Activities

Finding ways to be in nature more often is important to us, and to our community. FBC strives to make nature accessible to everyone.

We welcome individuals of all abilities, backgrounds, and ages, and are committed to creating more opportunities for people with mobility challenges to access the benefits of spending time outdoors. Explore this page for self-guided activities, online learning, and more.

 

Hike

With over 30 miles of hiking trails, you're sure to find the right hike for you!

Volunteer

Learn how to get involved with FBC, whether on the trail or at an event.

Events

Join FBC for a naturalist-led hike or event, and meet new nature friends.

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Hiking 101 for Beginners

If you’re new to hiking, an FBC trail is a great place to start! We have a few relatively flat trails that provide beautiful water views. We recommend checking out: Jordan Homestead Trail in Ellsworth, Little Tunk Pond in Sullivan, or Taft Point in Gouldsboro. 

Remember to:

  • Wear sturdy shoes
  • Bring a water bottle
  • Remember your sunscreen and bug spray
  • Always tell a friend your hiking plans, just in case!
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Dogs are welcome to explore our preserves, too!

For dog-parents, we know that exploring with our four-legged best friends can make the experience even more rewarding. Please respect our guidelines:

  1. Respect leash rules, where mandated. Although many FBC preserves allow off-leash dogs under voice control, a few properties have important habitats that require protection from our frolicking friends.
  2. Scoop the poop! Natural ecosystems are designed to process and degrade the scat produced by local wildlife, but not necessarily every neighborhood dog. Consider your dog’s waste as a part of your ‘Leave No Trace’ principles.

Self-Guided Activities

2024 Trail Explorer Passport 2024 Trail Explorer Passport The FBC Trail Explorer Passport Challenge is back for 2024! We’re challenging you to explore four trails this summer in Gouldsboro, Ellsworth, and Sullivan —... Read More
Fairy House Trail Fairy House Trail Fairies have moved into two of FBC’s Preserves, Frances B. Wood and Branch Lake Public Forest!   When visiting Branch Lake Public Forest or Frances... Read More
Ecosystem Scavenger Hunts Ecosystem Scavenger Hunts Explore any FBC preserve or trail with Scavenger Hunt activity sheets! Forest Ecosystem Scavenger Hunt Intertidal Ecosystem Scavenger Hunt Use your observation skills to spot... Read More
Self-Guided Fern Hike at Simon Trail Self-Guided Fern Hike at Simon Trail Learn About Ferns is a guide to 14 ferns you can find at Simon Trail in Lamoine.   Pick up a laminated Fern booklet from... Read More
FBC Coloring & Activity Pages FBC Coloring & Activity Pages There’s so much for kids to discover and explore outdoors! These coloring & activity pages were created for FBC by Maine Master Naturalist Kenyon Grant. Coloring... Read More
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Online Learning: FBC Explorer Videos with Maine Outdoor School

Ecosystem Exploration with Maine Outdoor School Ecosystem Exploration with Maine Outdoor School   Join Hazel Stark from Maine Outdoor School as she explores and compares a wet and dry ecosystem at Jordan Homestead Preserve in Ellsworth! Follow... Read More
Field Observations with Maine Outdoor School Field Observations with Maine Outdoor School   Join Hazel Stark from Maine Outdoor School as she teaches you how to test your observation skills and memory at Frances B. Wood Preserve... Read More
Intertidal Exploration with Maine Outdoor School Intertidal Exploration with Maine Outdoor School       Join Hazel Stark from Maine Outdoor School as she explores the intertidal zone at Taft Point Preserve in Gouldsboro, ME! Learn how... Read More
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