METALSUM – Art Inspired by Nature and Imagined Through Found Objects
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United States"METALSUM”, art for the home and garden. Found and repurposed objects welded into abstract, representational and whimsical art with an emphasis on portraying the natural world. - Jane Kolias creates decorative rustic metal art from found, abandoned and discarded objects. She finds things in nooks and crannies of antique and thrift stores, salvage yards, friend’s […]
Spring Wild Medicinal Plant Walk with Herbalist & Author Maria Noël Groves
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesLearn how to identify common medicinal plants in early spring, with a particular focus on tree, weed, and root medicinal and edible perennials. We will discuss identification resources and tips as well as wildcrafting ethics, as well as medicinal benefits, harvesting tips, and cautions for some common wild plants. Potential plants we may see and […]
Youth Program at Paradise Point
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesExplore one of our sanctuaries with a naturalist through fun and engaging activities! Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay for programs but are not required to participate. Intended for ages 10-17.
Earth Day Exhibition 2024 – A Nature Inspired Show
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesEach year, NH Audubon holds a day-long, family-friendly Earth Day celebration at the Massabesic Center. As a part of the 2024 celebration, the Center is partnering with the League of NH Craftsmen to feature original work from League artists in a special two month exhibition which includes photography, prints, and fiber art. An example from […]
METALSUM – Art Inspired by Nature and Imagined Through Found Objects
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United States"METALSUM”, art for the home and garden. Found and repurposed objects welded into abstract, representational and whimsical art with an emphasis on portraying the natural world. - Jane Kolias creates decorative rustic metal art from found, abandoned and discarded objects. She finds things in nooks and crannies of antique and thrift stores, salvage yards, friend’s […]
Nature Day Camp Open House
Massabesic Center 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United StatesJoin Camp Administrator, Claire Adams on May 31 from 5-7 pm at the Massabesic Audubon Center for our final 2024 Nature Day Camp Open House! During this free event, Claire will be hosting a “morning circle” activity, complete with a name game and camp song, to give you and your campers a taste of what […]
Black Birders Week 2024 Black Heritage Trail: Touring & Birding
Black Heritage Trail of NH 222 Court St., Portsmouth, NH, United StatesIn honor of Black Birders Week, NH Audubon and the Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire are partnering for a guided tour in Portsmouth. Learn about the rich and often forgotten African-American history of New Hampshire while keeping an eye out for birds and other local wildlife! Please arrive 15 minutes prior to start of […]
ID Hikes with the Newfound Center
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesOpen new realms each week as our Lead Naturalist helps participants of all ages focus their senses on different fascinating elements of their surroundings such as: birds, trees, ferns, wildflowers, and more. Limited pairs of binoculars are available for use. Participants are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and/or field guides for further exploration.
Pickering Ponds Nest Walk
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 Wastewater Treatment Plant on Pickering Road (opposite mailbox #452). Contact: Dan […]
Native Plant Sale & Spring Craft Fair
McLane Center 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, United StatesJoin us for the McLane Center's Native Plant Sale. Bagley Pond Perennials will be here with a wide selection of native plants and shrubs for purchase. Bagley Pond is a native perennial farm that follows organic practices. Their goal is to provide home gardeners with pollinator safe, native plants and shrubs to support our native […]
Family Program at Paradise Point – Meet the Locals!
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesCome join our Lead Naturalist on a journey to explore the native flora and fauna of the region. We’ll go on a guided hike along the shore of Newfound Lake and learn about its history and beautiful ecosystem. Afterwards, we’ll play some fun nature-themed games about our local wildlife! Intended for families with children ages […]
Guided Paddle at Paradise Point
Paradise Point Nature Center 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, United StatesChoose from a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard as we travel along the route of the Newfound Lake Water Trail with a Naturalist. We will visit as many stops as time allows while learning more about the geology and ecology of Newfound Lake. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or […]