Trail of Treats & Discovery
A Fall Adventure Like No Other!
Wander a scenic loop trail at Viles Arboretum stopping at stations along the way that offer hands-on activities, nature-inspired fun, and a few tasty treats!
Our Trail of Treats & Discovery is a unique, seasonal activity that offers children the opportunity to explore, learn, and have fun outdoors. We hope to inspire a lifelong love for nature.
October 24, 2026
11am-1pm
Registration is Required
This event has timed entry. You will be able to enter on or after the time listed on your ticket.
Event entry closes at 12:45pm
Ticket Information
$5 per child aged 4-17 (Adults and Under 3 are free)
FREE for members of Viles Arboretum
Registration is Required
Please register every person in your group
This event has timed entry. You will be able to enter on or after the time listed on your ticket.
Event entry closes at 12:45pm
Member Pre-Sale: October 1, 2026 at 10:00am
Public Sale: October 1, 2026 at 11:00am
Things to do
1. Decorate a paper bag
Decorate a recycled paper bag to collect all your Trail of Treats & Discovery goodies!
2. Leaf Rubbing
Sponsored by Elliot Office Products. Make colorful leaf rubbings!
3. Halloween sensory table
Hosted by The Village
4. Mobile Museum: Hands-on open ended play
Hosted by Children's Discovery Museum
5. Touch-a-Truck
The Augusta Fire and Rescue will have one of their trucks for kids to explore!
6. Coloring with an animal
Hosted by Anchor ME Harbor. Enjoy the therapeutic experience that creates an animal connection and encourages creativity.
7. Pumpkin bowling and fall sensory play
Hosted by SKCDC Head Start
8. Goblin Fort Making
Create forts for the Goblins of our Children's Forest
9. Bracelet making
Hosted by Cony Key Club
10. Learn about honey bees
Hosted by Kennebec Beekeepers Association
11. Candy Apple Bar
Enjoy a few slices of apples with your favorite toppings
12. Environmental Health - Crafts and Resources
Hosted by Maine CDC Environmental Health Program. Learn about Environmental health topics like pollen, ticks, mosquitos, lead, water testing, and more!
13. Sand Table
Explore the sand table
14. Bowlicious Food Truck ($$)
Grab a bite to eat!
15. Apple Cider & Hot Cocoa
Stop by our visitor center to enjoy apple cider and hot cocoa
16. Fire Pit & Marshmallow Roasting
Warm-up by our fire pit and roast a marshmallow
17. Fall into Art: Autumn Art & Artisan Show
Stop by the Education Barn for Motivational Services annual Art Show. A vibrant celebration of creativity and community. This event showcases the work of talented local artists and vendors, offering a diverse range of styles, mediums, and handmade goods. Derek Wilhelmsen Derek loves to paint landscapes with big beautiful pine trees, lush green fields, and mountains framing the background. Is it just a coincidence Maine has lots of those? He's been in retirement for a while but putting his hand back to it. Come on out and give him some encouragement! Chuck Reed Chucks paintings incorporate elements of mysticism borrowed from native culture and East Indians. The symbols of those cultures are wrapped in neatly done frequently intricate geometric patterns. Throw in some bright colors and you have a visually stylized exploration of mystic symbolism. If you are the kind of person who is partial to this type of philosophy, then one of these paintings or prints might be for you. Jessica Lynn Jessica has a passion for the camera and a passion for creating jewelry. She dreams of finding that great shot. That shot that is art! It could be around the very next corner. It calls! She also has a passion for creating original jewelry. The creative side of her has to put her hand to it! David Malia - https://DavidMaliaPRINTS.com David likes to paint vibrant and serene Landscapes and seascapes of Maine including beaches, barns, the rocky coast, and the rugged wilderness. He also likes to paint Maine lighthouses, lobster boats, sunrises and silhouettes. Style can be described as impressionistic with a highly recognizable style. Must be seen!
Parking
Event parking is available off-site within a 5 minute walk of the event entrance:
Park-and-Ride on Piggery Road
BMV on Piggery Road (Employee/Delivery entrance)
State lot on Blossom Lane
Event Map
The Trail of Treats & Discovery follows a 1-mile loop trail through the Arboretum that starts and ends at the Piggery Road Park and Ride.
Trail surfaces include mowed grass and gravel.
Attendees will encounter a wooden boardwalk with a tall step, sloped sections of trail, rocks, and roots.
Sections of the trail may be wet or muddy.
The trail is mostly wagon and stroller friendly.
FAQs
- How much candy will my child get?
Our stations are hosted by volunteers from our community who provide all the materials and supplies for their activity. We encourage each host to have some sort of treat to give out, but do not require them to hand out candy.
- What age is the event for?
This event is geared toward children aged 4 through 9 years old but all ages are welcome to attend. Children 3 years of age and younger are free!
- How long is the trail?
The trail is a one-mile loop.
The amount of time it takes will depend on your engagement with the activities. We estimate that it will take about an hour to complete.
- Is the trail accessible?
Making our event accessible to everyone is important to us! Once we determine the exact route we will be able to provide more specific accessibility details.
- I'm a member - how do I purchase my free tickets?
Members can can use their promo code to purchase free tickets. We'll send an email out prior to the tickets going on sale. You can also email info@vilesarboretum.org or call 207-626-7989 to get your promo code.
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