The health of our democracy and the protection of Maine wildlife both depend on engaged, informed citizens. At Maine Audubon we want every eligible voter to have the opportunity to cast their ballot this November. Planning ahead can help ensure your participation in this essential aspect of our democracy. Election Day 2026 is Tuesday, November […]
News & Notes
Maine is for the birds! A collaboration with the Maine State Museum
For generations of Maine students, a class field trip to the State House in Augusta also included a visit to the Maine State Museum. Approximately 15,000 students toured the museum annually for structured educational programs. The Museum’s artifacts and exhibits brought the history of our state and its people up close and personal, sharing what […]
Press Release: Maine Groups Condemn Federal Attacks on the Endangered Species Act
Maine Audubon | Natural Resources Council of Maine | Maine Conservation Voters Maine Rivers | Environment Maine | Maine Unitarian Universalist State Advocacy Network Sierra Club Maine | Maine Association of Conservation Commissions RESTORE: The North Woods | Maine Youth for Climate Justice Momentum Conservation | Friends of Casco Bay FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAINE GROUPS […]
October Letter from the President: Committed to free programs
Having worked at Maine Audubon in the first part of my career, I now often get asked “Has much changed? How is it different, or is it much the same?” The mission of course remains the same and it’s the primary reason I wanted to return to work here. As far as changes, there’s a […]
Stay up to date on lead tackle laws and turn in your lead to help loons!
Make sure you are aware of the latest laws around fishing tackle. After September 30, many zones in the state are closed to fishing on inland waters (check the state’s website for details here) so now is a great time to clean out your tackle box and get rid of any lead tackle you may […]
October is our favorite month for tree care and planting
As the leaves on the trees start to change color, the days get shorter, and the weather gets cooler, planting trees and other plants may be the last thing on your mind. However, as plants wind down growing in anticipation of dormancy, this is actually a great time to plant! Planting plugs, livestakes, trees, and […]
Oct. 10: Enjoy a Relaxing Day of Birdwatching at the Big Sit!
Many birdwatchers are familiar with Big Day, an international, twice-a-year celebration of birds, in which people count the birds they see over the course of 24 hours. In the spirit of these fun events, many bird-loving communities gather together, explore birding hotspots, and even make a competition to see who can spot the most species! […]
Join us for community science power hours this fall
With the leaves changing and temperatures dropping, it’s a great time of year to get out and explore nature! As we move through fall, we can watch many seasonal changes unfold. Earlier in the season, you can still find many flowers blooming and attracting pollinators. But as the weeks go by, many of these birds […]
Providing environmental education to high school students in Orono
Incoming first-year students at Orono High School are embarking on a journey that will deepen their connections to the world around them. These students won’t be traveling to far off exotic locales, but instead will be connecting with their local watershed through an interdisciplinary, place-based education program called Watershed Academy. Initiated by Orono High School […]