Butterflies are one of the most beautiful elements of the natural world, and scientists recognize that they can also serve as an important indicator of ecosystem health. NH Audubon is partnering with NH Fish and Game and the North American Butterfly Association (NABA) to collect long-term data on butterflies in the Concord region and beyond. We welcome public participation, and while knowledge of butterflies is a plus, it is not necessary. Join us for these amazing opportunities to learn and participate in butterfly conservation.

Capital Area Butterfly Survey: Join NH Audubon and fellow butterfly enthusiasts at the McLane Center in Concord to help survey butterflies in the capital area! Whether you’re an expert or just curious, there’s a role for everyone (and each team will be paired with an expert). Helping navigate different observation spots, assisting with species identification, snapping photos for post-event verification, or recording data for your team are all valuable contributions to this project. This butterfly count has been held since 2021. (Rain date 7/26 from 9am-3pm.)

Participation in both training and survey events is free of charge. By attending this event, you and anyone you register on behalf of agree to NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver. For more information, please contact Lindsay Herlihy at LHerlihy@nhaudubon.org.

The North American Butterfly Association (NABA) organizes the counts and publishes their annual reports. For more information on NABA and the Count Program, please send a self-addressed, stamped business envelope to: NABA, 4 Delaware Road, Morristown, NJ 07960. Or check out their website at www.naba.org.