Native Plants

August 2026

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 […]
12 Aug
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
Maine Audubon Urban Forestry Education Specialist and arborist Jeff Tarling works to introduce biological controls designed to control Emerald Ash Borer on ash trees at Gilsland Farm.

Ash Monitoring Community Science Field Workshop at Fields Pond

SORRY — THIS WORKSHOP HAS BEEN CANCELED Thursday, August 13, 4 pm Join local staff and experts to practice finding ash trees, and documenting signs/symptoms of Emerald Ash Borer and seed collection sites. This is a collaboration with Gulf of Maine Research Institute and Ash Protection Collaboration Across Waponahkik. Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive […]
13 Aug
Canceled
4:00 pm
Fields Pond - Holden
216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429
Fall seed collection with Maine Audubon staff in the Pond Meadow at Gilsland Farm Audubon Center in Falmouth, ME.

Seed Collection & Processing – Workshop Series at Gilsland Farm

Seed Collection & Processing Late summer marks the beginning of seed ripening across many native species. This workshop introduces participants to responsible seed collection techniques, timing, and basic processing methods. We’ll explore how to identify when seeds are ready, how to collect without impacting wild populations, and how to clean and store seeds for future […]
15 Aug
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

Native Plant Illustration with Joy Grannis – Workshop Series at Gilsland Farm

Native Plant Illustration (part 2) with Artist Joy Grannis Continue building observational and drawing skills through a focused study of native plants in late summer. This session emphasizes form, seed structures, and seasonal change, helping participants capture the character of plants at a different stage in their life cycle. Native Plants Summer Workshop Series Join […]
15 Aug
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
Kennebunk Plains

Natural Communities Webinar: Sandplain Grasslands & Late Summer Bloom

Late summer reveals one of Maine’s most unique and threatened ecosystems: sandplain grasslands. This webinar explores the ecology of these dry, disturbance-dependent systems, highlighting grasses, wildflowers, and the specialized wildlife adapted to nutrient-poor soils. Participants will learn how fire, mowing, and historical land use maintain these communities, and how late-season flowering supports pollinators at a […]
19 Aug
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Online

Native Plant Walks at Gilsland Farm

Join Maine Audubon’s Native Plants Program team for bi-monthly guided walks at Gilsland Farm. These walks explore native plants, seasonal change, and the ecological patterns that shape Maine landscapes. Each walk highlights what’s happening in real time—from spring blooms to fall seed set—while building skills in plant identification and observation. Participants will also learn how […]
24 Aug
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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 […]
26 Aug
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
Maine Native Plants

Native Plant Workshops and Walks at Fields Pond

June 26 – Workshop & Walk July 31 – Walk only August 28 – Workshop & Walk All at 1 pm Are you curious about native plants? Join us this summer for workshops and walks exploring how they support wildlife habitat in your local landscape. In June we’ll repot our overwintering native seeds. You can […]
28 Aug
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Fields Pond - Holden
216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429
September 2026

Queer Scavenger Hunt

The second annual! We’ll break into teams and explore the sanctuary with maps, looking for clues related to queer history and Maine wildlife. No prior knowledge necessary. The route will involve moderate hills and uneven ground. Participants must walk so that no one is left behind, and so that everyone can enjoy the beauty of […]
05 Sep
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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 […]
09 Sep
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

Portland Water District’s Sebago Lake Native Plants Sale

Visit the Portland Water District’s annual Sebago Lake native plant sale on Saturday, September 12. Maine Audubon staff will be on hand with native plant expertise and resources to help homeowners create wildlife-friendly landscapes while protecting water quality throughout the watershed. Johnson Field, 89 Chadbourne Road, Standish Saturday, September 12, 10 am–2 pm Free
12 Sep
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Other

Native Plant Walk at Gilsland Farm

Join Maine Audubon staff for seasonal walks through the gardens, fields, and natural areas of Gilsland Farm. These informal guided walks offer an opportunity to observe native plants throughout the growing season while exploring their relationships with birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. Each walk will focus on what is happening in the landscape at that […]
14 Sep
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
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