Join a nocturnal event to see what happens when the sun sets . . .

Join the 43rd Annual Loon Count

Common Loons are back and nesting on lakes, and we need your help to monitor their population! Since 1983, hundreds of volunteers have gone out to survey lakes and ponds across Maine on the third Saturday in July and collect loon data to give us a “snapshot” of the loon population. The 2026 Annual Loon Count will take place on Saturday, July 18 from 7 to 7:30 am. The deadline to sign up is July 10 so don’t wait!

One of the hallmarks of Maine Audubon’s vision is to create accessible, inclusive, and welcoming wildlife sanctuaries that provide a haven for Maine wildlife and broaden access to nature and experiential learning for everyone. We are thrilled to announce that we are building an All Persons Trail at Gilsland Farm this year. Read about the trail here >

During the construction phase, visitors should expect to see small sections of the existing trail network located around the Visitor Center temporarily closed. Thanks for your patience! 

All Persons Trail at Mass Audubon Cedar Pond Wildlife Sanctuary
The All Persons Trail at Gilsland Farm will have features similar to the trail at Mass Audubon’s Cedar Pond Wildlife Sanctuary (photo above)

Fields Pond: Find respite in nature just seven miles from downtown Bangor

Birding In Maine

Birding events, resources, regional guides, Young Birders checklist, maps, and more

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