A Place
To Discover
- Air Temp
- 54°
- Water Temp
- 45°
- Wind (mph)
- 12
- Next High Tide
- 12:29am
- Open 7am to Sunset:
- 7:37pm
Come On Over. It's Your Reserve!
Upcoming Events
Early Spring Migration Bird Walk
May 4, 2024 8:00amJoin Bowdoin College Professor Emeritus Nat Wheelwright to explore the springtime birds of the Reserve!
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April 27, 2024 9:30amMore Info
Exploring Loss, Grief, and Compassion
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April 30, 2024 5:00pmMore Info
Cribbage Night
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May 4, 2024 8:00amMore Info
Early Spring Migration Bird Walk
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May 4, 2024 9:30amMore Info
Exploring Loss, Grief, and Compassion
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Education
Understanding Nature
Each year, thousands of children and adults participate in educational programs at our “living laboratory,” in our barn classroom, and in a modern teaching laboratory.
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Defining Best Practices
The Wells Reserve protects 2,250 acres of coastal habitats on Maine's southwest coast. The site serves as a model for best management practices in conservation.
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Investigating Estuaries
Science is at the center of our mission. Focus areas include fisheries, marine ecology, invasive species, and range expansions.
Weddings
A historic site with abundant open space for hosting your Maine coast wedding
The Ideal Wedding Venue