Massabesic Center Closed for Maintenance
2022-10-25 - 2022-10-31 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
The Massabesic Center will be closed to the public from October 25-31 for repairs. The trails and grounds remain open during daylight hours every day.

Nature's Beauty Art Exhibit
2022-10-25 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-26 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-27 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-28 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-29 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-01 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-11-02 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 14 more dates | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
September 30 – November 29, 2022 at Massabesic Center in Auburn

The Manchester Artists Association presents “Nature’s Beauty”, a celebration of art and nature. Thirteen talented artists will be exhibiting works in oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, colored pencil and photography. The Manchester Artists Association is a group of dedicated artists whose motto is “Artists Helping Artists”. The organization was formed in 1966 to provide fellowship, learning and inspiration to artists who are engaged or interested in the pursuit of fine art.
“Nature’s Beauty” is visible at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center during open hours, September 30 to November 29, from 12pm-5pm Tues – Fri, and 10am-5pm, Sat and Sun. Please note the viewing room may be closed to the public during private events and education presentations (note: specific closures Oct. 1 and Oct. 25-31).

A public reception, to experience the works with the artists, will be held on October 9, 12pm to 3pm.
All works are available for immediate purchase, including additional prints and cards displayed in the store, with 30% of the proceeds going to support the mission of NH Audubon.
Featured artists:

Sharon Allen
Noella Breault
Virginia Demers
Therese DesRosiers
Paul Ducret
Judy Gelinas
Laurie Lafleur
Aline Lotter
Madeleine Minard
Howard Muscott
James O’Donnell
Rollande Rousselle
Susan Snay

Images, pictured left to right: “In the Distance” by Rollande Rousselle, “Gliding Swan” by Virginia Demers, and “Forest Stream” by James O’Donnell.

A Guide to Restoring the Little Things that Run the World
2022-10-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Link, United States
A Guide to Restoring the Little Things that Run the World
Thursday, October 27: 7-8:15pm
Cost: Free
Registration Link
Doug Tallamy, T. A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware. He is the author of numerous publications and books on understanding the ways insects interact with plants and how such interactions determine the diversity of animal communities. His books include Bringing Nature Home, Nature’s Best Hope and The Nature of Oaks. Doug’s Homegrown National Park initiative is transforming how we think and act on maintaining biodiversity in our world.
Join Doug Tallamy as he shares how we can all make a difference. A recent UN report predicts that as many as 1 million species will disappear from planet earth because of human activities. Many of these are insects and nearly all species at risk rely on insects. Insects have already declined 45% since 1974. The most alarming part of this statistic is that we don’t seem to care, despite the fact that a world without insects is a world without humans! So how do we create beautiful landscapes brimming with life; landscapes that support the pollinators, herbivores, detritivores, predators and parasitoids that run the ecosystems we depend on? Tallamy will remind us of the many essential roles insects play, and describe the simple changes we must make in our landscapes and our attitudes to keep insects on the ground, in the air and yes, on our plants.
New Hampshire Audubon Pollinator Speaker Series: Celebrating and Engaging in Pollinator Conservation

Join New Hampshire Audubon for our 2022 Pollinator Webinar series as we celebrate Pollinator Conservation.
This series seeks to inspire involvement and engagement in pollinator conservation through close focus programs that will allow participants to gain a deeper understanding and knowledge of pollinators and the plants they depend on. Programs are free to the public, streamed via Zoom, YouTube, and Facebook Live. Presentations are supported by a grant from the Benjamin and Gertrude Couch Trusts.

Maine Coast Fall Field Trip
2022-11-02 09:00 - 12:00 | NH
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.

Pollinator Meadow Volunteer Day
2022-11-02 12:00 - 16:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
How do you move an acre of plastic and plant an acre of native seeds? With little wind (hopefully), plenty of sun and lots of hands.
Pollinator Meadow Volunteer Request: Plastic Removal, Plastic Movement, and Seed and Straw Spreading
Wednesday, 2 November 2022, 12-4pm
Rain Date: Friday, (Need dry weather for seed spreading): 4 November 2022
(Go
o Go will be sent out on Tuesday afternoon based on weather).
Activities include:

Removal and movement of rocks and timbers to keep plastic down
Pulling of weeds which grew between the plastic
Moving and securing plastic in new areas or folding it for storage and use elsewhere
Raking out area to be seeded and removing roots, litter, and duff
Spreading new native seed and sand mixture
Rolling and pressing in seeds for germination (soil compaction)
Spreading straw
Do the native seed germination dance 🙂

If you are interested and can attend either the day planned or the rain day, please email T. Parker Schuerman.
Why a pollinator meadow? The demonstration pollinator meadow engages and educates local community members and collaborators in site preparation, seeding, and the ongoing maintenance of accessible fields planted with native grasses and wildflowers. Bees and other pollinators are essential components of NH’s agricultural systems and natural ecosystems. These species rely on abundant sources of pollen and nectar for survival. By planting bee gardens and flowering meadows, we can help support this critical natural resource. Workshops for landowners to learn about the mechanics of successfully establishing pollinator habitat on their property are planned and monitoring for pollinator usage of the meadows will engage citizen scientists of all ages.

Birding Walk at Massabesic Center
2022-11-05 08:00 - 09:30 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Join NH Audubon for a birding walk along the trails at Massabesic Center in Auburn.
This is an informal birding walk that begins at MAC and explores the trails with local birder, Joe Mahoney. 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.
Binocular rental included with ticket. Please dress for the weather. Expect to walk between 1-2 miles.
Cost: $8 Members/$10 Non-members. Registration is required; please purchase your tickets (below), although there are no actual hard-copy tickets.
Photo- Red-bellied Woodpecker by Pam Hunt

Fall Tree Identification Walk
2022-11-09 14:30 - 16:30 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Wednesday, November 9th from 2:30pm-4:30pm
Join UNH Extension Foresters, Mike Gagnon and Greg Jordan, for a relaxed fall tree ID walk. On this guided walk you will learn how to identify numerous species of shrubs and trees in winter using visual clues other than just leaves – clues such as shape, branching patterns, buds, bark, smell, taste, habitat, cones, and fruits. The ability to identify trees and shrubs by their bark, twigs and buds is a very useful skill for anyone who spends time in the woods. Along the way we can discuss forest ecology, tree disorders, wildlife habitats, invasive species, or other questions that you have about New Hampshire’s forests.
Co-sponsored by UNH Cooperative Extension.
The University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity educator and employer. UNH, U.S. Dept. of Agriculture, and New Hampshire counties cooperating. Our programs and policies are consistent with pertinent Federal and State laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
For persons with disabilities requiring special accommodations, please contact Mike Gagnon prior to the event. Given ample time, we will make any reasonable effort to make accommodations

Saving a Species from Extinction, Protecting the North Atlantic Right Whale
2022-11-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Seacoast Science Center, Odiorne State Park, Route 1A, Rye, NH, United States
Join the New Hampshire Audubon Seacoast Chapter for their in person November program.
With fewer than 350 whales remaining, the North Atlantic right whale is one of the rarest large whale species in the world. Once a heavily targeted commercial whaling species, right whales remain vulnerable to contemporary human activities, including vessel strikes and entanglement in fishing gear. Their recovery is also threatened by low reproduction, habitat loss, disease and environmental contaminants. For more than 40 years, the New England Aquarium has been in the forefront of right whale research and conservation efforts and our work has been integral to informing national and international efforts to protect these elusive giants. This program presented by Heather Pettis will share the history of this iconic species as well as the tremendous efforts underway to save them from extinction.
The Seacoast Chapter meets monthly on the second Wednesday except the months of July and August unless there is a special program. Refreshments are served at 7 pm and the meetings begin at 7:30 pm unless otherwise noted (entrance doors locked at 7:45 pm). The public is welcome free of charge. In person meetings are held at the Seacoast Science Center at Odiorne State Park, Route 1A, Rye, NH. Wheelchair accessible. For more information on chapter programs, please contact: Dan Hubbard, (603) 332-4093 or danielhubbard@peoplepc.com.
For more information see our web site at http://www.seacoastchapter.org/programs. Cancellations will be announced on http://www.seacoastchapter.org/programs.

Night Sky Photography Workshop at Massabesic Center
2022-11-16 17:00 - 18:30 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Date: November 16th, 5:00pm-6:30pm
Price: $12 for members, $15 for non-members
Join local nature photographer, Tracy Brunner, at the Massabesic Center for a night sky photo shoot near Massabesic Lake. The walk will start at the Center and continue to nearby trails to photograph the beautiful night sky. During the workshop, Tracy will discuss tips for getting the most out of your night sky photographs, will provide suggestions for camera settings and creative compositions, and answer your photography questions. Cameras with manual mode and/or changeable settings are recommended.

Recommended Equipment:

Camera with spare batteries
Headlamp or flashlight
Comfortable walking shoes
Wide or standard lenses (either will work); recommended lens with f4, f2.8, or f1.8 aperture capabilities
Tripod
Remote shutter release (optional)

Photo credit: Tracy Brunner
