Family Programs

Family & Beginner Bird Walks – Scarborough Marsh

Join a Maine Audubon naturalist for a walk searching for birds in this unique habitat. This walk is open to all and designed for new birders looking to build their bird identification skills. Binoculars are available to borrow. No registration required. Donations are cheerfully accepted. June 27 July 25 August 16 8-9:30 am Maine Audubon […]

27 Jun

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Tiny Tot Tour at Scarborough Marsh

Introduce youth (3-5 years) to this unique habitat through interactive hands-on activities. They will experience the marsh first hand, looking through algae for small critters, jumping in the mud, and looking at fish and insects up close. There will also be a story and a craft.  Children must be accompanied by an adult. June 30; […]

30 Jun

10:30 am - 11:30 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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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, […]

01 Jul

10:00 am - 11:30 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Family Nature Walks: Mummichugs and Marsh Muck

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Spots are limited to first come, first served. Wednesdays, June 17–August 26 10:30 am–12 pm $22/nonmember family $18/member family (2 adults, 2 children) $10 per additional adult, $5 per additional child Max of $30 nonmember family and $25 member […]

01 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Salt Marsh Explorers

Youth (8-11 years) will explore the mysteries of the salt marsh, conduct experiments, and discover what makes a salt marsh one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet! Children must be accompanied by an adult. July 2, 28, August 20; 10:30 am-12 pm $12/nonmember child, $10 member child Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive […]

02 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Cat Tales Story Hour

The June 23 is session canceled. Bring your preschooler (3-5 years) to our captivating and educational story hour. This program will combine learning with hands-on fun and creativity. A story related to the marsh will be read aloud and afterwards children will have the chance to make a craft.  Children must be accompanied by an […]

07 Jul

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Family Nature Walks: Mummichugs and Marsh Muck

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Spots are limited to first come, first served. Wednesdays, June 17–August 26 10:30 am–12 pm $22/nonmember family $18/member family (2 adults, 2 children) $10 per additional adult, $5 per additional child Max of $30 nonmember family and $25 member […]

08 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Clayful Creations: Nature Pottery for Youth

Youth (8-11 years) will search the marsh for natural artifacts like shells, grasses and flowers and incorporate these treasures into their own handmade pottery. Children must be accompanied by an adult. July 9, 21, and August 6; 10:30 am–12 pm $12/nonmember child, $10 member child Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for […]

09 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Exploring Nature Through Art at Scarborough Marsh

Through various art crafts & projects children (5-10 years) will discover the wonder of the salt marsh. All sessions will have different crafts and will include some outside exploration. Children must be accompanied by an adult. June 25; July 14, 30; August 11, 25 10:30 am–12 pm (5-10 yrs) $12/nonmember child, $10 member child   […]

14 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Family Nature Walks: Mummichugs and Marsh Muck

Explore the marsh for plants and animals through discovery-oriented, fun-filled activities that use all five senses. Spots are limited to first come, first served. Wednesdays, June 17–August 26 10:30 am–12 pm $22/nonmember family $18/member family (2 adults, 2 children) $10 per additional adult, $5 per additional child Max of $30 nonmember family and $25 member […]

15 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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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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Clayful Creations: Nature Pottery for Youth

Youth (8-11 years) will search the marsh for natural artifacts like shells, grasses and flowers and incorporate these treasures into their own handmade pottery. Children must be accompanied by an adult. July 9, 21, and August 6; 10:30 am–12 pm $12/nonmember child, $10 member child Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for […]

21 Jul

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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