This week, we will visit a vernal pool (a small seasonal wetland) at John A Segur Wildlife Refuge East.

Vernal pools are crucial breeding grounds for many of our amphibians and invertebrates, including salamanders, wood frogs, and fairy shrimp. We'll do some dipping in the pond to see what we can find and identify the various species with the help of a visiting Maine Master Naturalist. Warm layers and boots are recommended.

Directions:

From Lovell, drive north on Route 5. Turn left on West Lovell Road over the Narrows Bridge. 2 miles turn left at Timber Bay Shores Road. 1 mile turn right (after passing pond on the right) onto Farrington Pond Road. Cross the stream and stay right on Farrington Pond Road Extension (at the intersection with Northwest Cove Road). Go approximately 1/2 mile. GLLT parking sign on the left.