We are excited to share the news that Nick Lund will be joining the Maine Audubon team as our first Outreach & Network Manager.
Nick is a Maine native, a writer, and an experienced conservation professional. Most recently, he served as Senior Manager of the Landscape Conservation Program at the National Parks Conservation Association in Washington, DC, where he advocated for the protection of national parks from oil and gas activities. Nick also helped re-establish and lead the Washington, DC, Audubon Chapter, where he chaired the Diversity & Outreach committee. He holds a law degree from the University of Maine School of Law.
Nick has also built a large following as “The Birdist” for his humorous and insightful musings on birding and nature. Nick’s recurring “Birdist’s Rules of Birding” columns are among National Audubon’s most popular. His writing has appeared in The Washington Post, Slate, and National Geographic Online.
At Maine Audubon, Nick will focus on helping us reach new audiences and communities so we can introduce even more people to all that Maine’s wildlife and nature has to offer. Outreach is a core part of our new strategic plan, and Nick’s blend of experience makes him uniquely well-suited to lead this work. He will also continue building up important existing networks, including with our Chapters, activists, and Corporate Partners.
“Working for Maine Audubon to help connect Mainers to wildlife is an absolute dream come true,” said Nick. “I honestly can’t believe this is a real job.”
Please join us in welcoming Nick to the Maine Audubon team!
