Family Programs

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 […]

06 Aug

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Nature Sketching by Canoe at Scarborough Marsh

Artists of all ages and abilities have a unique opportunity to practice nature sketching in a beautiful environment with Maine artist Rebekah Lowell,  during a special canoe tour through the marsh. Canoes, paddles, and life jackets provided by Maine Audubon. *Arrive 30 minutes before start time Saturday, August 8, 10-11:30am $18/member $20/nonmember $12/child (8-18) Maine […]

08 Aug

10:00 am - 11:30 am

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   […]

11 Aug

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 […]

12 Aug

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Cat Tales Story Hour

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 adult. June 23, July 7, August […]

13 Aug

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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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 […]

16 Aug

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Flocking Together: Chicks, Charms, and Signs of Summer, a workshop with Melissa Sweet

It’s Goldfinch season! Join us in celebrating a new book: Goldfinches, by Pulitzer Prize winning poet Mary Oliver, with illustrator Melissa Sweet. Melissa will begin with a reading of Goldfinches, then teach us about these vibrant birds, including how they nest and raise their chicks, and why their collective noun is a “Charm of Goldfinches.” […]

16 Aug

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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 […]

18 Aug

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 […]

19 Aug

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 […]

20 Aug

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Annual Butterfly Festival at Fields Pond

Join us for a day of butterfly fun to celebrate this special flying insect! Families of all ages are encouraged to pre-register for this free event. The day is filled with face painting, bug hunting and identification (BioBlitzing!), a butterfly parade through the meadow, crafts, and more! 10 am–2 pm (all day): Insect Bioblitz, Face […]

22 Aug

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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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   […]

25 Aug

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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