Walks

Thursday Bird Walks at Gilsland Farm

Join us for a weekly bird walk at Gilsland Farm, led by Maine Audubon’s Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox and others. Meet in the parking lot, in front of the Visitor Center, where we’ll begin a slow walk around the property to look and listen for birds using Gilsland’s diverse habitats. Free, no registration required. The […]

03 Sep

7:00 am - 9:00 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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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

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Wednesday Bird Walks at Scarborough Marsh

Join Noah Gibb for a walk searching for birds in this unique habitat. Whether you are looking for sparrows, wading birds, or maybe that new rare bird, this walk is for you. All levels are welcome. Binoculars are available to borrow. Participants will meet at the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center and may go to spots […]

09 Sep

8:00 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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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 […]

09 Sep

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Thursday Bird Walks at Gilsland Farm

Join us for a weekly bird walk at Gilsland Farm, led by Maine Audubon’s Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox and others. Meet in the parking lot, in front of the Visitor Center, where we’ll begin a slow walk around the property to look and listen for birds using Gilsland’s diverse habitats. Free, no registration required. The […]

10 Sep

7:00 am - 9:00 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Biodiversity Power Hours

Join Maine Audubon staff for an hour of community science to help us monitor changes at Gilsland Farm this fall. Record observations using iNaturalist to help us survey plants, birds, insects, and other wildlife in a section of the sanctuary. Arrive at 7:30 am for instruction using the iNaturalist app, or join at 8 am […]

11 Sep

7:30 am - 9:00 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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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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Wednesday Bird Walks at Scarborough Marsh

Join Noah Gibb for a walk searching for birds in this unique habitat. Whether you are looking for sparrows, wading birds, or maybe that new rare bird, this walk is for you. All levels are welcome. Binoculars are available to borrow. Participants will meet at the Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center and may go to spots […]

16 Sep

8:00 am

Scarborough Marsh

92 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074

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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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Thursday Bird Walks at Gilsland Farm

Join us for a weekly bird walk at Gilsland Farm, led by Maine Audubon’s Staff Naturalist Doug Hitchcox and others. Meet in the parking lot, in front of the Visitor Center, where we’ll begin a slow walk around the property to look and listen for birds using Gilsland’s diverse habitats. Free, no registration required. The […]

17 Sep

7:00 am - 9:00 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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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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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 […]

21 Sep

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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