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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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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

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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

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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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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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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

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Oak Forests: Exploring Maine’s Woodland Communities – Webinar

As autumn gives way to winter, Maine forests enter a season of remarkable ecological activity. Join Maine Audubon’s Native Plants Program for an exploration of the woodland communities that sustain wildlife through the colder months. From acorn-rich oak-pine forests to northern hardwood stands, hemlock groves, and cedar swamps, each forest community offers unique food resources […]

17 Nov

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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