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August 2020
Field Trip: Scarborough Marsh
Scarborough Marsh encompasses Maine’s largest expanse of salt marsh. This trip we will seek those earliest of migrants, shorebirds from the Arctic tundra. Owned and managed by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, the 3,100 acre estuary comprises tidal marsh, salt creeks, freshwater marsh, and uplands. Waterfowl, egrets, herons, glossy ibis and many species of shorebirds depend on this rich ecosystem for food, a place to rest during migration, and nesting habitat. The marsh is also an excellent…
Find out more »Field Trip: Pine Point & Scarborough Marsh
Hopefully, we will find the second migrating shorebird wave with this double header. We'll be seeking sandpipers and plovers at this lure for shorebirds seeking to fatten up for the long flight south. These areas also offer fine viewing of waterfowl and wading birds. Pine Point is where the Scarborough River empties into the Atlantic ocean. Scarborough Marsh encompasses Maine’s largest expanse of salt marsh. We will depart Damariscotta Hannaford at 7 am. We welcome birders of all skill levels. We'll enjoy…
Find out more »September 2020
Lobster Bake????
Hello fellow bird and lobster enthusiasts! In order to keep everyone involved with the Hog Island Audubon Camp safe during the COVID-19 pandemic they’ve decided to cancel their summer camp programming for 2020. This means that our annual lobster bake cannot be held there either. So far we haven't come up with a good alternative. So stay tuned for updates... ***************************************************** Mid-Coast Audubon invites everyone to its annual lobster bake fundraiser at Hog Island Audubon camp with members of the…
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