It's hard to be optimistic about the arrival of spring in just 17 days when there is another 3-5 inches of snow in the forecast for this evening. However, we have seen some ‘warmer' days over the past week that presented some welcome (though not-so-charismatic) signs of spring: Snow …
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It’s Winter in Maine! Why do I see Robins and Bluebirds?
My phone has been off the hook lately and most calls go like this: “There are robins (or bluebirds) in my yard! Did they forget to migrate? How will they survive? What can I do to save them?!?” Quick Answer: Don't worry, they are fine. American Robins are not a sign of spring in Maine and have no …
Action Alert! Protect our Public Lands & Prevent Mining Pollution
Maine Audubon Action Alert Please join us at the State House on Wednesday, February 25, 2015. It is a very big day and we really need your help. The Environment and Natural Resources Committee will hold a public hearing on the Maine Department of Environmental Protection's bad mining rules. In …
Why Taxing Nonprofits is a Bad Idea
The Background Like many other nonprofits, Maine Audubon does not pay property taxes to municipalities for the conservation lands it owns. Governor LePage wants to change that. His proposal to allow municipalities to impose property taxes on real estate owned by nonprofits is bad for conservation, …
Action Alert! Speak Out Against the Governor’s Proposal to Tax Nonprofits
Maine Audubon Action Alert Please speak out against the Governor's proposal to tax nonprofit organizations. The Appropriations and Financials Affairs Committee, together with the Taxation Committee, is holding a public hearing on the proposal require nonprofits to pay property tax. When: Thursday, …
Love Birds
With Valentine's Day just a few days away, it seems fitting to discuss love this week. Here are a few fun facts about some of Maine's lovebirds: "Birds Mate for Life" Let's start by debunking a big misconception: “Birds mate for life.” The simple answer is no, they do not. Polygamy, in the …
MEDIA RELEASE: Maine Audubon to Release New Children’s Book at Winter Carnival February 14
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release February 3, 2015 Contact: Michelle Smith, Communications & Marketing Manager msmith@maineaudubon.org (207) 781-2330 x209 Mobile: (207) 838-0511 Maine Audubon to Release New Children's Book at Winter Carnival February 14 ‘A Snowy Owl Story' is published in …
National Audubon’s New Website
As we've gone through the first classes of our Birding Basics series this year, I've enjoyed looking for and sharing resources that I think will be helpful for new or beginner birders. One of these resources was just released - a new website from National Audubon and here are some of the things you …
Winter Wildlife Tracks
Even when it seems like there is not much wildlife to see in the winter, there are often signs left behind of many of the animals that are active during the cold months. These signs, typically tracks, are usually more obvious in fresh snow so there should be some good opportunities this week to look …