Naturalists Program

Weekly Naturalist Walks at Borestone Mountain

Meet at the Sugar House (just a 2-minute walk up the road, past the entrance gate) for an informative walk with Maine Audubon staff & guests. Walks are approximately 1.5 hrs. in length and will highlight various aspects of the 1600 acre Borestone Mountain sanctuary. Wear sturdy footwear, bring water, and be prepared for a […]

14 Aug

10:00 am

Borestone - Elliotsville

Bodfish Valley Road, Elliotsville, ME

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Head Harbor Passage Boat Trip – Sold Out!

The narrow waterways of Head Harbor Passage pair with extreme tides to create upwellings and the famous “Old Sow” whirlpool that drives food, like krill, to the surface for birds to feed on. Beneath the surface, seals, porpoises, and whales chase after these and larger prey items. Our big target for this trip is to […]

15 Aug

Sold Out

9:00 am

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Weekly Naturalist Walks at Borestone Mountain

Meet at the Sugar House (just a 2-minute walk up the road, past the entrance gate) for an informative walk with Maine Audubon staff & guests. Walks are approximately 1.5 hrs. in length and will highlight various aspects of the 1600 acre Borestone Mountain sanctuary. Wear sturdy footwear, bring water, and be prepared for a […]

15 Aug

10:00 am

Borestone - Elliotsville

Bodfish Valley Road, Elliotsville, ME

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Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants with David Spahr

There is an abundance of wild plants, mushrooms and other natural treasures in Maine that can be foraged for food, medicinal use and other purposes. We learn about what you can find, how to differentiate the safe from the toxic, and different ways to use what you forage. Leader: David Spahr, author of Edible and […]

15 Aug

11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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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

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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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Natural Communities Visit: Kennebunk Plains in Peak Bloom

Following the Natural Communities webinar on August 19, experience the Kennebunk Plains during peak bloom, when grasses and wildflowers create a vibrant late-summer landscape. This guided walk will focus on plant identification, habitat structure, and the role of disturbance in maintaining this rare ecosystem. Participants will also learn about conservation efforts and the importance of […]

20 Aug

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Other

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Weekly Naturalist Walks at Borestone Mountain

Meet at the Sugar House (just a 2-minute walk up the road, past the entrance gate) for an informative walk with Maine Audubon staff & guests. Walks are approximately 1.5 hrs. in length and will highlight various aspects of the 1600 acre Borestone Mountain sanctuary. Wear sturdy footwear, bring water, and be prepared for a […]

21 Aug

10:00 am

Borestone - Elliotsville

Bodfish Valley Road, Elliotsville, ME

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Weekly Naturalist Walks at Borestone Mountain

Meet at the Sugar House (just a 2-minute walk up the road, past the entrance gate) for an informative walk with Maine Audubon staff & guests. Walks are approximately 1.5 hrs. in length and will highlight various aspects of the 1600 acre Borestone Mountain sanctuary. Wear sturdy footwear, bring water, and be prepared for a […]

22 Aug

10:00 am

Borestone - Elliotsville

Bodfish Valley Road, Elliotsville, ME

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Full Moon Canoe Tours Summer 2026

  Experience the sights and sounds of marsh creatures under the full moon. Watch for Willets along the bank or Snowy Egrets flying back to a nearby island for the evening. We may even see a harbor seal or a muskrat playing in the water. Canoes, paddles, and life jackets provided by Maine Audubon. *Arrive […]

25 Aug

Sold Out

6:45 pm - 8:15 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Full Moon Canoe Tours Summer 2026

  Experience the sights and sounds of marsh creatures under the full moon. Watch for Willets along the bank or Snowy Egrets flying back to a nearby island for the evening. We may even see a harbor seal or a muskrat playing in the water. Canoes, paddles, and life jackets provided by Maine Audubon. *Arrive […]

26 Aug

Sold Out

6:45 pm - 8:15 pm

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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Jordan River Preserve Guided Walks

Maine Audubon naturalists and special guests will lead monthly walks at Frenchman Bay Conservancy’s Jordan River Preserve in Trenton. The Jordan River Preserve protects 186 acres with more than a mile of shoreline, valuable tidal salt marshes, and nesting habitat for many bird species including Bobolinks and Cliff Swallows. The property includes open fields, forested […]

29 Aug

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Other

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