Explore. Act. Conserve.

Home to Acadia National Park, forests, wetlands, blueberry barrens, and miles of rocky ocean and island habitat, Hancock County supports diverse species of birds and wildlife.

The Downeast Chapter is dedicated to the promotion of the conservation and protection of wildlife and wildlife habitat in Maine by offering educational, recreational, and scientific activities to our members and the public which enhance our understanding of Maine's ecosystems and encourage active stewardship of our natural environment.

We depend on a dedicated local volunteer board and committee members to plan and implement our activities. Contact Us to become involved!

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Birders Needed to Conduct breeding bird surveys at Acadia National Park

As part of a regional bird monitoring program, the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS), in collaboration with the National Park Service’s Inventory and Monitoring Program, is seeking volunteers to help conduct long-term bird monitoring at 8 National Parks and Historic Sites across the Northeast region. For more information visit http://www.vinsweb.org/cbd/FBMP.html or download this info page (PDF).