Led by Professor Andy Reeve of University of Maine Department Earth Sciences.   Water is continuously percolating beneath the boardwalk.  This slow and steady movement of water influences the development of peatlands (bogs and fens) and affects the living ecosystem.  We will discuss how groundwater movement is evaluated, the reasons for peat accumulation, and  recent hydrology research at Orono Bog.

All walks meet at the beginning of the boardwalk in the Bangor City Forest  (Tripp Road off Stillwater Avenue, north of  the Bangor Mall) unless otherwise noted. Walks are free.  Reserve beforehand.

Group size is limited to 12 unless otherwise noted. Walks may be cancelled due to insufficient registration. You will be notified if cancelled.  Contact: Mary Bird at 207-866-2578 or email:  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it (please write "boardwalk" on the subject line).