Guided hike at Keyes Woods Preserve with Coastal Rivers
Hikers trek through a hemlock forest alongside the Pemaquid River at Keyes Woods Preserve in Bristol. Courtesy of Coastal Rivers
Hikers trek through a hemlock forest alongside the Pemaquid River at Keyes Woods Preserve in Bristol. Courtesy of Coastal RiversCoastal Rivers Conservation Trust naturalist Sarah Gladu will lead a hike atKeyes Woods Preserve in Bristolfrom 2 to 4p.m. on Friday, Feb. 13.
The trail at Keyes Woods Preserve follows a meandering route through the forest, along a hemlock-shaded stream and down to the shores of the Pemaquid River. Along the way, the group will search for animal tracks and signs, with a focus on owl pellets.Gladu will talk about different strategies animals use to survive the winter.
Keyes Woods is a wooded property in Bristol extending east to the Pemaquid River from Poor Farm Road, with over 1900 feet of shoreline and a free-flowing tributary stream. The outflow of this stream, at a quiet bend in the river, is a hotspot for waterfowl viewing. Wildlife such as deer, porcupine, and ruffed grouse are abundant.
The preserve also hasa number of interesting historical and geological features, including old stone foundations, stone walls, and glacial erratics.
Thisprogram is free of charge, thanks to member support. Registration is required at coastalrivers.org/events.
The nextguided hikewill take place atDodge Point in Newcastleon March 21.
