Maine Audubon’s volunteers help protect our state’s wildlife and habitat. Our volunteer corps is an integral part of what we do: we harness the talents and passions of our volunteers to increase Maine Audubon’s impact, through environmental education, conservation, and advocacy. Maine Audubon was founded by volunteers and volunteers continue to be a fundamental part of Maine Audubon’s operations, mission, and future.
We welcome individuals, families, and groups of all ages and abilities to lend a hand at one of our eight wildlife sanctuaries including at Maine Audubon headquarters at Gilsland Farm in Falmouth.
Whether you see yourself engaging with visitors, working with our educators, collecting data, or assisting in the maintenance of our beautiful sanctuaries, we have dozens of fun and educational volunteer opportunities around the state.
At Borestone Mountain:
Volunteer Spotlight: East Sangerville Grange
“Borestone Mountain Sanctuary in Elliottsville Township has for decades captivated legions of nature lovers, with its 1600-acre forest, three crystalline ponds, and breathtaking mountaintop views. Perhaps its most ardent fans, though, are a cadre of volunteers from the East Sangerville Grange in Dover-Foxcroft, who are also its most loyal caretakers. For more than 20 years (yes, 20 years!), these grangers have made it their mission to help maintain the preserve’s 100-year-old Adirondack-style log cabins, devoting countless hours of robust labor every spring and fall.” More >
At Scarborough Marsh:
Volunteers at the Marsh: Meet Brenda McGovern
“I have always loved the outdoors and being educated about nature, so I decided to join as a volunteer at the beginning of July by getting involved with the bird monitoring program. Little did I know that I would get involved in a wonderful community of nature lovers watching over the beautiful marsh I love so much with its diverse nature, significant wildlife habitat, and incredible wetlands that I appreciate and value.” More >
