Bold Coast Bogs, Moss, and Lichen at Boot Head Preserve
This trail is the perfect place to learn about non-vascular plants (mosses), symbiotic organisms (lichens), and meet a carnivorous plant or two (in a bog)! This is a moderate* network of trails through the woods and along the rocky coast. In OWL outings, frequent stops are already built into the program to discuss elements of the natural world that we learn about on the way. The pace is always determined by the needs and desires of the group, with a primary goal of going slow to enhance our connection with nature and each other. Participants will need close-toed shoes comfortable for hiking in, like hiking boots or sneakers, a backpack to fit warm and waterproof layers in, water, and snacks. More information about the preserve here https://www.mainetrailfinder.com/trails/trail/boot-head-preserve
OWL Outings are led by Registered Maine Guides at Maine Outdoor School who all hold a minimum of a Wilderness First Aid certification. To learn more about MOS’s guides, visit https://www.maineoutdoorschool.org/staff.
*To determine the difficulty level of outings, we use Maine TrailFinder’s difficulty rating system. For more detailed information about these difficulty levels, including visual examples, explore the rating system here.
Gear Library
WHRL and MOS have a gear collection for OWL outings. Please reach out directly to Lizzie at 413-717-7827 or by email at lizzie@whrl.org if you are interested in using any of the items below. Use is first-come, first-served.
Need something that you don’t see on the list below? Reach out!
Available Gear
- Trekking poles (6 sets)
- Microspikes (4 sets, two small, two medium)
- Snow Shoes
- Warm layers: hats, mittens, jackets, snowpants, a few pairs of snow boots, rain ponchos, scarves, warm socks
Space is limited, and registration is required. Registration opens on October 19.
