Lombard Log Hauler! Wagon Rides! Fish! Fun! Historic hands-on activities and demonstrations, wagon rides, and fish swimming upstream! School groups and homeschoolers welcome! For four days each year in the spring, the Museum welcomes hundreds of children for a day-long trip to the past. Don’t let your school or homeschool group miss this fun and […]
The Maine Fiber Frolic is produced by a committee of volunteers and fiber enthusiasts to promote education, understanding, and appreciation of fiber farms, fiber artists, and other small farming ventures. Maine Fiber Frolic encourages interaction within communities to foster a relationship between community and small family farms.
This Saturday, get out of bed and see some birds! Group will walk along the Bangor Forest East-West trail to the Bog Boardwalk and around the boardwalk. Bring binoculars, if you have them. Groups are limited to 10-12 participants and the walk will take 1-2 hours. We limit the number of participants to best allow […]
Come out to the farm to meet our newest arrivals at ME Water Buffalo Co. Cuddle the water buffalo calves, tour the farm, shop in the farmstore for water buffalo cheeses, yogurt, gelato & meats. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the farm lawn. No reservations required. Groups welcome. Portable toilet available. - While not an […]
The Springfield Fair is an agricultural Maine fair in the heart of the Highlands Region! Since 1850, we have celebrated our colorful traditions in June, and we are more than excited to invite you to the 174th Springfield Fair on June 13, 14, 15, and 16th! Events include eel racing, mutton busting, baking contests, tractor […]
Each year, MVSFGA has two twilight meetings. A twilight meeting is hosted at a member's farm. The host provides a tour, and provides more insight into how their business works. These meetings also serve as a time for Extension to fill us in on the latest updates on their end. The first meeting happens in the […]
Program description: Join us at Quinn’s Tree Farm in Cornville for an introduction to integrated pest management in Christmas tree production. Participants will learn how to apply crop protectants using backpack sprayers safely and efficiently. Participants will also learn about the life cycles of common needle cast pathogens in Maine and how to manage these […]
Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District will host a workshop exploring climate change effects on Maine's forest flora. Maine’s native tree and shrub species will be dealing with climate change in different ways. Some will adapt faster than others, others will struggle and could potentially be lost. OCSWCD Project Manager, Michele Windsor, will lead […]
Learn about the history of forestry and logging in Maine. Take a step back to the 1790's by visiting the Leonard's Mills living history site and witnessing logging demonstrations, and enjoying some time in the Maine wilderness. Fun for the whole family.
All Maine residents receive free day-use admission to Maine State Parks and Historic Sites* from 9:00 a.m. to closing on Maine Residents Day, June 16, 2024.*Please Note: No rain date available; day-use only. Free admission does not apply to: Acadia National Park, the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, Baxter State Park, Peacock Beach, the Maine Wildlife Park, […]
The Pittston Fair, widely known as "Maine's Friendliest Fair", is located on Route 194 in Pittston, Maine. In 2024, we celebrate our 72nd year serving up fun, food, entertainment, agricultural competition and education for all ages. Come join the fun at one of the many wonderful agricultural fairs of our great state! Check out the […]
In collaboration with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension in Oxford County, The McLaughlin Garden and Homestead is proud to be hosting a panel discussion on the topic of Climate Change and Plants. Join us at the Garden for a moderated, public discussion among experts in the fields of horticulture, agriculture, ecology, forestry, and climatology. […]
Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District is hosting a beginners soil health workshop. Soil is not just “dirt”. It’s alive! Join Robin Dunn, soil and compost expert, and Michele Windsor, OCSWCD Program Manager for a fun, hands on workshop about soil health! Topics covered will include: Why soil health matters The components of healthy […]
Learn about foraging edible and medicinal wild plants and fungi with David Spahr. We will be examining commonly found “spring things” including nutritious greens, their uses, and their niche in […]
The Monmouth Fair is brought to you by the Cochnewagan Agricultural Association, established in 1907. Our goal is to provide entertainment and education on agricultural matters through shows, displays, and demonstrations. We hope to provide a space where the public can celebrate agriculture while having a great time. You don’t have to spend a lot […]
Meet University of Maine researchers and students studying Maine's blueberry industry. Learn about innovations is blueberry crop management, harvesting practices, pest control and more. Researchers working at the Blueberry Hill Farm, a University of Maine Agricultural and Forest Experiment Station, will be hosting a field day at the end of June. Come enjoy information sessions, […]
Come enjoy crafts, artisans, music, and of course strawberries at the 49th Annual South Berwick Strawberry Festival! The South Berwick Strawberry Festival is all about volunteerism and giving back to the community. All proceeds from the festival go back to our participating Non-Profit organizations.
Old Crow Ranch will host a Family Style Potluck Pig Roast on Saturday, July 6th from 5-9 pm. This is a VERY family friendly gathering to eat good food and enjoy the summer together. Tickets are $15/per person + a potluck offering to share, kids under 12 are free. Please, one potluck offering of 4-6 […]
