Summer is almost here and school (as we've recently known it) will be done soon. For many people, summer in Maine means spending time in or near water. With over 6,000 lakes and ponds to choose from, perhaps you'll be finding yourself in the habitat of one of Maine's most iconic bird species: the …
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Connections: Explore a Pond, Part 2
Nature in the Middle Last week we set out in search of a local pond, equipped with some homemade tools to help us explore. The weather has been fantastic this past week and hopefully you were able to get outdoors and explore a pond. This week I'd like to take a closer look at the community …
Connections: The Darling Buds of May
Now that the temperature outdoors is moving up, it's starting to feel like spring has really sprung! One of the things that I look forward to each spring is the blooming of flowers. As I sit on my front porch writing this, I can see dandelions, violets, and wild strawberries in bloom on my lawn just …
Connections: Plagiarizing Nature
Nature in the Middle (grades 6-8) Most middle schoolers have heard the warnings from their teachers about the perils of plagiarism; and for good reasons! So listen to your teacher's advice and practice ethical work habits; trust me, you'll be glad that you did! But, let me suggest that we do a …
Connections: Things to do on Earth Day 50
Nature in the Middle (grades 6-8) Happy Earth Day! This holiday is now 50 years old and recognized as the planet's largest civic event. When it was launched in the United States back in 1970 about 10% of our total population took to the streets to demand a new way forward for our planet. Wow, …
Connections: In Search of Bigfoot…
Nature In The Middle (grades 6-8) This Week's Topic: In Search of Bigfoot… Ok, spoiler alert. Bigfoot isn't real; or at least I've not seen any credible scientific evidence to support its existence. Sorry to be a party pooper! I'll admit that the idea of a creature like Bigfoot existing …
Connections: Nature In The Middle
During this time of sheltering in place, many of us are exhibiting symptoms of “Cabin Fever” (boredom, listlessness, feeling trapped indoors and cut off from the world). One way to combat this is to interject something new into what seems familiar. Imagine for a minute that your house or …
Connections: Nature in the Middle
Maine Audubon's mission is to conserve Maine's wildlife and wildlife habitat by engaging people in education, conservation, and action. Today, that mission seems more important than ever. Our educators, scientists, advocates, and naturalists are committed to keeping you connected to the natural …