Dogs are very important to us here at the land trust. And there is nothing better than hitting a land trust trail and letting your best furry friend run through the forest and swim in the river as if there are no cares in the world!

But we must remember that the land trust trails are for everyone; young children, senior citizens, birders, dog owners, non-dog owners, as well as wildlife and sensitive vegetation.

We do not have a leash policy for BRLT properties, but we do ask that dog owners have their pets under their control at all times. This means dogs should not be running unsupervised or approaching other dogs and people. Even the best of dogs can become aggressive toward a dog or person it does not know. And some hikers become very frightened when approached by a strange dog.

We receive complaints of unruly pups every year, and it is very important to Boothbay Region Land Trust that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the land trust trails.

Please help us keep the trails a safe and pleasant experience for everyone by leasing your dog when another hiker approaches. And please remember to clean up after your pet. We greatly appreciate everyone’s understanding and continued support in these matters. If you have any question about BRLT preserves, please contact the office at 207-633-4818 or brlt@bbrlt.org.