Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30 8-weeks, starting January 10 (no class on February 21) Advanced registration is encouraged! Drop-ins are welcome if space is available, please call ahead. Young children and their grown-ups are invited to join our team of Educator Naturalists to explore nature …
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Find Your Sanctuary
Sanctuary (noun): a place of refuge. One of the top things we can do for ourselves in these stressful times is to go outside (masked and distanced of course). Human beings need to step away from the news, from our daily pressures, and reconnect with nature. Educator Richard Louv said “Now, more …
Connections: Virtual field trip to Scarborough Marsh
This spring, schools were not able to take field trips to Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center. So the center's director, Maine Audubon educator Linda Woodard, created a virtual field trip with the help of three third-grade students from Wentworth School in Scarborough. Watch as they explore the marsh …
Connections: Observation Conversation 2
At the beginning of April, Early Childhood Education Program Manager Molly Woodring and Youth Programs Manager Catherine Griset had an Observation Conservation, where they shared tips on close observation of wildlife, making a “sit spot,” tools they use, surprises they have seen looking out their …
Connections: Nature’s Reading List
Looking for ways for you and your family to stay connected to nature during this time of social distancing? While getting outside and exploring is certainly the best way to experience nature, sometimes that just isn't possible. So, grab a book and take in some nature that way. There are many …
Connections: Mast Landing scavenger hunt
Mast Landing Audubon Sanctuary is a little gem right outside of downtown Freeport. It's often overlooked but is a great place for a short family-friendly walk. If you have a chance to visit, see if you can spot any of these things below! This is an action scavenger hunt, in which you are challenged …
Connections: A Blanding’s Turtle Story Walk
It's almost time to start watching for turtles crossing the road. As turtles emerge from their winter brumation (the reptile and amphibian version of hibernation), they look for places to lay eggs. One way to learn about this is to read A Blanding's Turtle Story, a picture book written by Melissa …
Connections: Observation Conversation
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 …
Connections: Make a literary nature snapshot. Today. With us. Now.
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 …