Seniors are invited to NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center to experience a private tour of the Demonstration Gardens. Join us for this special guided meander on our All Persons Trail through native pollinator gardens, including a monarch waystation, bird-friendly gardens, vegetable and herb gardens, and a rain garden. You will also enjoy our luscious Wedding Garden […]
Pickering Ponds Nest Walk – Saturday, May 30th 7 am–12 pm Join us as we look for nests and other evidence of breeding birds on the trails around the ponds and along the Cocheco River. Meet at the Pickering Ponds parking area at 7:00 AM. The entrance is about a mile south of the Rochester […]
Join us for an intimate guided tour of the gardens at the Massabesic Center in Auburn. We will lead you on a fun ramble of the grounds, and dig into the history, upkeep, and future of each of our unique garden spaces. You’ll learn about NH Audubon’s partnership with the University of New Hampshire Extension’s […]
Visit the Massabesic Center to meet the people who are outstanding in their fields and know all the dirt. No need to herb your enthusiasm! Bring your pressing questions about plants, find your inner peas, discover inspiration for laying down roots at home, or just dig the blooms! Our volunteer team of University of New […]
The importance of native pollinators has gained a lot of attention lately. Learn about who they are, why they’re important and how you can attract and support them all year long in your own backyard. This presentation will include an overview of gardening for pollinators whether you’re a new or seasoned gardener. Presenter: Stacey Scaccia, […]
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. […]
Behind the Scenes Habitat Management At Odiorne Point State Park - Wednesday, June 10 Odiorne Point State Park is not only a favorite birding Hot Spot, it is also where one of the largest and most successful invasive plant control projects in NH has been improving habitat for birds and other wildlife. During this program, […]
Join NH Audubon Lands Director Colby Fong and long-time volunteer Jack Swatt on a journey through the history of the American Chestnut, once called the "Redwood of the East." These trees, a dominant staple of New England forests, fell to an imported blight fungus, and efforts are underway to restore them to the forests of […]
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. […]
Piscassic Greenway, Neal Mill Rd, Newmarket, June 19th 8:00 am Join trip leader Juli Tyson to revisit the trail between Newfields and Newmarket and see what changes June has brought to the area. Please see the April 17th trip for a full description. The trip is limited to 20 participants. As the trip nears, please […]
Birds & Butterflies of Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge - Saturday, June 20th 8:00 am Join Steve Mirick and explore the birds and butterflies (weather permitting!) of the refuge and adjacent areas. Be prepared for a long, but level walk and the possibility of biting insects. Meet at 8:00 AM at the trailhead for the Cherry Pond […]
The Return of the Oystercatcher: Saving Birds to Save the Planet - Wednesday, July 8 At a time when the news for birds (for the planet!) has rarely seemed more grim, there is reason for hope. Despite the odds today, all around the world people are actually reviving bird populations, providing a roadmap for wider […]
