Party Animals Exhibit
2026-04-22 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-24 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-25 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-29 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-30 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-01 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-02 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Party Animals by Bethany Clarke
This exhibit runs at the McLane Center in Concord from March 11-May 2, 2026.
Description: Handprinted linocuts featuring an array of native New Hampshire plants and animals. The images are all initially sketched by hand and then transferred onto linoleum blocks. They are then carved with a blade. For printing, the blocks are rolled with ink, and paper is pressed onto them with a barren and body weight. When pulled up, the paper includes a reverse image of the block. All prints have natural variances in tone due to human touch, which is what makes them special.

Art exhibit viewing access may be restricted during private event rentals. Calling ahead to confirm is recommended.
Bio: Bethany is a public school teacher and linocut printmaker living in Concord. Her prints feature a whimsical array of plants and animals native to New Hampshire. In addition to printing on paper, she upcycles thrifted clothing with hand-printed patches and scrap quilted appliqué pieces. Her studio is in her basement, where her two cats like to assist in the creative process.

The Wildlife and Landscape of New England Exhibit
2026-04-22 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-24 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-25 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-29 11:00 - 17:00 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
The Wildlife and Landscape of New England by Jason Davini
This exhibit runs at the Massabesic Center in Auburn from March 5-April 29, 2026.
Description: This show will feature the landscapes and animals that Jason has come across over the decades of his picture-taking. From Sunrises at the beaches and mountains, to the smallest animals, Jason has almost seen it all. Each picture was taken by Jason, after countless hours of waiting for the perfect moment.
Examples of Jason’s photography. (Click to enlarge.)
Art exhibit viewing access may be restricted during private event rentals. Calling ahead to confirm is recommended.
Bio: Jason is a Manchester native, but he often leaves the city to venture into the wild to pursue his passion. Jason’s specialty is photographing native wildlife, plants, and scenery, often spending countless hours patiently waiting for the moment when perfect light arrives, or his wary subject finally presents itself. And when the subject and light arrive at the same time, Jason’s eye for his art comes alive. With an eye for detail and beauty often gone unseen by others, Jason is able to capture a moment frozen in time and space – a most magical moment for all to enjoy. Jason specializes in nature photography but is also available for events or photo shoots of your choosing.
Jason Davini’s Photography: 603.660.4977; Jason.pinkfloydfan@gmail.com

Birding Outing at Deering Wildlife Sanctuary
2026-04-24 08:00 - 10:00 | Deering Wildlife Sanctuary, Clement Hill Road, Deering, NH, 03244, United States
Join NH Audubon for a birding outing at Deering Wildlife Sanctuary!
This is an informal birding outing that will meet at the Deering Wildlife Sanctuary parking lot and explore along the trails with NH Audubon biologist, Diane De Luca. All ages and skill levels of birders are welcome. If you are new to birding, come and learn the basics! If you are an avid birder, come to learn new techniques, network with other birders, or share your expertise with the group.
At this time of year, we are focused on spring phenology – the cyclical changes we observe across the seasons – and will take note of migratory species, budding and blooming plants, and more! Fox Pond has been known to be a haven for species such as Eastern Bluebirds, Great Crested Flycatchers, Wood Ducks, and Hooded Mergansers.
This is a free event. Please dress for the weather, with sturdy shoes. Expect to walk between 1-2 miles over uneven trails through grassy and wooded terrain. Trails may be soggy or muddy in the rainy season. Dogs are not allowed on this walk. This site does not have bathroom access. Please contact Lauren Betz with any questions.
By attending this event, you and anyone you register on behalf of agree to NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver.

Dawn Bird Walk field trip with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-04-25 04:00 - 08:00 | NH
Dawn Bird Walk – Saturday, April 25th 4:00 am
Join our always popular search for owls and sunrise birds. Meet at 4 am (!) at the Mill Road Plaza parking lot in Durham. Be prepared for a long, and possibly a bit wet, but leisurely walk through the woods. Wear appropriate footwear and bring insect repellent. Contact: Steve Mirick at smirick@comcast.net or 603-661-7703. The trip should end by approximately 8:00 AM. This field trip will be limited to 20 participants
As the trip nears, please visit this website to sign up.

Bob Hull Memorial Bluebird Walk field trip with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-04-25 08:00 - 11:00 | NH
Bob Hull Memorial Bluebird Walk – Saturday, April 25th 8:00 am
Help trip leader David Blezard clean out bluebird boxes, look for early migrants and lingering winter birds, and get yourself in the mood for spring.
Each year, volunteers join together on a field trip to repair and maintain Bluebird boxes throughout Durham in honor of Bob Hull and his wife Sheila. Bob maintained, replaced, and installed countless Bluebird boxes in Durham. Each year we honor these two beloved members of the Seacoast chapter by carrying on their work in maintaining and repairing these boxes.
During our annual trip we visit many locations where Bob originally installed boxes. We replace those in need of replacing, fix what we can, and clean out the boxes. We also search for early spring migrants. Birds we frequently see on the trip include Eastern Bluebird, Brown Creeper, Pileated Woodpecker, Fox Sparrow, Wilson’s Snipe, American Kestrel, Killdeer, and much, much more!
It can also be interesting to dissect the nests of bluebirds and the other birds that use these nest boxes. The trip provides great opportunities to connect with chapter members and is a favorite of many!
Meet at the Mill Rd Plaza in Durham at 8:00. Contact: David Blezard dblezard@mac.com or call 603-343-1223. Registration is not required.

Kwaks/Smith Sisters Wildlife Sanctuary field trip with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-04-30 08:00 - 10:00 | NH
Kwaks/Smith Sisters Wildlife Sanctuary – Thursday, April 30th 8:00 am
Join New Hampshire Audubon President Doug Bechtel in exploring the Kwaks/Smith Sisters Wildlife Sanctuary in Newmarket. We will look for early spring migratory song birds and learn a bit about the plants and habitats that make the Kwaks Sanctuary an important part of the Follett’s Brook Watershed. Meet at 8:00 AM at the parking lot (next to #332 Wadleigh Falls Rd). Contact Holly Bauer at hbauer_106@comcast.net with questions. The trip is limited to 30 participants.
As the trip nears, please visit this website to sign up.

Bellamy River Wildlife Management Area beginner bird walk with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-05-03 07:00 - 09:00 | NH
Bellamy River Wildlife Management Area – Sunday, May 3rd 7 am
With fields, woodlands, tidal creeks, wetlands, and shoreline along the river, the 400-acre Bellamy River WMA has been home to over 140 species of birds in May alone. Join trip leader James Smith to seek out some of those permanent residents, migrants, and summer visitor breeding birds. Meet in the parking lot at the end of the dirt entrance road off of Old Garrison Road in Dover. Contact James Smith at jamesdanielsmith04@gmail.com with questions. The trip will be limited to 15 participants.
As the trip nears, please visit this website to sign up.

Monarch Waystations Session One: Practical Conservation for an At-risk Native Pollinator
2026-05-03 14:00 - 15:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
The Monarch is a formerly abundant butterfly species that has experienced dramatic and widespread declines since the early 1990’s. Conservation efforts are underway across the US to understand and take action to stop this decline. In this three-part program series, participants will learn about Monarch natural history, conservation concerns, and how to create valuable habitat for Monarchs and other native pollinators in their own backyard. With the support of NH Audubon staff, each participant will be coached through designing a Monarch Waystation that they can plant in their own yard, neighborhood, or workplace. Waystations are patches of habitat containing native plantings to support Monarch butterflies through their full annual cycle. Such native plantings also have direct benefits to other pollinator species.
The three sessions of this program will cover the following topics and activities:
Session 1: Overview of Monarch natural history and conservation, including:

Life cycle
Habitat requirements
Seasonal migration
Threats to Monarch populations
Conservation strategies
NOTE: This session is classroom-based and will be held in the PSNH Room at the McLane Center. These facilities are accessible to people with all levels of mobility.

Session 2: Monarch Waystation tour

Review life cycle and habitat requirements for each life stage
Identify host plant species for larva
Identify nectar plant species for adults
Discuss nontarget benefits to native pollinators
Explore garden design to maximize benefit to Monarchs
Learn about garden maintenance schedule
NOTE: This session will primarily take place outdoors. We will meet in the PSNH room at the McLane Center before heading outside to explore the pollinator garden and meadow. All of the outdoor spaces we will explore contain accessible trails for people with all levels of mobility. Please plan to wear outdoor-appropriate clothing and footwear. Clipboards, writing utensils, handouts, and interpretive materials will be provided.

Session 3: Designing and planning the planting of your Monarch Waystation

Review/reflect on garden visit experience, with a focus on main design elements:
Identify Monarch Waystation candidate site(s) in participant yards or in greater community
Create a Waystation design
Share resources for plant/seed sourcing, labor, maintenance
Discuss how to register your Monarch Waystation with Monarch Watch
NOTE: This session will be a classroom-based, hands-on workshop located in the PSNH Room at the McLane Center. These facilities are accessible to people with all levels of mobility. Writing utensils, handouts, and interpretive materials will be provided.

Participants should plan to be available to attend all three sessions.
The Monarch Waystation program series is free to attend. If you feel inspired to support NH Audubon’s work, please consider a gift to our Annual Fund at nhaudubon.org/donate. Your contribution supports priorities like monarch conservation and pollinator habitat creation across New Hampshire.
Contact Project Biologist Lindsay Herlihy with any questions.

Backyard and Beyond in Watercolor Exhibit
2026-05-06 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-07 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-08 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-13 11:00 - 17:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Backyard and Beyond in Watercolor Exhibit by Elaine Packard: May 6-July 2 at the McLane Center in Concord
Art exhibit viewing access may be restricted during private event rentals. Calling ahead to confirm is recommended.

Visit the McLane Center on May 14 to celebrate Elaine’s watercolor exhibit with the artist and NH Audubon staff!
Exhibit Description: Backyard birds, flowers, insects, and animals have been the inspiration for my watercolor journey. While I am fairly new to this medium, I don’t need to look very far for subject matter! Waterfowl and owls are favorites of mine as well, with their varied colors and textures.
I also enjoy the beauty of New England and like to take pictures of landscapes, mountains, lakes, and local landmarks to use as reference photos. A late summer (first-time) trip to the top of Mt. Washington last year via the Cog Railway was truly stunning and I plan to create a few more paintings with the incredible clouds, and distant mountain ranges.
Thank you for supporting the NH Audubon Society and I hope you enjoy my paintings and get a sense of the beautiful part of the country we live in!
Examples of Elaine’s art. (Click to enlarge.)
Bio: From a young age, I found happiness in quiet little things; flowers, birds, animals and scenery and I have integrated them into my artwork. I took many art classes in my high school years and received an Art Scholarship to Rivier College (which wasn’t utilized). Later in life, time constraints of a full-time career and raising a family meant something needed to take the back seat. Life changes in recent years have allowed me the time to return to painting, which I am enjoying immensely!
I believe that continuous learning and being curious helps keep you young and I am currently discovering the beautiful subtleties and technical aspects of watercolor painting. I enjoy this medium very much, although I must admit; there have been some struggles along the way.
I tend to work towards realism, studying the little details of my subjects, moss on a tree branch or the anatomy of a birds’ wings. While birds and animals are some of my favorite subjects, seascapes and landscapes are a good challenge and learning opportunity.
One of my goals was achieved last year; to show my work in a gallery. This was an accomplishment for me personally. The growth from that experience will remain with me for a long time. Meeting art enthusiasts, collectors, and other artists is something I enjoyed and am eager to continue.
My hope is that you find a sense of peace and calmness in my artwork and allow your mind to slow down, notice the small things and enjoy nature, because that is what I feel when I am creating.

Wiggly Worms
2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Brockway Nature Preserve, Farrington Corner Road, Hopkinton, NH, United States
Have you ever wondered why worms wriggle around in the dirt. Find out what they’re doing and then go look for some!
Join New Hampshire Audubon at the John Brockway Nature Preserve in Hopkinton to explore nature with your 3-5 year old! Programs will begin at 10 a.m. and last about 45 minutes each. This is an outdoor location with no bathroom facilities. Please dress children for the weather and be ready to walk on the trail, sit on logs and the ground, and dig in the dirt!
Programs will be cancelled if poor weather is predicted during the program; participants will be notified by email or phone of cancellations.
For detailed directions to the preserve, search for Brockway Pond on Google Maps, or visit here. Please plan to arrive about 5 minutes prior to the program so that sessions can start on time.
This program is free, with a suggested $5 donation to support NH Audubon’s Annual Fund. Thanks to an endowment from Dorothy Brockway Osborne, there is no cost for Hopkinton residents. If you feel inspired to give, your donation supports priorities like environmental education for people of all ages across New Hampshire.
By attending this event, you and anyone you register on behalf of agree to NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver.

Piscassic Greenway beginner bird walk with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-05-09 06:30 - 09:30 | NH
Piscassic Greenway, Bald Hill Rd, Newfields May 9th 6:30 am
The Southeast Land Trust’s Piscassic Greenway provides an important link between 4,000 acres of protected land between Newmarket and Exeter. There are approximately 3.5 miles of trails on the property that pass through open fields, ponds, wetlands, and mature forests. Join trip leader Roger Stephenson to look for migrants and breeding birds. Meet at 6:30 am at the parking lot and kiosk on Bald Hill Road. Contact: Roger Stephenson at rstephenson@gmail.com. The trip is limited to 15 participants.
As the trip nears, please visit this website to sign up.

Burley Farms beginner bird walk with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-05-09 07:00 - 09:00 | NH
Burley Farms – Saturday, May 9th 7 am
With fields, forests, a beaver pond, and a heron rookery Burley Farms is a great spot to look for early spring migrants and breeding water birds. Join trip leader David Blezard to explore some of the property’s varied habitats. Meet at the parking area at 245 North River Rd in Epping at 7:00 am. Contact: David Blezard dblezard@mac.com or call 603-343-1223. The trip will be limited to 20 participants.
As the trip nears, please visit this website to sign up.

Pickering Ponds beginner bird walk with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-05-10 07:00 - 12:00 | NH
Pickering Ponds – Sunday, May 10th 7 am–12 pm
One of the top 10 birding spots in New Hampshire, this walk will traverse Rochester city park trails along the Cocheco River and around the former wastewater treatment settling ponds. Meet at the Pickering Ponds parking area at 7:00 AM. The entrance is about a mile south of the Rochester Wastewater Treatment Plant on Pickering Road (opposite mailbox #452). Contact: Dan Hubbard at danielhubbard@peoplepc.com or 603-978-0218.This field trip will be limited to 25 participants.
As the trip nears, please visit this website to sign up.

Monarch Waystations Session Two: Practical Conservation for an At-risk Native Pollinator
2026-05-10 14:00 - 15:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
The Monarch is a formerly abundant butterfly species that has experienced dramatic and widespread declines since the early 1990’s. Conservation efforts are underway across the US to understand and take action to stop this decline. In this three-part program series, participants will learn about Monarch natural history, conservation concerns, and how to create valuable habitat for Monarchs and other native pollinators in their own backyard. With the support of NH Audubon staff, each participant will be coached through designing a Monarch Waystation that they can plant in their own yard, neighborhood, or workplace.
The three sessions of this program will cover the following topics and activities:
Session 1: Overview of Monarch natural history and conservation, including:

Life cycle
Habitat requirements
Seasonal migration
Threats to Monarch populations
Conservation strategies
NOTE: This session is classroom-based and will be held in the PSNH Room at the McLane Center. These facilities are accessible to people with all levels of mobility.

Session 2: Monarch Waystation tour

Review life cycle and habitat requirements for each life stage
Identify host plant species for larva
Identify nectar plant species for adults
Discuss nontarget benefits to native pollinators
Explore garden design to maximize benefit to Monarchs
Learn about garden maintenance schedule
NOTE: This session will primarily take place outdoors. We will meet in the PSNH room at the McLane Center before heading outside to explore the pollinator garden and meadow. All of the outdoor spaces we will explore contain accessible trails for people with all levels of mobility. Please plan to wear outdoor-appropriate clothing and footwear. Clipboards, writing utensils, handouts, and interpretive materials will be provided. By attending this event, you and anyone you register on behalf of agree to NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver.

Session 3: Designing and planning the planting of your Monarch Waystation

Review/reflect on garden visit experience, with a focus on main design elements:
Identify Monarch Waystation candidate site(s) in participant yards or in greater community
Create a Waystation design
Share resources for plant/seed sourcing, labor, maintenance
Discuss how to register your Monarch Waystation with Monarch Watch
NOTE: This session will be a classroom-based, hands-on workshop located in the PSNH Room at the McLane Center. These facilities are accessible to people with all levels of mobility. Writing utensils, handouts, and interpretive materials will be provided.

Participants should plan to be available to attend all three sessions.
The Monarch Waystation program series is free to attend. If you feel inspired to support NH Audubon’s work, please consider a gift to our Annual Fund at nhaudubon.org/donate. Your contribution supports priorities like monarch conservation and pollinator habitat creation across New Hampshire.
Contact Project Biologist Lindsay Herlihy with any questions.

Belize, a Perfect Winter Birding Getaway program with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | NH
Belize, a Perfect Winter Birding Getaway – Wednesday, May 13
Join Becky Suomala on a (virtual) birding trip to tropical Belize in Central America. This English-speaking country has great birding, but also unique archeological sites, and snorkeling from its islands in the Caribbean. From birds to butterflies, fish and scenery, Becky will share highlights from these special places. Her photos are from a recent February trip with several friends that was a perfect winter birding getaway.
Bio: Rebecca Suomala is a Biologist Emerita with NH Audubon. She worked for NH Audubon from 1988 until 2024 in a variety of positions. In 2005, she completed her Master’s in Wildlife Ecology from the University of New Hampshire, conducting research into songbird migration stopover for her thesis. She studied Common Nighthawks for almost 20 years and has banded birds on Appledore Island since 1994. As an avid birder, she has explored much of New Hampshire and has traveled to many national and international birding destinations.
Contact: Dan Hubbard, 603 978-0218, danielhubbard@peoplepc.com
