Midcoast Conservancy will host a full moon paddle at its Hidden Valley Nature Center (HVNC) in Jefferson on Friday, Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Participants can enjoy the silvery glow from canoes provided by the nature center as they glide along Little Dyer Pond after a beautiful mile-and-a half hike into the woods. Longtime member Chuck Dinsmore will lead the paddle.

Little Dyer Pond is a true Great Pond with no public boat launch and almost no shoreline development. HVNC will provide the canoes, paddles, and life jackets. All ages are welcome! Participants should be comfortable in a canoe on flat water, able to steer a canoe, and able to walk three miles on moderate trails.

Space is limited by the number of boats available, and pre-registration is required. More information and registration is available online at midcoastconservancy.org/events.  Meet at the gate at 6:30; bring flashlights or headlamps for the hike back to the parking lot.

It’s good to note that HVNC’s canoes are available to rent anytime. Just leave a $10 per boat donation at the Gatehouse and get out there and explore Little Dyer Pond.

For more information: midcoastconservancy.org or call (207) 389-5150.