Land Trust Announces Alewife Walk and Talk by Local Naturalist

Warren, Maine - Join Don Reimer, local naturalist, in a walk from Payson Park in Warren along the Georges River to learn why alewives are important to the ecology of freshwater, estuarine, and marine environments. Alewives tie our ocean, rivers and lakes together, providing vital nutrients and forage needed to make healthy watersheds. They are a prey item for osprey, eagles, great blue heron, loons and other fish-eating birds. This walk follows a wooded trail that leads along the old canal channel and up to the head of tide. Mornings are usually quite active at this time of year, with some good variety of bird and animal life.

Meet on Saturday, May 16, at Payson Park on Route 90 at 8 am, just west of the Georges River. Please wear sturdy shoes, and bring binoculars and cameras.

This event is co-sponsored by The Georges River Land Trust and the Town of Warren. The Georges River Land Trust’s Walks and Talks are free events that provide interesting topics to explore, a variety of adventures and activities for people of all ages. Future events will include stargazing, a wildflower walk, a full moon hike, and a talk on the history of black marble. Mark your calendar for the always popular Gardens in the Watershed Tour, Sunday, July 12, 2015.

Organized in 1987, the Georges River Land Trust works to conserve the ecosystems and traditional heritage of the Georges River watershed region through permanent land protection, stewardship, education and outdoor experiences. For more information, please visit the Land Trust’s website (www.georgesriver.org) or call (207) 594-5166.