Events

Eco Explorers – Afterschool Program at Fields Pond

Step into STEM with us as we turn Maine Audubon at Fields Pond into a 230 acre science laboratory! This 6 week afterschool club will spark curiosity, nurture a love for the outdoors, and help discover how we can protect our planet—all while having tons of fall fun! This club combines outdoor exploration, guided hiking, […]

23 Feb

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

$85.00

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Birding Basics OnlineOnline

Our annual series is back and growing! We will spend 17 weeks covering the essentials of birding. These online sessions are for people newly interested in birding or novices needing a refresher, but even the pros will learn something new. Different topics each week; review the courses and join for the ones that interest you. […]

24 Feb

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Online

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Maine Native Plants Short CourseOnline

Wednesdays, 6 pm Join Program Manager Andrew Tufts for an online introductory short course on Maine Native Plants! February 4: Backyard Ecology 101 — Get an introduction to the wildlife and natural processes that have been occurring around us, in some cases for centuries.  This class will review the life cycles of plants, insects, and […]

25 Feb

6:00 pm

Online

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Gilsland Farm Bird Walk

Join us for a weekly bird walk at Gilsland Farm, led by Maine Audubon’s Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox and others. Meet in the parking lot, in front of the Visitor Center, where we’ll begin a slow walk around the property to look and listen for birds using Gilsland’s diverse habitats. Free, no registration required. The […]

26 Feb

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Homeschool Naturalists – Winter Session

Join the Fields Pond Audubon Center Homeschool Naturalists for an exciting, hands-on adventure learning how Maine wildlife outsmarts winter! Explore the wonders of animal adaptations as we uncover how creatures survive the cold. We’ll venture into the snowy woods, hunt for tracks and wildlife clues, and make lasting connections with fellow homeschoolers—all while having a […]

26 Feb

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

$85.00

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Winter Tracking – Online ProgramOnline

This online program will cover the basics of winter tracking, including prints, scat, and other signs of wildlife. Following this program, there will be companion walks at both our Gilsland Farm and Fields Pond centers on Saturday, February 28. Please register separately for online and in-person programs. Saturday, February 28, 10:30 am-12:30 pm: Winter Tracking […]

26 Feb

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Online

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Preschool Nature Hour at Fields Pond

Come join the fun at Fields Pond for our Preschool Nature Hour! Each Friday, from 9:30–10:30 am, little ones and their grown-ups will dive into nature adventures full of stories, art, STEM activities, and outdoor play! Designed for ages 2-5, this series will spark curiosity, nurture a love for the outdoors, and help kids discover […]

27 Feb

9:30 am - 10:30 am

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

$65.00

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Feathers & Feeders: Backyard Bird Photography for Beginners at Fields Pond

Join us at the Nature Center for a morning avian photoshoot.  Professional photographer L’aura Bradford will provide tips for bird photography, including:  lens choice, camera settings, composition, photographing birds in flight, perches, feeder setup, and ethics of backyard bird photography. Please bring whatever camera you have (yes, cell phone cameras too). Group size is limited, […]

28 Feb

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

$15.00

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Winter Tracking Walk at Gilsland Farm

Following our Winter Tracking online program on February 26, we’ll explore the trails at Gilsland Farm to look for signs of wildlife. Webinar attendance is not necessary to enjoy this walk. If attending both programs, please register separately for each. Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for all members of the community. […]

28 Feb

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Winter Tracking Walk at Fields Pond

Following our Winter Tracking online program on February 26: Join Maine Audubon staff for a winter walk around Fields Pond looking for evidence of winter critters in the landscape. We will look for signs big and small – ranging from tracks in the snow (hopefully) to evidence of animals feeding. The walk pace will be […]

28 Feb

11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

$8.00

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Eco Explorers – Afterschool Program at Fields Pond

Step into STEM with us as we turn Maine Audubon at Fields Pond into a 230 acre science laboratory! This 6 week afterschool club will spark curiosity, nurture a love for the outdoors, and help discover how we can protect our planet—all while having tons of fall fun! This club combines outdoor exploration, guided hiking, […]

02 Mar

3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

$85.00

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Beginner Bird Walks at Gisland Farm

Drop in during the first half hour as we watch the feeders around our Visitor Center. Then we’ll hit the trails to the meadow and waterfront. These are for anyone who is new to birding or wants to improve their skills by getting back to basics. Our naturalist will answer questions and make identification less […]

03 Mar

8:00 am - 10:00 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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