Workshops

Stream Smart Phase I Introductory Workshop – Ellsworth

Join us to learn about: the value of free-flowing streams; the regulations that are applicable when working on road/stream crossings; the principles of building Stream Smart crossings; the costs and benefits of Stream Smart crossings; and where to look for funding. We will be in the classroom from 8:30 am-12:30 pm. Maine Audubon works with […]

12 Nov

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Other

View Detail

Seed Sowing Workshop

Join Maine Audubon for a hands-on workshop to learn how to grow native plants from seed using the natural process of winter sowing. Participants will explore the benefits of starting native wildflowers and grasses from seed, discover simple techniques for success, and create their own take-home seeds in containers to nurture through the winter. This […]

21 Nov

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Gilsland Farm Native Plants Education Center - Falmouth

View Detail

Natural Communities: Fall Tree and Shrub ID

Take the challenge to learn trees and shrubs without leaves. Join a naturalist and explore the signs of plant life as species reach senescence, including twig and bark ID. Discussion will include how fallen leaves are critical for healthy winter forest ecology. Free members/ $8 Nonmembers Sat, Nov. 21, 12:30-2 pm Note: this is part […]

21 Nov

12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

View Detail

Native Plants Textile Collage Workshop with Judy Gates

Using the watercolors created by Catherine Fubish, an American botanist who collected, classified and illustrated the native flora of Maine in the 1800 and 1900s, we’ll create collages of native wildflowers. You’ll have several species to choose from. Starting with a pencil outline, small snips of different fabrics are layered and held in place temporarily […]

21 Nov

1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Gilsland Farm Visitor Center - Falmouth

View Detail

Holiday Wreathmaking Workshop at Fields Pond

‘Tis the season! In this festive two-hour class, you’ll learn to make your own balsam holiday wreath from scratch with Jessica Steele. Working on a 12″ ring, you’ll build a full, fragrant balsam base and accent it with other natural beauties like white pine and cedar, then finish it off with a 2.5″ ribbon bow. […]

28 Nov

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

View Detail

Holiday Gnome Workshop at Fields Pond

Get into the holiday spirit by creating beautiful handmade gifts from fresh natural evergreens! In this fun, hands-on workshop, you’ll make a whimsical 3-foot holiday gnome using balsam, fir, and white pine over a tomato cage frame, complete with a festive hat and nose. This eye-catching gnome makes a wonderful decoration for your front porch […]

28 Nov

1:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

View Detail

Bird Feeder Workshop at Fields Pond

In the spirit of the holiday season, join Maine Audubon in making birdseed cookies during this DIY workshop! Participants will learn about the history of bird feeders, prepare a birdseed cookie, and learn about common backyard bird species. This workshop is a family-friendly event and a great introduction to bird feeders and bird identification. Birdseed […]

05 Dec

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

View Detail

Seed Sowing Workshop at Fields Pond

Join Maine Audubon for a hands-on workshop to learn how to grow native plants from seed using the natural process of winter sowing. Participants will explore the benefits of starting native wildflowers, grasses, and shrubs from seed, discover simple techniques for success, and create their own take-home seeds in containers to nurture through the winter. […]

09 Jan

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

View Detail