There are lots of fun ways to get outdoors, do good work, and get involved with the Land Trust. To sign up for any of the volunteer opportunities listed below go to at www.prlt.org/get-involved or email toby@prlt.org for more information.

Water Quality Monitoring Stewards

Spring marks the start of the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust’s data collection season for water quality throughout the region. Volunteer water stewards attend a training via Zoom, led by the Maine DEP and then collect water samples and data every other Saturday morning from mid-May through mid-September. You do not need to be available for all 10 volunteer dates.

Fish Count Volunteers

Mill Brook supports the largest migratory fish run in Casco Bay, as alewife travel from the ocean to Highland Lake. Research on this run is ongoing, and it is important to have accurate data to learn more. You can support these efforts by becoming a Fish Count volunteer. Volunteers count fish at the Highland Lake Dam in Westbrook for 30 minutes at a time, mid-May to mid-June.

Fish Migration Ambassadors

Thousands of visitors come to see the largest migratory fish run at our Mill Brook Preserve. Ambassadors will engage with visitors at the two fish viewing pools, welcoming visitors, answering questions and supporting a successful fish migration. No prior skills are needed. Training will be provided. Volunteer shifts will be mid-May to mid-June and hours are flexible.

Trail Work Volunteers

We always have projects happening on our preserves during the spring, summer and fall. Volunteers help create trails, build kiosks, post new signage, and perform trail maintenance throughout the region. You can volunteer on your own or with a small group, whatever fits your interest and schedule.