Events

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

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Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

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Members $14, Nonmembers $16

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Experience the sights and sounds of marsh creatures under the full moon. Watch for black-crowned night heron along the bank or snowy egret flying back to a nearby island for the evening. We may even see a harbor seal or a muskrat playing in the water.

Arrive no later than 7:30 pm

Advanced Registration Necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

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Members $14, Nonmembers $16

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Experience the sights and sounds of marsh creatures under the full moon. Watch for black-crowned night heron along the bank or snowy egret flying back to a nearby island for the evening. We may even see a harbor seal or a muskrat playing in the water.

Arrive no later than 7:30 pm

Advanced Registration Necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Through various art projects children will discover the wonder of the salt marsh. The two sessions will be different, but both will inlcude some outside exploration. Call 207-883-5100 or e-mail smac@maineaudubon.org to register.

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Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

Members: $35 Nonmembers: $45

Join us on an evening cruise out of New Harbor to motor around Eastern Egg Rock and see the Atlantic Puffins that nest there! We time this trip at sunset for beautiful 'golden' light on the birds (great for photographers) and get to visit Franklin Lighthouse just as the light comes on.

Information packet: Sunset Puffin Cruise Info Packet (COVID-19 Policy Update)

Additional Sunset Puffin Cruise on Friday, July 24

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Members $7, Nonmember $9

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explorers search the marsh for natural artifacts like shells, grasses and flowers and incorporate these treasures into their own handmade pottery.

Advanced registration necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

Member $5, Nonmember $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Bring your preschooler to our fun and exciting story hour. This program will combine learning with hands-on fun and creativity. We will read a story related to the marsh and afterwards children will have the chance to make a craft. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Advanced registration necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Cancellation Policy

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Member $11, Nonmember $13

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Discover the wildlife and plants of Scarborough Marsh as you paddle the Dunstan River. Gliding through the marsh, you will be exposed to its many inhabitants, from the snowy egret catching fish along the edge of the river to the mummichugs swimming in the water. A trained naturalist will show you the numerous marsh plants and even give you a taste of an edible one. Must be 16 or older.

Please arrive no later than 1:00 pm.

Advanced registration necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

Member $5, Nonmember $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Learn how this power pollinator works, where they live, and how they communicate. Do the wiggle dance and learn what you can do to help the busy bees.

The Children's Nature Series is designed and led by trained naturalists. Ages five and up.

Advanced registration necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

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Members: $35 Nonmembers: $45

Join us on an evening cruise out of New Harbor to motor around Eastern Egg Rock and see the Atlantic Puffins that nest there! We time this trip at sunset for beautiful 'golden' light on the birds (great for photographers) and get to visit Franklin Lighthouse just as the light comes on.

Information packet: Sunset Puffin Cruise Info Packet (COVID-19 Policy Update)

Register Here

Bird Monitoring at Scarborough Marsh

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Join us for a marsh-wide bird survey. Participants will go on foot, canoe or kayak. Novices welcome and will be paired with advanced birders. We have been doing this survey for over 20 years. All the data collected helps researchers determine the health of the marsh and is entered into eBird.

Advanced registration appreciated but not required. Call 207-883-5100 and press zero or e-mail smac@maineaudubon.org

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Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

Full Call 207-883-5100 Press O for waitlist

Members $14, Nonmembers $16

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Experience the sights and sounds of marsh creatures under the full moon. Watch for black-crowned night heron along the bank or snowy egret flying back to a nearby island for the evening. We may even see a harbor seal or a muskrat playing in the water.

Arrive no later than 7:00 pm

Advanced Registration Necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Register Here

Full Call 207-883-5100 Press O for waitlist

Members $14, Nonmembers $16

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Experience the sights and sounds of marsh creatures under the full moon. Watch for black-crowned night heron along the bank or snowy egret flying back to a nearby island for the evening. We may even see a harbor seal or a muskrat playing in the water.

Arrive no later than 7:00 pm

Advanced Registration Necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Register Here

Full Call 207-883-5100 Press O for waitlist

Members $14, Nonmembers $16

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Experience the sights and sounds of marsh creatures under the full moon. Watch for black-crowned night heron along the bank or snowy egret flying back to a nearby island for the evening. We may even see a harbor seal or a muskrat playing in the water.

Arrive no later than 7:00 pm

Advanced Registration Necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Through various art projects children will discover the wonder of the salt marsh. The two sessions will be different, but both will inlcude some outside exploration. Call 207-883-5100 or e-mail smac@maineaudubon.org to register.

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

On this family-oriented hike, participants will use their senses to discover the night life at the marsh. We will try to find many different species of wildlife including a special night mammal, the bat. Participants will be able to use Wildlife Acoustics Echo Meters (www.EchoMeterTouch.com) to detect them and may want to download the free smartphone app in advance.

Advanced reservations are required. Please call 207-883-5100.

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Aquatic WILD and Junior Duck Stamp curriculum

Location: Fields Pond Date: August 10 at 8:45 to 1Members $23, Nonmembers $25

From awareness to action, Project Aquatic WILD's hands-on approach to learning engagesstudents in investigating the world around them, connecting them to conservation careers,and participating in solid STEM activities.

The NEW REVISED AND UPDATED Curriculum and Activity Guide can easily beadapted to meet the learning requirements for academic disciplines ranging from scienceand environmental education to social studies, math, and language arts.

Participants will also receive a curriculum guide developed for the Federal Junior Duck Stamp Program. This is a dynamic, multidisciplinary curriculum thatteaches wetland and waterfowl conservation to students in kindergarten through highschool. The program encourages students to explore their natural world, invites them to investigate biology and wildlife principles.

**This workshop will be offered virtually if needed. It would be August 10 and 17.**

Optional Canoe Tour of Fields Pond is Avialable

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Members $7, Nonmember $9

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explorers search the marsh for natural artifacts like shells, grasses and flowers and incorporate these treasures into their own handmade pottery.

Advanced registration necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

Member $5, Nonmember $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Become a detective and discover the mysteries around us. Join in on a scavenger hunt, make your own nature notebook, and learn how to use the tools of the trade.

The Children's Nature Series is designed and led by trained naturalists. Ages five and up.

Advanced registration necessary. Call (207) 883-5100

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Calling all children ages 3-8 and their families! You are invited to become a founding member of the Maine Audubon Chickadee Club, a monthly subscription program for young adventurers. There are two ways to join:

Digital club members pay just $5/month for access to downloadable, printable activities, art prompts, templates, and more. Print as many copies as you need to explore all of your favorite outdoor spaces!

Opt in to the Gilsland Farm Flock for: A new activity kit to pick up at Gilsland Farm each month, chock full of the information, materials, and tools you'll need for outdoor play and exploration, nature-inspired art, and more! Notifications of pop-up adventures you can do as a family at Gilsland Farm Special opportunities to virtually interact with Maine Audubon educators and scientists Access to digital content so you can save and print more copies of favorite activities

Cost: $30/month (Extra supplies for multiple children in the same household are available for $15/additional child per month.)

How to sign up: Sign up anytime to access that month's digital content. For Gilsland Farm Flock members, please see important dates below:

July/August: Sign up by July 8 to receive an activity kit. Pickup will be July 15-17 at Gilsland Farm

August/September: Sign up by August 1 to receive an activity kit. Pickup will be August 12-14 at Gilsland Farm.

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Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

Join us for a marsh-wide bird survey. Participants will go on foot, canoe or kayak. Novices welcome and will be paired with advanced birders. We have been doing this survey for over 20 years. All the data collected helps researchers determine the health of the marsh and is entered into eBird.

Advanced registration appreciated. Call 207-883-5100 or e-mail smac@maineaudubon.org

Register Here

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

Members $5, Nonmembers $7

Location: Scarborough Marsh

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Participants will touch the marsh fish, the mummichog, look for the many migrating and resident birds, and look through algae to discover the minute creatures living there. This program is for "children" of all ages.

No reservations are needed. If you have questions, you can email smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

Register Here

The Nature of Craft: Maine Artisans at Maine Audubon features 60+ artists and craftspeople, food trucks, demonstrations, activities and more!

Saturday, August 29, 10 am - 5 pm

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Location: Scarborough Marsh

Registration not required.

Join us for this Wednesday morning Bird Walk. We meet at the Nature Center and check out the birds there and head to local hot spots in Scarborough. We may hit Pine Point, the Eastern Trail, Pelreco and Dunstan Landing.

Register Here

We are offering daily guided canoe tours by reservation only. Please call 207-883-5100This schedule could change at any point due to Covid 19 current circumstances.

Members $11, Nonmembers $13Children $10

Experience the wildlife and plants of Scarborough Marsh as you paddle the Dunstan River. Paddling through the marsh, you will be exposed to its many inhabitants, from the snowy egret catching fish along the edge of the river to the mummichogs swimming in the water. A trained naturalist will show you the numerous marsh plants and even give you a taste of an edible one.

This tour is suitable for both novice and experienced paddlers.

We strongly encourage visitors to bring their own life jackets. We will have a small number available for purchase.

If you have questions, you can e-mail smac@maineaudubon.org or call 207-883-5100.

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We are making tentative plans for opening the marsh. Starting on July 1 we may be able to expand our service offerings. This schedule could change at any point due to Covid 19 current circumstances. We will update this information as we go along. PLEASE check with us, go to our website or email us at smac@maineadudubon.org. The renting procedure will be modified to keep our visitors and staff safe. If you have your own life jacket, you may choose to bring it with you.

Discover the meandering Dunstan River on your self-guided exploration. We'll provide a canoe/kayak, map, and life jackets.

Cost: $20/hour; $28/1.5 hours; $35/2 hours

($45 maximum; Discounts on Thursdays and for members)

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Free!

Location: Deering Oaks Park, Portland

This program will be rescheduled for later in the year.

Join Maine Audubon, Birth Roots, and Portland Rec for the 6th annual Pollinator Parade and Festival! We're bringing this favorite event back to Deering Oaks Park in Portland and hope you'll come ready to learn, march with us while dressed as your favorite pollinator, and leave ready to take action.

Schedule:

10-11:30am Family FestivalCrafts, games, face painting, costume making, a pollinator scavenger hunt, and more!

11:30am-12pm Sixth Annual Pollinator ParadeWe will march through Deering Oaks and the Farmers' Market to show our support for pollinator habitat. Costumes encouraged!

12-1pm BYO PicnicParticipants are invited to stay and enjoy a BYO picnic. We encourage those who wish to buy food to visit the Farmers' Market. Bring a picnic blanket and please be prepared to pack out any garbage.

Media Sponsor: Down East Magazine

This event made possible by L.L.Bean.

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