Natural Communities Webinar: Maples

Maples are among the first trees to announce spring in Maine. This webinar, led by Native Plants Manager Andrew Tufts, introduces native maple species and the natural plant communities they anchor, from upland forests to wetlands. Participants will learn how to recognize early phenological cues such as bud swell and flowering, and how maple ecology connects soils, hydrology, and forest structure at the start of the growing season.

After the webinar, join us in person!

Natural Communities Visit: Maples in Portland – Thursday, March 26, 3-4 pm

Natural Communities Visit: Maples at Fields Pond – Saturday, March 28, 3-4 pm

Natural Communities & Seasonal Change is a three-part spring learning series that combines monthly webinars with guided field experiences to explore Maine’s native plant communities through the lens of seasonal phenology. The series focuses on how native trees and shrubs signal ecological change, support wildlife, and shape both natural and human landscapes. Participants will build skills in observation, plant identification, and reading the landscape as spring unfolds.

Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for all members of the community. If you require accommodations to participate in this program, please email events@maineaudubon.org. Maine Audubon can best meet the needs of requests submitted at least seven days before the event start date.