If someone asked what the next new bird species to Maine would be, I wouldn't have guessed Surfbird. Probably not even with 100 guesses. But it happened. On March 20, a group from the Tin Mountain Bird Society spotted an unusual bird amongst some Ruddy Turnstones and Purple Sandpipers. That …
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Media Release: Maine Audubon Launches New Resources to Improve Road-Stream Crossings
NEWS RELEASE For Immediate Release March 23, 2015 Contact: Michelle Smith, Communications & Marketing Manager msmith@maineaudubon.org (207) 781-2330 x209 Mobile: (207) 838-0511 Maine Audubon Launches New Resources to Improve Road-Stream Crossings New training resources will be crucial as …
Action Alert! Ask the Governor to Release Land for Maine’s Future Bonds
You may have heard the news about the Land for Maine's Future program – Governor LePage has confirmed that he will not release the bond funds approved by the voters. Maine Audubon is deeply concerned that Governor LePage has refused to release voter-approved Land for Maine's Future (LMF) bonds, a …
Maine Audubon Releases Statement on Governor LePage’s Refusal to Release Land for Maine’s Future Bonds
PRESS STATEMENT For Immediate Release March 19, 2015 Contact: Michelle Smith, Communications & Marketing Manager msmith@maineaudubon.org (207) 781-2330 x209 Mobile: (207) 838-0511 Maine Audubon Releases Statement on Governor LePage's Refusal to Release Land for Maine's Future …
MEDIA ADVISORY: Senator Angus King to Unveil New Solar Panels at Maine Audubon on March 20
MEDIA ADVISORY For Immediate Release March 16, 2015 Contact: Michelle Smith, Communications & Marketing Manager msmith@maineaudubon.org (207) 781-2330 x209 Mobile: (207) 838-0511 Senator Angus King to Unveil New Solar Panels at Maine Audubon WHAT: Senator Angus King will help Maine Audubon …
Action Alert! Take this Simple Step to Protect Maine Lakes
Maine's lakes need your help. Please contact the Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) Committee members today and urge them to support the following legislation that will protect our lakes: LD 40: An Act to Protect Maine's Great Ponds (Sponsor: Senator Tom Saviello) LD 568: An Act to Protect …
The Mysteries of Crow Roosts
Have you noticed swarms of crows passing over your house, or maybe overhead while driving home in the evening? Throughout the winter, you are likely seeing American Crows as they head off to spend the evening in a communal roost. Crows are very intelligent and social. While crows spend most …
Action Alert! Protect Funding for Endangered Species in Maine
Maine Audubon Action Alert Please oppose eliminating the Chickadee Income Tax Checkoff, an important source of funding for endangered and non-game wildlife.Please contact the Taxation Committee and urge them to oppose eliminating the Chickadee Checkoff. Details Part K-48 of Governor …
Maine Audubon 2020
Spring is beginning to peek out from behind the snowbanks at Gilsland Farm. Not only are the days becoming longer, but during a recent mini-thaw, I heard birds singing in the bushes. Our gardens are still buried in thick snow, but that will soon begin to recede, and the ancient cycle of rebirth will …