Birding Programs

Guided Canoe Tours at Scarborough Marsh – July 2026

Learn about the marsh wildlife and plants as you paddle along the Dunstan River led by a Maine Audubon Guide. Canoes, paddles, and life jackets provided by Maine Audubon. 10-11:30 am $16/adult, $12/child (ages 6-18) No reservations, drop in only. July 1, 2, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, […]

11 Jul

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Wednesday Bird Walks at Scarborough Marsh

Join Noah Gibb for a walk searching for birds in this unique habitat. Whether you are looking for sparrows, wading birds, or maybe that new rare bird, this walk is for you. All levels are welcome. Binoculars are available to borrow. Participants will meet at the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center and may go to spots […]

15 Jul

8:00 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Wednesday Morning Nature Walks at Gilsland Farm

Explore Gilsland Farm with our Field Naturalist. We’ll stop for birds, bugs, fungi, plants, and anything else that piques our curiosity. These walks are for those folks who make terrible hiking partners. You’re in good company here! Participants will have opportunities to contribute observations to ongoing community science projects through iNaturalist. Binoculars and hand lenses […]

15 Jul

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Nocturnal by Nature Series with Deborah Perkins

Join wildlife ecologist Deborah Perkins for a three-part evening lecture and guided walk exploring some of Maine’s most fascinating nocturnal and crepuscular wildlife. Each session begins with a short indoor presentation, followed by a walk at Gilsland Farm to observe and listen for wildlife in real time. The series will focus on fireflies, bats, and […]

15 Jul

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Thursday Bird Walks at Gilsland Farm

NO WALK ON MAY 14 at Gilsland Farm.  Please join us at Evergreen Cemetery for a Warbler 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 […]

16 Jul

7:00 am - 9:00 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Fantastic Flying Friends

Explore the skies, canopy, and pannes for birds that live in and around the salt marsh. Youth (5-10 years) will have an opportunity to learn about bird adaptations through engaging and immersive activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. July 16, August 18; 10:30 am-12 pm (5-10 yrs) $12/nonmember child, $10 member child Maine […]

16 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Guided Kayak Tours at Scarborough Marsh

Follow a Maine Audubon guide and enjoy the sights and sounds of the marsh. Kayak, paddles, and life jackets provided by Maine Audubon. July 17, 1-2:30 pm August 28, 2-3:30 pm $18/member adult $20/nonmember adult $12/child (14-18) Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for all members of the community. If you require […]

17 Jul

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Scarborough Marsh Bird Monitoring

Join us for a marsh-wide bird survey. Participants will go on foot, canoe, or kayak. Novices welcome and will be paired with advanced birders. Data collected helps researchers determine the health of the marsh and is entered into eBird. Saturday, July 18, 8:30-11:30 am Saturday, August 15, 7:30-10:30 am Free, Registration Required Maine Audubon strives […]

18 Jul

8:30 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Maine Audubon After Dark

Get to know our sanctuary after dark and kick off National Moth Week at this event celebrating nocturnal wildlife. Come before sunset to watch Barn Swallows feed over the orchard. Stay late to observe moths, bats, and other critters and mingle in the glow of UV lights. Light refreshments will be provided. $15 nonmembers/$12 members […]

18 Jul

8:00 pm

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Jordan River Preserve Guided Walks

Maine Audubon naturalists and special guests will lead monthly walks at Frenchman Bay Conservancy’s Jordan River Preserve in Trenton. The Jordan River Preserve protects 186 acres with more than a mile of shoreline, valuable tidal salt marshes, and nesting habitat for many bird species including Bobolinks and Cliff Swallows. The property includes open fields, forested […]

21 Jul

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

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Wednesday Bird Walks at Scarborough Marsh

Join Noah Gibb for a walk searching for birds in this unique habitat. Whether you are looking for sparrows, wading birds, or maybe that new rare bird, this walk is for you. All levels are welcome. Binoculars are available to borrow. Participants will meet at the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center and may go to spots […]

22 Jul

8:00 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Accessible Beginner Birding at Gilsland Farm

Accessible Beginner Birding is inclusive, accessible, and designed for true beginner birders. Our route will be a loop covering approximately 900 feet. We’ll travel at a slower pace on flat gravel and compacted lawn. We’ll make frequent stops with seats available at all of them. This outing will focus on watching and listening to birds […]

22 Jul

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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