It’s nearly here! This year marks the 35th year that volunteers have been participating in annual Maine Loon Count. For three-and-a-half decades, dedicated volunteers have fanned out across the state to contribute to this important data-gathering event. This year, the loon project is proud to have a hearty crop of over 1,400 volunteers — more […]
Volunteering
Marching for Science in Portland [Photos & Video]
Maine Audubon wildlife biologist Laura Minich Zitske, who leads our Coastal Birds Project, was a featured speaker at Portland’s March for Science yesterday. Despite the chilly April temperatures, a dedicated corps turned out to support science and its wider inclusion in public policy decision-making. Laura’s remarks, below, focused on the role individuals can play — […]
Calling All Anglers: Help Find Wild Brook Trout in Maine!
Fishing season is open and it’s time to cast a line! But I must admit — I’m not a very accomplished angler. So I need your help! When I head out with my rod, I am often so distracted by everything else going on around me � I listen to bird songs and try to […]
Susan Gallo Receives Press Herald Source Sustainability Award
Last night, Susan Gallo received her Source Sustainability Award, presented to her by the Portland Press Herald in recognition of her leadership of Maine Audubon’s annual Loon Count. From the Press Herald‘s original story: Every year, in early summer, hundreds of Mainers head out onto lakes all across the southern part of the state. Their […]
Introducing Maine Audubon’s “Workday for Wildlife!”
If there is one lesson to learn from Earth Day, it is that everyone can make a difference in their own way, starting with their own corner of the world. There are changes we can all make to reduce our plastic usage, our reliance on fossil fuels, and in countless other areas to try to […]
Citizen Science: Signs of the Seasons
Have you ever wanted to join a citizen science project, but weren’t sure where to start? For the last three years, Maine Audubon has partnered with Signs of the Seasons�a great program that will teach you how to observe the changing seasons in your neighborhood, record what you see, and submit the data to help […]
Maine Policy Review features Maine Audubon on Citizen Science
Thanks to the Maine Policy Review for publishing this article on lessons we’ve learned from decades of citizen science work in the field of wildlife conservation, authored by director of conservation Sally Stockwell and wildlife biologist Susan Gallo. The lessons include: Be realistic Longevity is key Longevity is hard to sustain Partnerships are essential Celebrate […]
With Appreciation for our Volunteers
As the Maine Audubon Volunteer Coordinator, I have the pleasure of working with nearly 1,200 generous residents that give of themselves and their time in support of our mission to conserve wildlife and wildlife habitat here in Maine. Volunteers support our conservation efforts and collect valuable data as citizen scientists. At Gilsland Farm, volunteers are […]
Environmental Education Volunteers Needed
Adult Environmental Education leaders needed to assist with and lead programs for all ages. No experience is needed just a love of the environment and a desire to share it with others. Programs include outdoor and indoor explorations. These programs are for all ages from Pre-K to High School. Most programs will be from 1-2 […]