Book Your Next Event at River Bend Farm!
Oct
29
to Dec 30

Book Your Next Event at River Bend Farm!

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A group's experience at River Bend Farm is completely customizable, created according to your needs. Our expert educational and programming guides are available to partner with your group to create a one-of-a-kind experience or we are happy to provide the idyllic setting for your prearranged program.  

Please note River Bend Farm is available for multi-day rental only and we kindly require that all groups utilize our on-site lodging and food service to respect the valued mission of our organization.

For information or details regarding scheduling, lodging, food, the site, and more, please connect with Alex Grindle, our Director of Programs, using the form below.

Learn more & curate a custom experience for your organization.

For information or details regarding scheduling, lodging, food, the site, and more, please connect with Tori Kleinbort, Business Development Manager.



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Foraged Wreath Workshop at River Bend Farm
Nov
12
5:00 PM17:00

Foraged Wreath Workshop at River Bend Farm

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Join us at River Bend Farm for an evening of wreathmaking. These foraged wreaths will take you all the way through the holidays, and they will preserve beautifully. Our team will take care of all the foraging & collecting, so all you need to do is show up! We will also provide all the necessary materials, including twine, scissors, wire, and clippers. If there is something specific you would like to use, please feel free to bring what you would like.

Let’s celebrate all River Bend Farm has to offer by using both wild & cultivated plants. Some of these plants could include sensitive ferns, dried flowers, winterberry, seed pods, conifers, dried grasses, pinecones, & more.

Click here to register. Tickets are limited and they will sell fast!

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The Art of Blending Tea
Nov
13
5:00 PM17:00

The Art of Blending Tea

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Join Emily Springer of Meeting House Farm – a MOFGA-certified organic herb farm in Scarborough, Maine – to learn about the history and art of blending tea/tisane. Using locally-sourced herbs, create your own blend to take home. Learn to taste each herb separately and then blend a perfect cup! Participants will receive a bamboo tea press, and your own blended tisane in a glass jar — included in the price of the ticket.

This workshop is co-hosted by The Ecology School & MOFGA. Part two of this workshop, Blending Medicinal Herb Tisanes, takes place on December 11.

Registration info: This event’s sliding scale registration is designed to keep the class as accessible as possible while also covering MOFGA’s and The Ecology School's costs. Recommended price for non-members is $70; recommended price for members is $60. One scholarship fund is available to community members in order to increase program accessibility, and participants in MOFGA’s Journeyperson program are welcome to register at no-cost. You’re welcome to use the fund by checking “Scholarship/JP” at checkout. For any questions about scholarship funds, please email events@mofga.org.

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Blending Medicinal Herb Tisanes
Dec
11
5:00 PM17:00

Blending Medicinal Herb Tisanes

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In this evening workshop, participants will learn about blending teas/tisanes for medicinal purposes. Learn from Emily Springer of Meeting House Farm – a MOFGA certified organic farm in Scarborough, Maine. This class will focus on the medicinal properties of a selection of herbs and how to combine them for maximum effect. Learn about herbs that support the respiratory system, digestive system, nervous system and immune system. Participants will taste a variety of herbal tisanes, and blend their own medicinal tisane to take home. 

This class builds on the basics of tea blending, as discussed in The Art of Blending Tea on November 11. However, no pre-requisites are required in order to enroll. This workshop will start with a brief overview of the basics of the art of blending tea. 

Blending Medicinal Herb Tisanes is co-hosted by The Ecology School & MOFGA.

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Registration info: This event’s sliding scale registration is designed to keep the class as accessible as possible while also covering MOFGA’s and The Ecology School’s costs. Recommended price for non-members is $60; recommended price for members is $50. One scholarship fund is available to community members in order to increase program accessibility, and participants in MOFGA’s Journeyperson program are welcome to register at no-cost. You’re welcome to use the fund by checking “Scholarship/JP” at checkout. For any questions about scholarship funds, please email events@mofga.org.

Questions? Contact events@mofga.org

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Mycology Outside
Sep
5
to Sep 7

Mycology Outside

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Join North Spore on our campus for the fifth annual weekend full of all things mushrooms – foraging, cultivation, cooking, art, and learning. Intended for mushroom enthusiasts from beginner to intermediate. A collaboration between North Spore and The Ecology School.

Unsure what to expect? Check out this teaser video to see what to expect! Watch the video here

Learn more about this exciting weekend here.

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Blending Medicinal Herb Tisanes
Sep
5
9:30 AM09:30

Blending Medicinal Herb Tisanes

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In this evening workshop, participants will learn about blending teas/tisanes for medicinal purposes. Learn from Emily Springer of Meeting House Farm – a MOFGA certified organic farm in Scarborough, Maine. This class will focus on the medicinal properties of a selection of herbs and how to combine them for maximum effect. Learn about herbs that support the respiratory system, digestive system, nervous system and immune system. Participants will taste a variety of herbal tisanes, and blend their own medicinal tisane to take home. 

This class builds on the basics of tea blending, as discussed in The Art of Blending Tea on November 11. However, no pre-requisites are required in order to enroll. This workshop will start with a brief overview of the basics of the art of blending tea. 

Blending Medicinal Herb Tisanes is co-hosted by The Ecology School & MOFGA.

Registration info: This event’s sliding scale registration is designed to keep the class as accessible as possible while also covering MOFGA’s and The Ecology School's costs. Recommended price for non-members is $60; recommended price for members is $50. One scholarship fund is available to community members in order to increase program accessibility, and participants in MOFGA’s Journeyperson program are welcome to register at no-cost. You’re welcome to use the fund by checking “Scholarship/JP” at checkout. For any questions about scholarship funds, please email events@mofga.org.

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Movement Workshop With Labor Movement
Aug
12
2:30 PM14:30

Movement Workshop With Labor Movement

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Join The Labor Movement on Tuesday, August 12th at 2:30 pm for a two-hour Movement Workshop at River Bend Farm! This is an amazing opportunity to discuss movement health, wellness, and injury prevention strategies for those whose livelihoods rely on their body. Let's move and learn together! Tickets are limited - act fast!

Topics include:

• Athletic behavior as it relates to physical labor and the concept of movement self-advocacy

• Overall health related to athlete well-being

• Tips on managing food, fluid, sleep, and stress

• Practice high-use movement patterns: hinges, squats, and carries

• Understand causes of low back pain and ways to reduce occurrences and injury potential

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Summer Ecology Adventure Camp Week 3 - Cultivating Climate Leaders
Aug
10
to Aug 15

Summer Ecology Adventure Camp Week 3 - Cultivating Climate Leaders

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This program is perfect for campers passionate about the environment. At our sustainable River Bend Farm campus, young aspiring leaders will learn more about their surrounding natural ecosystems while forming meaningful friendships. In addition to classic camp activities like canoeing and arts and crafts, programming includes meeting Maine’s climate movement leaders and learning about environmental stewardship in our energy-efficient facilities.

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Summer Ecology Adventure Camp Week 2 - Farm to Table
Aug
3
to Aug 8
For Kids

Summer Ecology Adventure Camp Week 2 - Farm to Table

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Discover where food comes from at River Bend Farm! Campers connect with nature through planting, tending and harvesting from our produce and flower gardens. They'll cook over campfires, explore food journeys from the farm to table, and enjoy a make-your-own pizza night. At the end of the week, campers will take home seeds to continue to grow their skills. Campers will also enjoy classic camp activities like canoeing, arts and crafts, forest exploration, and evening campfire gatherings.

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The Climate Initiative's 5th Annual National Climate Educators Retreat in Maine!
Jul
28
to Aug 1

The Climate Initiative's 5th Annual National Climate Educators Retreat in Maine!

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The Climate Initiative's 5th Annual National Climate Educators Retreat, hosted at The Ecology School, is a unique professional development opportunity designed to  connect experienced climate educators with pre-service teachers, and provide resources for making schools and communities more resilient.

This 3-day event always sells out, click here to learn more today! 

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Summer Ecology Adventure Camp Week 1 - Outdoor Explore!
Jun
29
to Jul 4
For Kids

Summer Ecology Adventure Camp Week 1 - Outdoor Explore!

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Adventure awaits at River Bend Farm! Our Outdoor Explore Week includes nature exploration like forest hiking and canoeing on the Saco River, plus classic camp experiences like group games, arts and crafts, and campfire s’mores. Our talented staff offers campers a choice of activities such as survival and navigation skills, team building, and campfire cooking.

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Community Pizza Night at Maine Beer Company to Benefit The Ecology School
May
7
4:00 PM16:00

Community Pizza Night at Maine Beer Company to Benefit The Ecology School

Join us for a night of delicious pizza & great company with our friends at Maine Beer Company! 20% of all food sales (dine-in & to-go) will benefit The Ecology School, helping us to expand our programs and impact farther and wider! No registration is necessary - just simply show up with your friends & family. See you then!

To learn more about Maine Beer Company and their mission, visit www.mainebeercompany.com/do-whats-right

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Family Camp Day 1: Lighthouses
Jul
1
10:00 AM10:00
For Families

Family Camp Day 1: Lighthouses

Become a nature detective and explore the forest, beach, tide pools, & more with the children in your life! Join us as we travel throughout coastal Maine for a week of journeys and expeditions throughout Saco Bay or the Portland area, discovering tide pools, climbing mountains, canoeing through marshes, or riding a ferry out to the islands!

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