Native Plants

Salt Marshes: Maine’s Dynamic Coastal Communities – Webinar

Where land and sea meet, one of Maine’s most productive and resilient ecosystems thrives. Join Maine Audubon’s Native Plants Program for an exploration of Maine’s salt marshes and the remarkable plant communities that have adapted to life between the tides. These coastal habitats provide critical benefits, from buffering storm surge and improving water quality to […]

22 Sep

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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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 […]

23 Sep

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Edible Plant Walk with Rachel Alexandrou

Join artist and forager Rachel Alexandrou for a walk focused on identifying and responsibly harvesting edible native species growing at Gilsland Farm. We’ll take a slow walk around the property, then enjoy a simple wild refreshment together. $36/member, $45/nonmember Maine Audubon strives to provide inclusive and accessible programs for all members of the community. If […]

25 Sep

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Creating a Backyard Winter Wildlife Sanctuary

When the cold weather hits, we Mainers make the best neighbors! We shovel our neighbors’ driveways, share bread and toilet paper, and generally support one another. But what about our non-human neighbors? After all, winter is a critical season for the survival of wildlife. Join Dr. Katie Burns, an ecologist and science communicator, for an […]

28 Sep

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Fall Community Tree Stewardship Day – Baxter Woods, Portland

Join us to help with bird habitat restoration in Baxter Woods. We will be planting shrubs and trees around the vernal pool to support birds and other wildlife that live in and use Baxter Woods. We will meet at the entrance on Stevens ave and walk .25 miles along the trail to reach the planting […]

03 Oct

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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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 […]

07 Oct

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Fall Community Tree Stewardship Day – Bangor

Join us at the Bangor Tree Nursery to help improve infrastructure in the nursery. We will be building shelves, installing a ramp, and repairing the fence. Participants must be 18+ and comfortable using power tools. The nursery is located at 939 Finson Rd, Bangor, ME. The nursery is a little ways down a dirt road. […]

07 Oct

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Introduction to Wild Basketry at Fields Pond

Learn the craft of weaving natural materials—grasses, bark, vines, and more—into functional, beautiful baskets with Jessica Steele. This hands-on class covers collecting, processing, and weaving with locally sourced materials such as cattail, pine needle, birch bark, willow, and grapevine.  The workshop includes a presentation, live demos, and take-home materials. No experience necessary. Maine Audubon strives […]

07 Oct

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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Fall Community Tree Stewardship Day – Auburn

Join us at the Auburn Tree nursery to help us get ready for winter. We will be pruning, planting, and mulching. The nursery is located at 115 North Auburn Rd, Auburn, ME 04210. We will meet in the parking lot and walk over to the nursery. Wear sturdy, closed-toed shoes for a site that can […]

10 Oct

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Meadows: Diversity in the Open Landscape – Webinar

Bursting with wildflowers, grasses, pollinators, and birds, meadows are among Maine’s most vibrant and wildlife-rich habitats. Join Maine Audubon’s Native Plants Program for a closer look at the meadow communities that provide food, shelter, and breeding habitat for an extraordinary diversity of species. This webinar will explore the ecology of Maine meadows and grasslands, from […]

13 Oct

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Natural Communities Visit: Meadow Wildflower Walk at Fields Pond

Goldenrods, asters, and more! Explore the fall wildflowers of the meadows at Fields Pond, and learn about how meadows are important habitats for bugs, birds, and other Maine wildlife! Free members/ $8 nonmembers   Note: this is part of Natural Communities and Seasonal Change series. Following the October 13 webinar, Meadows: Diversity in the Open […]

14 Oct

4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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Native Plants Workshop – October

Spend a day immersed in native plants, habitat gardening, and creative exploration at Maine Audubon’s Native Plants Education Center. These monthly programs combine hands-on learning with opportunities to connect more deeply with the plants and ecosystems that sustain Maine’s wildlife. $25 Member/$30 Nonmember Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions on the same day […]

17 Oct

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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