Join FBC for a spring Naturalist hike on May 21st at Jordan Homestead Preserve in Ellsworth, ME.

You’re invited to join FBC and Maine Master Naturalist, Carolyn Ackerman, on a guided hike at  Jordan Homestead Preserve. We’ll wander the trails in search of birdsong, spring foliage, and if we’re lucky, blossoming lady slippers.

Join us and connect with your community members, learn something new about the land we love, and celebrate the small wonders of spring. This event is free and open to the public, all are welcome.

The hike will be led by Lamoine resident Carolyn Ackerman, who is a Maine Master Naturalist with a lifelong interest in the natural world of Hancock County and beyond. She also served over 20 years on the Ellsworth Historic Preservation Commission, giving her additional insight into the wonderful cultural resource of the Jordan Homestead, which she will be sharing on the walk. Carolyn has led multiple naturalist hikes with FBC on this preserve, we are so happy to be hosting her here again for another year!

Trail Description:

The Jordan Homestead Trail is a good length (1 mile) for a leisurely walk across varied terrain that includes bog bridging and a stream.  An added feature is frontage on the Union River, allowing for reflection on early Ellsworth development, including Ebeneezer Jordan who homesteaded here in the 1770’s.

Participants should bring: Sturdy shoes for hiking, adjustable layers for May weather, bug spray / tic repellent, sunscreen, and plenty of water.

*Registration for this event is required and limited. One Registration per vehicle, you may bring extra participants in your vehicle.*

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact our Outreach Coordinator, Jane Parlee at jane@frenchmanbay.org.

To keep our staff, volunteers, and other program participants safe, please stay home if you have any symptoms consistent with cold. Thank you!