I was there. Fifty years ago. The first Earth Day. April 22, 1970. I was a freshman in high school and a small group of my friends and I were anxiously waiting to see if anyone would show up at the new recycling center we had just set up in the back parking lot at our school. For months …
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Thanks to our volunteers during National Volunteer Week
It's National Volunteer Week (April 19 through 25, 2020). Every day, but especially during this week, Maine Audubon would like to recognize the hundreds of friends who support us with nearly ten thousand hours of volunteer time throughout the year. We deeply appreciate the commitment that these …
Connections: What Bird Feeder Should I Use?
Last month we shared with you some great tips on what bird seed to use and why (CONNECTIONS: What Bird Seed Should I Use?) What we didn't tell you is what type of bird feeders you should put that seed in! So, here are some helpful tips on the different types of feeders and the types of seed that …
Swap Your Lead for New Fishing Tackle!
Since we all have a bit more time at home these days, why not get the lead out of your tackle boxes? Beginning April 1, Maine Audubon and Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife are partnering with local retailers to provide $10 store vouchers to anglers who turn in at least one ounce …
Maine Audubon Comments on DEP Draft Order for NECEC project
In early March, the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) issued a draft order approving Central Maine Power's (CMP) New England Clean Energy Connect (NECEC) project with conditions, requiring CMP to agree to significant, additional actions to minimize and compensate for the project's …
Family Fun Connections: Spotting Differences
Have you ever had the experience of learning to recognize a new plant or bird species, only to realize that you've been crossing paths with it on a regular basis for years without realizing it? Getting to know our plant and animal neighbors is a lifelong endeavor, but it can begin with learning to …
Elementary Connections: Spring Amphibians
What amphibians can be seen and heard this time of year? Where can they be found? How does their life cycle begin? This fun video by Nat Wheelwright introduces us to the timeline of frogs calling and breeding in Maine, starting with the Wood Frogs and Spring Peepers that are currently out and …
Connections: In Search of Bigfoot…
Nature In The Middle (grades 6-8) This Week's Topic: In Search of Bigfoot… Ok, spoiler alert. Bigfoot isn't real; or at least I've not seen any credible scientific evidence to support its existence. Sorry to be a party pooper! I'll admit that the idea of a creature like Bigfoot existing …
Connections: Woodcock Displays
Maine Audubon's mission is to conserve Maine's wildlife and wildlife habitat by engaging people in education, conservation, and action. Today, that mission seems more important than ever. Our educators, scientists, advocates, and naturalists are committed to keeping you connected to the natural …