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News & Notes
September is a pivotal month
Happy September, friends. Like September's spring counterpart, March, the coming month is one of transitions. It marks the beginning of autumn; it is one of the sunniest months of the Maine year, but it's also defined by cool, comfortable nights; it is the month that humans begin preparations for …
Coming soon: A digital overhaul of maineaudubon1.wpengine.com
Fall is in the air. It's a time of change in nature, and for Maine Audubon's digital presence, too. Our website has served us well for many years. It's full of rich information about our conservation projects, upcoming workshops and programs, and advocacy efforts. But (as tends to happen) the …
Remembering Carroll Tiernan
Happy August, friends. July has been a busy and exciting month for Maine Audubon. Together with over 800 volunteers, we carried out the 34th annual Loon Count on lakes and ponds around the state! Our volunteer citizen scientists are at the heart of this successful event each year. Thanks to …
Are you seeing fewer birds in the summer?
Each year I receive a number of phone calls or inquires from people worried about the lack of birds at their feeders in the summer time. Fear not! This is generally a good thing. Below, I'll use some eBird data to illustrate some of the changes in a bird's frequency or abundance throughout the …
Meet Eliza Donoghue, Maine Audubon’s new staff advocate
One of Maine Audubon's key roles in the state is to advocate for policies that are good for Maine's wildlife and habitat. Our staff advocate leads that critical and sensitive work, operating in Augusta and around the state in support of the organization's priorities. We are excited to announce …
Action Alert: Time to override the governor’s solar veto
We are *so close* to having a new solar power law. The full House and Senate enacted LD 1504 (with amendments) by overwhelming majorities. Today, as expected, it was vetoed by the Governor. Please contact your legislators and urge them to override the veto of LD 1504. This solar bill is an …
Action Alert: Last chance to speak up in defense of Maine’s new National Monument
We have a few days left to weigh in with our comments in support of the Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument. Your comments can help ensure this new national monument remains a protected piece of Maine's landscape. The Department of Interior (DOI) is accepting public comments as part of …
Our grand adventure
Happy July, friends. This is one of my favorite months. School is out, spending time in the great Maine outdoors is in, and families and friends gather around campfires, lobster bakes, or scenic mountaintops. All of Maine is green and blue, with brightly colored splashes of wildflowers, birds, …