There's nothing more iconic than the haunting call of a Common Loon. But loons are way more than just icons. The loon's dependence on clear, clean water and healthy fish populations makes it an important biological indicator, and long-term studies have shown that lead poisoning from the ingestion of …
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Stream Explorers . . . explore streams!
Kick net? Check. Ice cube tray? Check. Tiny paintbrush to help pick up tiny water bugs? Check! Armed with these tools, volunteers embarked on treasure hunts as part of the Maine Stream Explorers, a community science project that Maine Audubon launched in partnership with the Maine Department of …
New video series showcases Forestry for Maine Birds program
Are you interested in learning more about how you can help birds and other wildlife while managing your woodland? Typically, you'd be able to take part in an in-person workshop introducing you to our Forestry for Maine Birds program. But prompted by coronavirus restrictions, Maine Audubon, the …
Maine Audubon and Clean Energy Companies Applaud Vote on Climate Action Plan
Landmark Document Sets Course for Carbon Reductions and Economic Revitalization November 12, 2020 (Augusta, ME) – The Maine Climate Council voted today to finalize draft recommendations for the state's next Climate Action Plan (CAP), a document that will guide Maine's efforts to meet ambitious …
Future Focus, youth-led series showcasing climate activists, kicks off with Anna Siegel on Oct. 27
Young adults throughout Maine are innovating, organizing, and leading efforts to connect and address the most pressing social and environmental issues we face, and many have garnered statewide, national, and international recognition and accolades. Many of these young activists have joined …
Maine Audubon partners with City of Portland to create wildlife-friendly area on Franklin Street
Portlanders, remember that football-field-sized black tarp covering a field in the center of Franklin Street, between Congress and Cumberland? It was unveiled today and the City's horticulture staff will begin a transformation from lawn to urban meadow that Portlanders can watch grow literally from …
“Birds of Maine” book coming in November
The first comprehensive overview of Maine's incredibly rich birdlife in more than seven decades, Birds of Maine is a detailed account of all 464 species recorded in the Pine Tree State. Written by the late Peter Vickery in cooperation with a team of leading ornithologists, this guide offers a …
Welcome to our new Director of Finance
Erin MacGregor-Forbes has been named Director of Finance and Administration at Maine Audubon. She was most recently the Chief Financial Officer at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, and worked previously at Allagash Brewing Company and Sterling Rope Company. A native Mainer, she is also a master …
Nature Play, Native Plants, and Local Birds: Maine Audubon webinar series at Springvale Library focuses on outdoor exploration
From nature-based play, to growing native plants, to spotting birds in your backyard, a new three-part series of virtual workshops will help Springvale and Sanford community members use birding and wildlife gardens as springboards for outdoor exploration. Maine Audubon and Springvale Library …