A dog looks at a large tree struck by lightning

OLT’s “Big Old Tree” and other landmarks featured in BDN article

In her latest column, Bangor Daily News outdoor writer Aislinn Sarnacki revisits the OLT’s Jeremiah Colburn Natural Area. The article tells the story of the Land Trust founding and highlights some of our notable landmarks. The Big Old Tree (see in the OLT logo), the Lightning Tree, and the Porcupine Tree all make an appearance.

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COVID-19 Trail Use Notice

Welcome to Orono Land Trust Lands.  Trails are open to the public unless designated otherwise.  During the COVID-19 outbreak, we request that you still adhere to the following protocols put forth by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry: If you’re sick, stay home: It puts others at risk when you leave home while

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Spring 2020 Newsletter

Spring 2020 Newsletter has been published and sent to members.  Please note that, in an abundance of caution, we have canceled the 2020 Annual Meeting, which had been scheduled for Friday, March 27.  We’ll look for an opportunity to reschedule our esteemed speaker, Master Naturalist and Maine Guide Christy Stout, whose topic “Beaver: Ecosystem Engineers,” is sure

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Annual Meeting – Cancelled

It is with an abundance of caution and consideration for the health and well being of all members, we have decided to cancel our annual meeting.  We’ll look to reschedule Master Naturalist and Maine Guide Christy Stout and her presentation on “Beaver: Ecosystem Engineers.” Please take the precautions health professionals are recommending, including social distancing and frequent hand

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