CELT New England Cottontails program: In the Thick of It

Join Sarah Dudek, from the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve, for a New England cottontail presentation at the Thomas Memorial Library and a habitat walk-and-talk at Runaway Farm.

On Sept. 20th, participants will enjoy learning about the ecology of the state-endangered New England Cottontail, the conservation effort taking place to recover the species here in southern Maine, and what you can do to help! 

On Oct. 4th, join Sarah at Runaway Farm to learn how CELT has joined the effort to help recover NEC, view suitable NEC habitat, and learn how you can provide habitat at home.
 
Cape Elizabeth is home to the largest known population of New England cottontails in Maine. The cottontails' range has declined by 86% over the past 50 years due to loss of large thicket and young forest habitats. Come learn about where they live, why other animals also need these thickets, and what we are doing to help the cottontails rebound in Maine. All proceeds go to CELT. Participants registering at least 48 hours in advance of the program will ensure they will receive notification of changes or cancellation. 

Talk:

Date: Saturday, September 20th 2025

Time: 2:00 pm -3:30 pm. 

Location:  Thomas Memorial Library. 6 Scott Dyer Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107

No Fee and No Registration Required

Walk:

Date: Saturday, October 4th 2025

Time: 2:00 pm -3:30 pm. 
Location: Runaway Farm. Meet at the parking lot by the fields at Gull Crest (1 Gull Crest Drive, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107).  

Cost: $6 per person 
Min/Max: 3/15