Conservation Programs

Introduction to Surveying Loon Breeding Pairs

You may have heard of or participated in the annual loon count, but this webinar focuses on a different way to monitor loons. In this online gathering, we’ll introduce you to methods that community scientists all over Maine are using to responsibly track loon breeding pairs and their chicks throughout the breeding season and submit […]

09 Apr

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Online

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Stream Smart Phase I Introductory Workshop – Ellsworth

This workshop, originally scheduled for April 13, has been postponed.  New date coming soon! Join us to learn about: the value of free-flowing streams; the regulations that are applicable when working on road/stream crossings; the principles of building Stream Smart crossings; the costs and benefits of Stream Smart crossings; and where to look for funding. […]

13 Apr

Postponed

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Other

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Marsh and Stream Explorers: A Treasure Hunt to Find Healthy Freshwater Habitats in Maine

Curious about what critters live in your local streams and freshwater marshes? Come learn about Maine Marsh and Stream Explorers, a collaborative community science project between Maine Audubon and the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This program trains volunteers to survey for macroinvertebrates, or large aquatic insects, in streams and freshwater marshes statewide. With […]

22 Apr

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Online

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Marsh and Stream Explorers Field Training in Westbrook

Location: Mill Brook Preserve, Presumpscot Regional Land Trust, Westbrook April 25  from 9:30 am-12 pm Free; registration required Curious about what critters live in your local streams and freshwater marshes? Come join Maine Audubon and Maine DEP for a fun morning of catching and identifying macroinvertebrates at Mill Brook Preserve! Get hands-on training and learn […]

25 Apr

9:30 am - 12:00 pm

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Stream Explorers Workshop at Fields Pond

Do you want to volunteer your time to care for your local streams? Do you want to learn more about the critters that live in the water? Come and practice your sampling methods and macroinvertebrate identification skills at this in-person training workshop. Learn how to sample a stream for science and identify the organisms you […]

25 Apr

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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CoastWise Introductory Workshop – Ellsworth

Join us for an Introductory Workshop on the new CoastWise Approach to tidal crossings. CoastWise is a training program and resource for anyone with responsibility for planning and building road crossings in tidal wetland areas. Modeled after the statewide Stream Smart program for non-tidal crossings, CoastWise supports coastal Maine communities in building safe road crossings […]

28 Apr

9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Other

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CoastWise Introductory Workshop – Freeport

Join us for an Introductory Workshop on the new CoastWise Approach to tidal crossings. CoastWise is a training program and resource for anyone with responsibility for planning and building road crossings in tidal wetland areas. Modeled after the statewide Stream Smart program for non-tidal crossings, CoastWise supports coastal Maine communities in building safe road crossings […]

30 Apr

9:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Marsh and Stream Explorers Field Training in Topsham

Location: Little River Preserve, Topsham. Carpool meeting location is the Pejepscot Boat Ramp May 2 from 10 am-12:30 pm Free; registration required Curious about what critters live in your local streams and freshwater marshes? Come join Maine Audubon and Maine DEP for a fun morning of catching and identifying macroinvertebrates at Little River Preserve in […]

02 May

10:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Stream Smart Phase I Introductory Workshop – Bridgton

Join us to learn about: the value of free-flowing streams; the regulations that are applicable when working on road/stream crossings; the principles of building Stream Smart crossings; the costs and benefits of Stream Smart crossings; and where to look for funding. We will be in the classroom from 8:30 am-12:30 pm – doors open at […]

05 May

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Forestry for Maine Birds and Fish! Field Workshop at Fields Pond

Did you know that fish depend on healthy forest habitats in addition to birds? Come to Fields Pond Audubon Center to learn how to manage your woodland to enhance habitat for breeding birds and fish. This field workshop will be led by Sally Stockwell and David Lamon from Maine Audubon, and will cover the global […]

09 May

10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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Marsh and Stream Explorers Field Training in Belgrade

Location: Wings Mills Dam, Belgrade May 16 from 10 am-12:30 pm Free; registration required Curious about what critters live in your local streams and freshwater marshes? Come join Maine Audubon and Maine DEP for a fun morning of catching and identifying macroinvertebrates at Wings Mills Dam in Belgrade hosted by 7 Lakes Alliance! Get hands-on […]

16 May

10:00 am - 12:30 pm

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Marsh and Stream Explorers Field Training in Gilead

Location: McCoy-Chapman Forest, Gilead May 30 from 10 am-12:30 pm Free; registration required Curious about what critters live in your local streams and freshwater marshes? Come join Maine Audubon and Maine DEP for a fun morning of catching and identifying macroinvertebrates at the McCoy-Chapman Forest in Gilead hosted by the Mahoosuc Land Trust! Get hands-on […]

30 May

10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Other

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