Workshops

Seed Collection & Processing Native Plants Workshop – October

Seed Collection & Processing This workshop introduces participants to responsible seed collection techniques, timing, and basic processing methods. We’ll explore how to identify when seeds are ready, how to collect without impacting wild populations, and how to clean and store seeds for future use. Participants will gain foundational skills for growing native plants from seed […]

17 Oct

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Native Berries Watercolor Workshop with Kristin F. Simmons

Join local artist Kristin F. Simmons as she demonstrates watercolor techniques and shows how to create a composition inspired by Maine native berries. Beginner and intermediate levels welcome. No experience needed. All materials are provided. Just show up ready to slow down, look closely, and let nature do what it does best. $40 Members/$50 Nonmembers […]

17 Oct

1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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CoastWise Professional Workshop – Freeport

Join us for a two-day, field based CoastWise workshop for road professionals where we’ll share the CoastWise Approach to achieving ecological resilience and climate- ready road crossings in tidal environments. CoastWise is a training program and resource for anyone with responsibility for planning and building road crossings in tidal wetland areas. Modeled after the statewide […]

22 Oct

8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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Seed Collection Field Experience

NEW DATE: Saturday, October 24 In this field experience you’ll learn to collect native seeds from a variety of species actively producing seed. We’ll discuss seed collection techniques and timing for some popular species that produce seed at other times of year, and we’ll think about how to collect seed ethically, without causing harm. Throughout […]

24 Oct

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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2-Day Stream Smart Phase II Workshop in Manchester, ME

A 2-day, hands on introduction to stream survey techniques and concepts associated with developing ecologically sound road/stream crossings. This class qualifies for 6 Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords Certified individuals one year of recertification. Day One will include field training on what information […]

26 Oct

8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Other

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Aquatic WILD K-12 Interdisciplinary Educator Workshop

Aquatic WILD is a hands-on interdisciplinary STEM curriculum focused on aquatic and wetland wildlife, water resources, and ecological concepts. This experiential learning workshop introduces participants to over 50 Maine-specific activities from the exclusive Aquatic WILD K-12 Curriculum & Activity Guide, only available through workshops. This resource serves as an integrating tool across all subject areas, […]

27 Oct

8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Fields Pond - Holden

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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2-Day Stream Smart Phase II Workshop in Falmouth, ME

A 2-day, hands on introduction to stream survey techniques and concepts associated with developing ecologically sound road/stream crossings. This class qualifies for 6 Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Each CEH affords Certified individuals one year of recertification. Day One will include field training on what information […]

28 Oct

8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Other

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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

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Native Plants Workshop – November

Spend a day immersed in native plants, habitat gardening, and creative exploration at Maine Audubon’s Native Plants Education Center. These monthly programs combine hands-on learning with opportunities to connect more deeply with the plants and ecosystems that sustain Maine’s wildlife. $25 Member/$30 Nonmember Sign up for both morning and afternoon sessions on the same day […]

21 Nov

9:00 am - 10:30 am

Gilsland Farm - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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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

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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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 - Falmouth

20 Gilsland Farm Road, Falmouth, ME 04105

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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

216 Fields Pond Rd. Holden, ME 04429

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