Upcoming Events
Wreath Making: A Community Event
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Time: 4PM - 6:00PM
Location: St Mary's Nutrition Center
Cost: By Donation (Suggested Donation $30)
Reservations are required
Since ancient times, humans have brought decorative evergreen boughs and other greenery indoors and hung wreaths on our doors to celebrate the season. Join us for a evening of making wreaths, swags, or other decorations. Materials (Wreath rings, wire and evergreen tips) will be provided but feel free to bring along any ornaments, bows, bells or other items from home that you might like to use on your creation! All interested parties are encouraged to attend, this program is great for families and singles alike!
Registration is required. To register please email Emma at projectdirector@androscogginswcd.org or Alison at amcconnell@covh.org.
Time: 4PM - 6:00PM
Location: St Mary's Nutrition Center
Cost: By Donation (Suggested Donation $30)
Reservations are required
Since ancient times, humans have brought decorative evergreen boughs and other greenery indoors and hung wreaths on our doors to celebrate the season. Join us for a evening of making wreaths, swags, or other decorations. Materials (Wreath rings, wire and evergreen tips) will be provided but feel free to bring along any ornaments, bows, bells or other items from home that you might like to use on your creation! All interested parties are encouraged to attend, this program is great for families and singles alike!
Registration is required. To register please email Emma at projectdirector@androscogginswcd.org or Alison at amcconnell@covh.org.
Local Working Group Meeting
Wednesday, November 15, 2023
Time: 10AM - 1PM
Location: AVSWCD, 254 Goddard Rd, Lewiston
Cost: Free
Reservations are requested
Are you a landowner, woodlot owner, or farmer? Are you interested in applying for NRCS funding next year to accomplish larger projects that help you and are good for the environment? Would you like to participate in deciding how money is distributed throughout Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties? We want your input!
This meeting is open to the public. We will discuss 2024 USDA NRCS programs and make decisions on where to prioritize funding for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) in Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties. This is a great time to learn about new NRCS cost-share programs and meet other local residents who want to protect natural resources in Androscoggin & Sagadahoc Counties. Food and drink provided by the AVSWCD.
Registration is requested. To register please call or email the office.
Time: 10AM - 1PM
Location: AVSWCD, 254 Goddard Rd, Lewiston
Cost: Free
Reservations are requested
Are you a landowner, woodlot owner, or farmer? Are you interested in applying for NRCS funding next year to accomplish larger projects that help you and are good for the environment? Would you like to participate in deciding how money is distributed throughout Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties? We want your input!
This meeting is open to the public. We will discuss 2024 USDA NRCS programs and make decisions on where to prioritize funding for the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) in Androscoggin and Sagadahoc Counties. This is a great time to learn about new NRCS cost-share programs and meet other local residents who want to protect natural resources in Androscoggin & Sagadahoc Counties. Food and drink provided by the AVSWCD.
Registration is requested. To register please call or email the office.
For more information on any event please contact:
Emma Lorusso
(207) 241-5374
projectdirector@androscogginswcd.org.
To join our email newsletter click the link below.
Emma Lorusso
(207) 241-5374
projectdirector@androscogginswcd.org.
To join our email newsletter click the link below.
Past Events
Identifying Maine's Mushrooms:
A Workshop for Foragers
Schott Family Preserve, Greene
Grass Fed and Pasture Raised Farm Tour
Old Crow Ranch, Durham
No Till Farming
Stonecipher Farm, Bowdoinham
Organic Market Gardening
Whatley Farm, Topsham
Spring Migration Guided Walk
Schott Preserve, Greene
Seeds of Spring: L/A First Day of Spring Celebration
Lewiston Public Library
Medicinal Mushrooms of Maine
AVSWCD, Lewiston
Identifying Trees of Maine
AVSWCD, Lewiston
Pruning Forgotten Old Apple Trees
Valley View Farm, Auburn
Browntail Moth Removal Workshop
Blackies Farm, Minot
Mushroom Walk
Valley View Farm, Auburn
Valley View Farm, Auburn
No Till Farming Workshop
Stonecipher Farm, Bowdoinham Photos by Raija Suomela
Stonecipher Farm, Bowdoinham Photos by Raija Suomela
Soil and Water Lecture Series with LAWPC (4 workshops)
Lewiston, Auburn, Lisbon, Zoom
Lewiston, Auburn, Lisbon, Zoom
Plant a Seed Day
Marcia Buker School, Richmond
Marcia Buker School, Richmond
Arbor Day School Presentation
Lisbon Community School, Lisbon
Lisbon Community School, Lisbon
Earth Day Celebration
Maine Outdoor Wellness Center, Turner
Maine Outdoor Wellness Center, Turner
Mushroom Log Inoculation
Dandelion Spring Farm, Bowdoinham
Dandelion Spring Farm, Bowdoinham
Walk with a Forester
Curtis Homestead Conservation Area, Leeds
Curtis Homestead Conservation Area, Leeds
Bat Conservation & Bat House Construction
AVSWCD, Lewiston
AVSWCD, Lewiston
Leaf Art
Beaver Park, Lisbon
Beaver Park, Lisbon
Leaf Peeping Paddle
Androscoggin Riverlands Park, Turner
Androscoggin Riverlands Park, Turner
Soil Health Workshop
Learn to Fish Day!
Storm Water Stenciling
Pond Design and Biology Workshop
