NEWS AND EVENTS

Monthly guided walks, led by Maine Master Naturalist Gordon Collins (President of Friends of Hope Cemetery & Woods), are offered May through November. See the schedule below. Registration is required for this free program. Email friendsofhcw@gmail.com or call 207-387-9100.

Our Nordic Walking Group, hosted in collaboration with Kennebunkport Parks and Recreation, is a way to enjoy the Accessible Trail in Hope Woods using specialized poles. Nordic Walking provides an overall body workout, and for those who need a little extra stability and support the poles provide the ability to walk the trail with confidence. Theis free program will meet in the parking lot at the trailhead on Hope Woods Lane on Thursday mornings at 9:00 AM.

Additional activities and events planned by other organizations are hosted at Hope Cemetery and in Hope Woods. Organizations wishing to plan a walk or activity in Hope Woods, should contact us at 207-387-9100 or friendsofhcw@gmail.com. Please let us know if you need any additional support to successfully and safely enjoy our activities and events.

Schedule of events

October 2025

October 2nd 9:00-10:00 AM - Nordic Walking Group

October 9th 9:00-10:00 AM - Nordic Walking Group

October 12th 1:00 PM - Guided Walk with a Naturalist (registration required)

October 16th 9:00-10:00 AM - Nordic Walking Group

October 23rd 9:00-10:00 AM - Nordic Walking Group

October 25th 12:00-3:00 PM - Brick Store Museum’s All Souls’ Walk in Hope Cemetery

October 30th 9:00-10:00 AM - Nordic Walking Group

November 2025

November 6th 9:00-10:00 AM - Nordic Walking Group

November 13th 9:00-10:00 AM - Nordic Walking Group - Final Walk for the Season!

November 15th 10:00 AM - Guided Walk with a Naturalist (registration required) - Final Walk for the Season!

**Hope Woods is open year-round for all to enjoy. However, when Hope Cemetery is closed for the winter, the parking lot at the trailhead won’t be available.

Private guided walks are available on a limited basis. Please call 207-387-9100 or email friendsofhcw@gmail.com for more information.

People with stroller in Hope Woods

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