NH Audubon

Maine Coast Fall Field Trip
2022-11-02 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Join trip leaders Linda Maley and Ann Ablowich looking for seabirds, raptors, and late migrating songbirds along the southern Maine coast. Meet at the Perkins Cove parking lot at 9 am. From Perkins Cove we will bird Marginal Way, Nubble Light and Seapoint Beach. Dress warmly in layers and bring water and lunch or snack.
Registration is limited to 20 and participants should be fully vaccinated. As the event nears, visit the Seacoast Chapter website for more information and to sign-up.
Contact: Linda Maley.

Birds of the Winter Coast
2023-01-14 09:00 - 12:00
Join veteran birder and former ornithology instructor Rich Aaronian to look for the birds that make the New Hampshire coast their home during the winter. The trip will start at Hampton Beach State Park and proceed up the coast as we look for loons, scoters, mergansers, grebes, shorebirds, and perhaps other specialties such as “white-winged gulls”, Horned Larks, and Snow Buntings. Dress warmly in layers and bring water and lunch or snack.
Contact: Rich Aaronian.
Registration is limited to 20 and participants should be fully vaccinated. As the event nears, visit the Seacoast Chapter website for more information and to sign-up.

Annual Surry Birds and Blooms Walk
2023-05-21 07:00 - 12:00
Sunday, May 21, 2023 from 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join local birder Dave Hoitt and wildflower enthusiast Wendy Ward on this moderate walk looking for birds and wildflowers in open field, wetland, and woodland habitats. Meet at the Surry Town Hall parking lot at 7am. The trip should end by noon. Bring field guides, binoculars, drink, snack and bug/tick repellant. Cost: free.
For more info contact weward0@yahoo.com or 603-352-0987 (Dave).

Photo: Clay-colored Sparrow, by Steve Mirick.

Jeffreys Ledge Pelagic Birding Trip
2023-05-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Rye Harbor, 1870 Ocean Blvd (Rte 1A), Rye, NH, 03870, United States
Location: Rye Harbor, NH
Monday, May 29, 8 am – 5 pm
Cost: $80 Member / $100 Non-Member
Join NH Audubon aboard MV Granite State as we explore Jeffreys Ledge, 20 miles off the New Hampshire coast. We’ll spend all day at sea, searching for pelagic seabirds, whales, dolphins, and anything else that happens to cross our course. Once you register, you will receive confirmation and further information. Participants need to meet at Rye Harbor at 7:30am for check-in and 8am departure. Minimum of 30 participants. Pre-registration required. ​
(To register for Intro to Pelagic Wildlife, see the event on May 28th)
Photo: Great Shearwater, by Amanda Boyd, USFWS

Identification and Role of Native and Non-native Shrubs as Habitat for Birds
2023-06-14 17:30 - 20:00, 2023-06-16 07:30 - 10:00
Each program will be limited to 15 participants with no repeat registrants. This event will be held entirely outdoors and will be held as long as it is not raining. Participants should bring their binoculars and clothing appropriate for the weather conditions at the time of the event (see Pickering Ponds beginner bird walk for directions).
Wednesday, June 14, 5:30-8 pm &
Friday, June 16, 7:30-10 am
at Pickering Ponds trails, Rochester
This program, by Matt Tarr of UNH Cooperative Extension, will teach you how to identify the most common native and non-native shrubs that comprise many bird habitats in NH. We will identify each shrub species, discuss how each species functions as bird habitat, and which shrubs you want to encourage on your land to benefit birds. We will also be looking and listening for birds (of course!) and sharing our tips for how to identify the birds we encounter during the program.
Contact Matt at Matt.Tarr@unh.edu with any questions.
As the event nears, visit the Seacoast Chapter website http://www.seacoastchapter.org/programs for directions and to sign-up.
Note: These events replace the June Seacoast Science Center Program.
For more information on chapter programs (and cancellations), please visit the chapter website.

Introduction to Pelagic Wildlife
2023-10-06 20:00 - 21:00 | Zoom Link, United States
Join NH Audubon for a deep dive into pelagic wildlife watching! The word pelagic references the ocean. In this webinar, we will focus on birds often seen at sea. We’ll discuss frequent and hoped-for sightings associated with NH Audubon’s biannual Pelagic Trip, which sets sail every spring and fall. Whether you’re joining us on the boat this fall, or planning a seafaring adventure of your own, this webinar will teach you the basics of identifying common pelagic birds (and whales) found off NH’s coast.
This workshop is free to all Pelagic Trip attendees.
Presenter:
NH Audubon volunteer and avid birder Jon Woolf will give an introductory webinar on Friday, October 6th, 8pm-9pm
For mobility, sensory, behavioral, or other accessibility accommodations, please contact Massabesic Center Director Kimmie Whiteman
Cost:
FREE for registered Pelagic Trip attendees
$5 for NHA Members
$6 for Non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.)
Registration Required.
NH Audubon’s ticket system utilizes PayPal to process payments. Users are not required to use PayPal to check out; a guest option is provided. PayPal is a trusted way to pay online.
Zoom links for the webinar will be sent to all participants one day before the webinar, and again one hour before the webinar.

Photo: Great Shearwater, Amanda Boyd, USFWS

Jeffreys Ledge Pelagic Birding Trip
2023-10-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Rye Harbor, 1870 Ocean Blvd (Rte 1A), Rye, NH, 03870, United States
Join NH Audubon aboard MV Granite State as we explore Jeffreys Ledge, 20 miles off the New Hampshire coast. This is an all-day expedition (between 8-10 hours at sea), departing from Rye Harbor, to look for pelagic (ocean-going) seabirds on Jeffreys Ledge, although we’ll also keep an eye out for whales and other marine life. Jeffreys Ledge is an undersea ridge running northeast from near Rockport, Massachusetts to near Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Its steep sides produce upwellings of nutrient-rich waters that produce a lot of food for seabirds and marine life.
What we will see:
From the upper deck, a person with good binoculars can scan a circle of ocean a couple of miles across, with a good chance of seeing groups of birds quite some distance away. On past fall trips, we have seen four different species of Shearwater (Great, Sooty, Cory’s, and Manx), Northern Gannets, Red-necked Phalaropes in fall plumage, Wilson’s Storm-petrel, jaegers, an array of near-shore species, and random migrants. We’ve also seen several different species of whales and dolphins, including Fin, Minke, Right, and Humpback Whales, Harbor Porpoises, Atlantic White-Sided Dolphins, and once a rare Sperm Whale on the outer edge of Jeffreys Ledge.
Presenter:
Renowned birders and NH Audubon volunteers Steve and Jane Mirick will be our group leaders, with Captain Pete Reynolds driving the boat. NH Audubon volunteer and avid birder Jon Woolf will coordinate logistics.
Join Jon Woolf for the introductory webinar, Introduction to Pelagic Wildlife, on Friday, October 6th, 8pm-9pm (free for all attendees).
For mobility, sensory, behavioral, or other accessibility accommodations, please contact Massabesic Center Director Kimmie Whiteman.
Cost:
$80 for NH Audubon members
$100 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.)
Registration Required.
NH Audubon’s ticket system utilizes PayPal to process payments. Users are not required to use PayPal to check out; a guest option is provided. PayPal is a trusted way to pay online.
Please note we have set a maximum of 50 people, to allow for comfortable spacing and an enjoyable bird-watching experience. These trips sell out quickly, and we do not run a waiting list.
This trip is weather-dependent. Final decisions on whether we can comfortably set sail will be made the day before. There are no rain dates. First priority for registration will be granted to participants from the previous tour’s weather cancellation, if applicable.
Confirmation letters, including the webinar Zoom link and information about what to bring and what to wear, will be sent to all participants after we sell out (typically in early September).
This fall, NH Audubon’s Seacoast Chapter will be running a second trip on 9/5/2023.
Photo: Corys Shearwater, Steve Mirick

Annual Surry Birds and Blooms Walk
2024-05-19 07:00 - 12:00
Join local birder Dave Hoitt and wildflower enthusiast Wendy Ward on this moderate walk looking for birds and wildflowers in open field, wetland, and woodland habitats. Meet at the Surry Town Hall parking lot at 7:00 am. The trip should end by noon. Bring field guides, binoculars, drink, snack and bug/tick repellant. Cost: free.
For more info contact Dave at weward0@yahoo.com or 603-352-0987.

Photo: Clay-colored Sparrow, by Steve Mirick.

Jeffrey's Ledge Pelagic Birding Trip
2025-05-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Rye Harbor, 1870 Ocean Blvd (Rte 1A), Rye, NH, 03870, United States
Join NH Audubon aboard MV Granite State as we explore Jeffreys Ledge, 20 miles off the New Hampshire coast. This is an all-day expedition (between 8-10 hours at sea), departing from Rye Harbor, to look for pelagic (ocean-going) seabirds on Jeffreys Ledge, although we’ll also keep an eye out for whales and other marine life. Jeffreys Ledge is an undersea ridge running northeast from near Rockport, Massachusetts to near Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Its steep sides produce upwellings of nutrient-rich waters that produce a lot of food for seabirds and marine life.
What we will see: From the upper deck, a person with good binoculars can scan a circle of ocean a couple of miles across, with a good chance of seeing groups of birds quite some distance away. On past fall trips, we have seen four different species of Shearwater (Great, Sooty, Cory’s, and Manx), Northern Gannets, Red-necked Phalaropes in fall plumage, Wilson’s Storm-petrel, jaegers, an array of near-shore species, and random migrants. We’ve also seen several different species of whales and dolphins, including Fin, Minke, Right, and Humpback Whales, Harbor Porpoises, Atlantic White-Sided Dolphins, and once a rare Sperm Whale on the outer edge of Jeffreys Ledge.
Presenter: Renowned birders and NH Audubon volunteers Steve and Jane Mirick will be our group leaders, with Captain Pete Reynolds driving the boat. NH Audubon volunteer and avid birder Jon Woolf will coordinate logistics.
For mobility, sensory, behavioral, or other accessibility accommodations, please contact Slater Roosa.
Cost: $80 for NH Audubon members; $100 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.)
Registration Required. NH Audubon’s ticket system utilizes PayPal to process payments. Users are not required to use PayPal to check out; a guest option is provided. PayPal is a trusted way to pay online.
Please note we have set a maximum of 50 people, to allow for comfortable spacing and an enjoyable bird-watching experience. These trips sell out quickly, and we do not run a waiting list.
This trip is weather-dependent. Final decisions on whether we can comfortably set sail will be made the day before. There are no rain dates. First priority for registration will be granted to participants from the previous tour’s weather cancellation, if applicable.
Confirmation letters, including the webinar Zoom link and information about what to bring and what to wear, will be sent to all participants after we sell out (typically in early May).
Please review NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver before registering.
Cover photo of a Cory’s Shearwater by Steve Mirick.

Nature Challenge Outing--Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge
2025-06-22 09:00 - 12:00
Join us for an outing at Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge on Sunday, June 22 from 9am-noon. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the refuge as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leader: Dave Govatski, Naturalist
Meet at the overlook parking lot on the east side of the marsh: 32 Dylan Ct., Whitefield, NH 03598.
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.
Visit the Pondicherry Sanctuary page on our website to learn more about the refuge.

Nature Challenge Outing--Farley Meadow
2025-06-22 13:30 - 16:00
Join us for an outing at Farley Meadow in Nashua on Sunday, June 22 from 1:30-4pm. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the sanctuary as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leaders: Nashua Conservation Commission
Meet at Nashua Church of Christ parking lot at 97 Farley Road, Nashua..
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.

Nature Challenge Outing--Hebron Marsh
2025-06-23 14:00 - 16:00
Join us for an outing at Hebron Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary on Monday, June 23 from 2-4pm. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the sanctuary as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leader: Devin Guilfoyle, Educator
Meet at Ash Cottage, 50 N Shore Road, Hebron.
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.
Visit the Hebron Marsh Sanctuary page on our website to learn more about the sanctuary.

Nature Challenge Outing--Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary
2025-06-24 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for an outing at Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary on Tuesday, June 24 from 10am-noon. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the sanctuary as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leader: Heather McKendry, Sanctuary Steward
Meet at the NH Audubon kiosk at the corner of Route 153 and Horseleg Hill Road in Madison.
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.
Visit the Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary webpage to learn more about the property.

Nature Challenge Outing--McLane Center Dragonfly Tour
2025-06-25 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for an outing at the McLane Center in Concord on Wednesday, June 25 from 10am-noon. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the sanctuary as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leader: Pam Hunt, Biologist
Meet at the pollinator meadow at 84 Silk Farm Road.
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.
Visit the Silk Farm Wildlife Sanctuary webpage to learn more about the property.

Nature Challenge Outing--Deering Wildlife Sanctuary--Rescheduled TBD
2025-06-25 12:00 - 14:00
This outing is being rescheduled – date and time TBD.
Join us for an outing at Deering Wildlife Sanctuary on Wednesday, June 25 from noon-2pm. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the sanctuary as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leader: Diane De Luca, Biologist
Meet at the lower parking lot on Clement Hill Road in Deering.
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.
Visit the Deering Wildlife Sanctuary webpage to learn more about the property.

Nature Challenge Outing--Bellamy River Wildlife Sanctuary
2025-06-26 11:00 - 13:00
Join us for an outing at Bellamy River Wildlife Sanctuary on Thursday, June 26 from 11am-1pm. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the sanctuary as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leaders: Anita Fernandez and Dyanna Smith
Meet at the parking area just before 133 Bayview Road in Dover (right side of the road)..
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.
Visit the Bellamy River Wildlife Sanctuary webpage to learn more about the property.

Nature Challenge Outing--Massabesic Center
2025-06-28 10:00 - 13:00
Join us for an outing at the Massabesic Center in Auburn on Saturday, June 28 from 10am-1pm. Bring your smart phones to log observations on the sanctuary as part of the week-long Nature Challenge.
This is free to participate, but please RSVP by emailing Anita Fernandez.
Leader: Tracey Brunner, Ecologist
Meet in front of the center at 26 Audubon Way in Auburn.
See the Nature Challenge webpage for full details on the project.
Visit the Massabesic Wildlife Sanctuary webpage to learn more about the property.

Jeffrey's Ledge Pelagic Birding Trip
2025-10-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Rye Harbor, 1870 Ocean Blvd (Rte 1A), Rye, NH, 03870, United States
*Trip date rescheduled to Monday, October 13 (original date October 12)*
Join NH Audubon aboard MV Granite State as we explore Jeffreys Ledge, 20 miles off the New Hampshire coast. This is an all-day expedition (between 8-10 hours at sea), departing from Rye Harbor, to look for pelagic (ocean-going) seabirds on Jeffreys Ledge, although we’ll also keep an eye out for whales and other marine life. Jeffreys Ledge is an undersea ridge running northeast from near Rockport, Massachusetts to near Cape Elizabeth, Maine. Its steep sides produce upwellings of nutrient-rich waters that produce a lot of food for seabirds and marine life.
What we will see: From the upper deck, a person with good binoculars can scan a circle of ocean a couple of miles across, with a good chance of seeing groups of birds quite some distance away. On past fall trips, we have seen four different species of Shearwater (Great, Sooty, Cory’s, and Manx), Northern Gannets, Red-necked Phalaropes in fall plumage, Wilson’s Storm-petrel, jaegers, an array of near-shore species, and random migrants. We’ve also seen several different species of whales and dolphins, including Fin, Minke, Right, and Humpback Whales, Harbor Porpoises, Atlantic White-Sided Dolphins, and once a rare Sperm Whale on the outer edge of Jeffreys Ledge.
Presenter: Renowned birders and NH Audubon volunteers Steve and Jane Mirick will be our group leaders, with Captain Pete Reynolds driving the boat. NH Audubon volunteer and avid birder Jon Woolf will coordinate logistics.
For mobility, sensory, behavioral, or other accessibility accommodations, please contact Devin Guilfoyle.
Cost: $80 for NH Audubon members; $100 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.)
Registration Required. NH Audubon’s ticket system utilizes PayPal to process payments. Users are not required to use PayPal to check out; a guest option is provided. PayPal is a trusted way to pay online.
Please note we have set a maximum of 50 people, to allow for comfortable spacing and an enjoyable bird-watching experience. These trips sell out quickly, and we do not run a waiting list.
This trip is weather-dependent. Final decisions on whether we can comfortably set sail will be made the day before. There are no rain dates. First priority for registration will be granted to participants from the previous tour’s weather cancellation, if applicable.
Confirmation letters, including the webinar Zoom link and information about what to bring and what to wear, will be sent to all participants after we sell out (typically in August).
Please review NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver before registering.
Cover photo of a Cory’s Shearwater by Steve Mirick.
