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#ScarboroughME - #BikeAndBrew on the #EasternTrail with #AllagashBrewing

Saturday, May 23 • 10 AM - 2 PM

By #EasternTrailAlliance

"Overview

Join the Eastern Trail and the Allagash Bungalow for a Bike & Brew Event on the Eastern Trail!

The Eastern Trail Alliance is excited to host the first Bike & Brew ride of 2026

Join us on Saturday, May 23rd for a 15–20 mile socially-paced ride starting and ending at the Allagash Bungalow.

Afterward, gather for beers, cheers, and good conversation at the brewery. This event is free and advance registration is appreciated. Donations to the Eastern Trail are greatly appreciated and can be made during registration.

Ride Details
10:00 AM – Meet at the Allagash Bugalow
10:30 AM – Ride Start
12:30–1:30 PM – Post-ride gathering at the Allagash Bugalow

What to Expect

- Bring a spare inner tube (correct size/valve for your bicycle tire). We can assist with changing flats, if you have a tube.
- In the event of inclement weather, the ride may be canceled or rescheduled. A final decision will be shared with registered participants the morning of the event.
- The first ride this year from the Allagash Bungalow which is located at10 Market St. in Scarborough. It's very close to the Scarborough Downs development.
- We will ride for about two hours and return to Allagash Bungalow for refreshments. Bathrooms will be available at Allagash pre-ride.There is plenty of free parking at Allagash."

FMI and to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bike-brew-on-the-eastern-trail-with-allagash-brewing-registration-1989598960048?aff=erellivmlt

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So, a lot of #AshTrees in #PortlandME have been taken down because of #EmeraldAshBorer . I came across a young #GreenAsh tree that seems to be healthy. I'm hoping it stays that way...

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#Maine - This is #EmeraldAshBorer Awareness Week

"The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Maine Forest Service is asking residents, landowners, and municipalities to help slow the spread of the invasive emerald ash borer (#EAB), a destructive insect responsible for killing millions of ash trees across North America.

As the emerald ash borer continues to threaten Maine’s forests and communities, the Maine Forest Service encourages the public to learn how to identify #AshTrees and signs of infestation, participate in monitoring efforts, and help prevent the spread of invasive pests.

Here are five ways to help slow EAB:

White vs brown Ash

Learn how to identify ash trees
May is a great time to identify ash trees. While all the other hardwood trees are leafing out, Maine's ash trees still look like sticks in the sky. For white and green ash, look for opposite branching and small, ridged bark arranged in a diamond pattern. Brown ash bark (also known as black ash) is characteristically gray to dark gray, with a spongy, corky texture.

Ash Blonding

Learn how to identify signs of emerald ash borer

Now that you know what an ash tree looks like, look for signs of emerald ash borer in the trees. You may spot "blonding" on ash trees, the shallow flecking of the bark by woodpeckers going after EAB larvae and pupae. If you think you see "blonding," take some good quality photos, note your location, and report your findings on the EAB Report Form.

Learn how to identify emerald ash borer
Chances are, you won't see EAB adults in May, but come June, you may see some as they start to emerge from ash trees. If you think you see an EAB, try to capture it or take a photo and report your findings on the EAB Report Form.

Create a girdled ash tree to monitor for emerald ash borer

Your tree can be part of the EAB monitoring network. Knowing the whereabouts of EAB helps the DACF and others make good management decisions about ash.

Leave your firewood at home and prevent the spread of invasive pests
Planning a camping trip? Learn about Maine’s firewood laws, and get your firewood at the campground or go to FirewoodScout.org to find other local sources.

For more information about emerald ash borer, identification resources, and reporting tools, visit the Maine Forest Service Emerald Ash Borer page."

Maine DACF Emerald Ash Borer Page:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mfs/forest_health/invasive_threats/eab/index.shtml

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May 17–23 is #EmeraldAshBorer Awareness Week: Here’s What You Need to Know

By Ginger Nickerson, May 20, 2026

"The emerald ash borer (#EAB) has been in #Vermont since 2018, when it was first found in northern Orange County. Since then, it has spread to every county except Essex County and is in 145 of Vermont’s 247 municipalities.

"The EAB is a beetle introduced from Asia that attacks all native ash trees (trees in the Fraxinus genus). If trees are not treated, this insect is expected to kill nearly 99% of Vermont’s ash trees.

"To raise awareness about this pest and the damage it causes, May 17–23 has been named National Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week. The Vermont Urban and Community Forestry program is helping by sharing and encouraging people to get involved. Vermonters can learn about the pest, host a neighborhood tree-tagging event, or share information on social media.

"An online Emerald Ash Borer Awareness Week toolkit is available on the Vermont Invasives website: go.uvm.edu/invasivesorg-toolkit. It includes posters, videos, sample social media posts, and resources for educators. It also has guides for identifying ash trees and tips for leading tree walks or ash tagging events."

FMI:
https://thebridgevt.org/2026/05/may-17-23-is-emerald-ash-borer-awareness-week-heres-what-you-need-to-know/

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