Forest Stewards Guild

Maine Guild Gathering

Your guide to the day[s], schedule, directions, and everything you need on the ground. Bookmark this page.

Live schedule

Schedule

September 15–17, 2026 · Wolfe's Neck Center · Freeport, Maine

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Membership Hub

The Bay Room is your dedicated Membership Hub. Stop by to find anything below. Tap a card for details.

Our Living Journey – the first 30 years and a future unfolding

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Group chat

Join the WhatsApp group to connect with other attendees, swap plans, and get quick updates from the group.

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Text or call the on-site team

Have a question, need help, or something needs attention? Calling? Ask for or dial extension 706.

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Scan to open this guide

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Thanks to our sponsors

This gathering wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, members, and partners.

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Getting there

Address

Wolfe's Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment
184 Burnett Rd
Freeport, ME 04032

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Parking

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On arrival

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Trail map

Wolfe's Neck Center's trails, for walks between sessions or during breaks.

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Map of venue area, replace with exact venue location

Site visit handouts

For Thursday's North loop: Maine TREE's Holt Research Forest & The Nature Conservancy's Bald Head Preserve. Scan or tap to save these to your phone.

Holt Research Forest

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QR code linking to the Holt Research Forest one-pager PDF

Bald Head Preserve

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QR code linking to the Bald Head Preserve community stewardship PDF

Massabesic

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QR code linking to the Massabesic Environmental Foundation one-pager PDF

Baxter Woods

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QR code linking to the Baxter Woods site visit PDF

Austin Cary Forest

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QR code linking to the Austin Cary Forest site visit PDF

Bliss Woods Preserve

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QR code linking to the Bliss Woods Preserve community stewardship PDF
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Where to stay

A room block is held for us at the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport. Camping cabins near the venue are also available.

Harraseeket Inn

Freeport, ME · Room block available · Breakfast included

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To ensure you can book successfully, please use one of these options:

Option 1 (Recommended): Book online using the special room block link above.

Option 2: If you'd rather call the hotel, you'll first reach an AI reservation assistant that sounds very much like a person. Ask to be connected to a human, the front desk, or the reservations team, and a staff member will be able to access our room block and make your reservation.

If you don't take one of these steps, the system will incorrectly tell you the hotel is sold out.

If you experience any difficulty booking your room, let us know right away so we can work directly with the hotel to get your reservation taken care of.

Camping cabins nearby

An option close to the venue for anyone who'd rather camp than stay at the inn. More details coming soon.

Things to do nearby

Have free time before, after, or between sessions? Here's a guide to things to do in Freeport & Portland.

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Quick breakfast spots

Need coffee or a quick bite before registration or an early start? Here's a guide to quick breakfast spots in Freeport.

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Thank you to our sponsors & partners!

This gathering wouldn't be possible without their generous support.

Good to know

What should I bring?
Weather-appropriate layers, sturdy footwear for the field tour, a water bottle.
What happens if it rains?
We will proceed with indoor alternatives or reschedule sessions as needed.
Is there a dietary accommodation for meals?
Yes, it was noted in the registration form.
Who do I contact in an emergency on-site?
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911. For non-life-threatening incidents, please contact Eytan Krasilovsky at 505-470-0185.
Will sessions be recorded?
No, sessions will not be recorded.
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