Talks

September 2026

Pelagic Primer – Online

Prepare for our annual pelagic trip coming up this weekend with an overview of the birds we hope to see and info on pelagic birding. Birding from a boat can be tough, often with quick or distant views, so join our naturalist, Doug Hitchcox, for an evening Zoom presentation on how best to prepare for […]
10 Sep
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Online
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Nocturnal by Nature Series with Deborah Perkins

Join wildlife ecologist Deborah Perkins for a three-part evening lecture and guided walk exploring some of Maine’s most fascinating nocturnal and crepuscular wildlife. Each session begins with a short indoor presentation, followed by a walk at Gilsland Farm to observe and listen for wildlife in real time. The series will focus on fireflies, bats, and […]
16 Sep
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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Maine Bird Atlas front cover image

Maine Bird Atlas Final Presentation – Online

The Maine Bird Atlas was a collaborative effort led by Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, with major contributions from Maine Natural History Observatory, Maine Audubon, Biodiversity Research Institute, and thousands of volunteers. The atlas is not only a bird book, it represents one of the largest natural history collaborations ever undertaken in Maine. […]
16 Sep
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Online
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Wild Mushroom Foraging at Fields Pond

Join author David Spahr on a journey through the world of fungi. Time will be spent both indoors and outdoors learning about mushroom identification, folklore, collecting, and cooking. David’s book will be available for purchase. Be prepared for a moderate amount of physical activity while outdoors. Leader: David Spahr, Author of Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms […]
19 Sep
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Fields Pond - Holden
216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429
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Luna Moth

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
Online
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October 2026
Chicken of the Woods mushroom at Gilsland Farm

Mushroom Class and Walk with North Spore

Louis Giller from North Spore will provide an introduction to the mycological world of Maine, with a focus on edible mushrooms. The class will cover basic biology and foraging practices, then we’ll head into the forest and scan for mushrooms. The first half hour or so of class will be devoted to covering basic fungal […]
18 Oct
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Gilsland Farm - Falmouth
20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
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State House Augusta

Reducing Rodenticides – Online

Join Maine Audubon on October 22 at 6 pm to learn about the impacts of rodenticides and the non-chemical rodent control options available for homeowners. This webinar will feature a panel of experts who will share their expertise and perspective on this issue followed by a Q&A session. This program will be recorded and made […]
22 Oct
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Online
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