NH Audubon

Outings Exhibit Reception
2026-01-09 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Celebrate Outings by Nick Amadeo with us at this artist’s reception!
30% of the proceeds from this exhibit will benefit New Hampshire Audubon.
Description: It was here at the Massabesic Audubon Center–among the trees, by the shore of the lake, in the fields– I began learning how to draw and paint five years ago. The works in this exhibit were made primarily en plein air, here and around New England, and in all seasons. This exhibit is a culmination of a long apprenticeship in nature, a tribute to this space, and to all places that allow us to cultivate an appreciation and respect for the natural world.
Examples of Nick Amadeo’s work.
Artist’s Bio: Nicholas Amadeo is a self-taught artist from southern New Hampshire. Working in watercolor for its portability, he focuses on the process of painting outdoors to study the individual’s encounter with nature in the tradition of plein air landscape painters.

Art exhibit viewing access may be restricted during private event rentals. Calling ahead to confirm is recommended.

Birds of the Winter Coast with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-01-10 08:30 - 12:30 | NH
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 north 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 a snack. Contact Rich Aaronian for more information at raaronian@exeter.edu.
Registration is limited to 20. As the event nears, please visit this site to sign-up.

Winter Sowing of Native Plants
2026-01-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026, 10am-11:30am
Winter is a great time to sow native seeds. Many native seeds need to be exposed to prolonged cold and moist conditions to break their dormancy and germinate. Join us as we introduce you to native plants and guide you through this hands-on, 6-step process. You’ll leave with a pot of native perennial seeds that will grow all year and be ready to plant in your garden next fall.
Presenters:
Donna Miller, UNH Extension Advanced Master Gardener
Stacey Scaccia, UNH Extension Master Gardener
Cost:
$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Ext. Master Gardeners
$15 for non-members
Registration required by January 9th. If you miss the registration deadline, please email Kimmie Whiteman to inquire about availability. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows, but late registrants may miss pre-workshop or cancellation communications.
Presentation will take place indoors. Outdoor portion will be weather dependent – dress for a short walk on grassy uneven terrain.
For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact Massabesic Center Director, Kimmie Whiteman, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org.
This program is brought to you through an on-going partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening, which enhance human health and well-being and wildlife habitat.
Photo: Stock image of seeds growing in milk jugs under winter snow

Outings Exhibit
2026-01-10 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-14 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-15 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-16 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-17 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-23 11:00 - 17:00 and 5 more dates | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Outings by Nick Amadeo.
30% of the proceeds from this exhibit will benefit New Hampshire Audubon.
Description: It was here at the Massabesic Audubon Center–among the trees, by the shore of the lake, in the fields– I began learning how to draw and paint five years ago. The works in this exhibit were made primarily en plein air, here and around New England, and in all seasons. This exhibit is a culmination of a long apprenticeship in nature, a tribute to this space, and to all places that allow us to cultivate an appreciation and respect for the natural world.
Examples of Nick Amadeo’s work.
Artist’s Bio: Nicholas Amadeo is a self-taught artist from southern New Hampshire. Working in watercolor for its portability, he focuses on the process of painting outdoors to study the individual’s encounter with nature in the tradition of plein air landscape painters.

Art exhibit viewing access may be restricted during private event rentals. Calling ahead to confirm is recommended.

Feather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds with the Seacoast Chapter
2026-01-14 19:30 - 21:00 | NH
Zoom Program: Feather Trails-A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds
Contact Dan Hubbard for sign up: 603-978-0218 or danielhubbard@peoplepc.com.
Birds are visible, vocal sentinels that alert us to environmental harms. In her book, Feather Trails-A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds, Sophie Osborn shares her experiences reintroducing endangered Peregrine Falcons, Hawaiian Crows and California Condors to the wild. Sophie explores the threats that imperiled these birds and reveals that what harmed them threatens us too. She will discuss what led to the endangerment of these three captivating species, recount the efforts of biologists to recover their populations and read a few excerpts fom her book that describe what it was like to work with these magnificent birds.
Bio: Sophie A. H. Osborn is an award-winning environmental writer and wildlife biologist whose work has included the study and conservation of more than a dozen bird species in the Americas. She contributed to reintroduction efforts for several endangered birds and served as the field manager for the California Condor Recovery Program in Arizona for four years. Her first book, Condors in Canyon Country, won the 2007 National Outdoor Book Award for Nature and the Environment. Reviewers for the American Birding Association (ABA) chose her second book, Feather Trails, as their favorite bird book of 2024. Sophie also writes the Words for Birds blog on Substack.

What's Wild: Eric Orff with the Lakes Region Chapter
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:30 | The Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, 03254, United States
On Thursday, January 15th at 7:00 p.m. at the Loon Center in Moultonborough, the Lakes Region Chapter of the New Hampshire Audubon Society will present a program called What’s Wild, by veteran wildlife biologist Eric Orff.
Join Eric for humorous and educational stories from his 50-year career in New Hampshire, covering topics like wildlife conservation, climate change, and his experiences with animals like bats and bears. From riding deer to rescuing moose from swimming pools to snakes in a bathroom, he has seen many oddities.
As the state’s first bear biologist in the 1970s, Eric began a half-century career as a “forest ranger who works with animals,” his stated dream job as a 7-year-old. Eric has worked both at NH Fish & Game and the National Wildlife Federation, and continues to protect the natural environment of New Hampshire.
Eric is the author of “What’s Wild,” which details many more of his experiences.
The Loon Center is located on Lee’s Mill Road; follow the signs on Blake Road from Route 25 near the Moultonborough Central School, or from Rte. 109 turn on to Lee Road and turn left on Lee’s Mill Road.

Enchanted Owls Exhibit
2026-01-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-23 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-24 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-28 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-29 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-30 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-31 11:00 - 17:00 and 1 more date | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Enchanted Owls by Sandra Grant
Description: As I walk through my woodland’s path, listen for the sounds of the Great Horned Owl’s melody as they communicate back and forth to their mates. It’s like an enchanted forest at different times of the year when all varieties of birds are singing.
On a recent walk I looked in front of me and saw a fledgling owl perched on a dead log on the ground. It was a Barred Owl very young, who may have had its first flight out of the nest and was checking out the ground around him. The next day I found on the path his sibling low in a tree learning how to hunt for food. The mother was seen with big full wings saying, “Stay back from my nest.” It had to be close by but not to be seen.
My home studio is called the “Hooking Nest”, where I watch the Red-tailed Hawks circling my bird feeders. We watch many owls around our pond hunting for small prey from the treetops. The Blue Herons and Mallards sometimes stop by for a swim.
Please enjoy my Owl & Raptor Fiber Art Hooked Birds.

Art exhibit viewing access may be restricted during private event rentals. Calling ahead to confirm is recommended
Bio: I have been a fiber artist for most of my life. My educational background includes a BFA and MFA in fine arts and teaching. I have worked in many different mediums over the years, starting with drawing and painting. I continued with weaving and had a business selling my work for many years. My love of color, yarns, textures and fabrics continued when I stopped weaving and found “rug hooking”. I’ve studied with many well known rug hooking teachers around the country, learning various different techniques from each unique artist. All of which has contributed to my fiber birds over the past years.
I came to realize that rug hooking was a more versatile medium allowing me to create my own colors of dyed wool and yarns. I could add other materials, like velvets, metallics, beads, novelty fur yarns, feathers, etc. I could draw my own subjects and I could make them 3/D if I chose that look. I can work on small or very large pieces. The options are open to create whatever the artist chooses. Also, the ease of going back and taking out something you don’t like or add more embellishments when finished is so helpful when your creating.
Most of my recent work is of birds of all kinds. Raptors and all Water birds are high on my list to create. I live by the water and see so many water birds. I also spent time at VINS, watching and photographing owls.
I was chosen as the featured artist in 2022, at the GMRHG exhibit. I am the Education Chair for GMRHG and teach beginner rug hooking in Vermont Libraries and other Craft centers. My work can be seen on the GMRHG site virtual show.
I am a juried member of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen and show in their annual craft shows. In 2019 my piece, “Bucky the Blue Heron” was chosen as the cover for the show and the featured piece of the show, along with being printed on their annual tee shirts to sell. I have won best in show awards at NH League exhibits and at the Deerfield, NH and Tunbridge, VT, sheep and wool festivals. My profile and work can be seen on the NH League web site.
I have been in Celebration’s magazine 3 times and had a write up in Rug Hooking Magazine, in 2020, with my Pelican featured on the cover. I currently sell my work through the NH League Craft shops and at Village Art Gallery in Warren, VT.

New Hampshire Bald Eagle Monitoring Using NestStory: A Training Webinar for Volunteers
2026-01-29 12:00 - 13:30 | NH
Bald Eagle populations in New Hampshire have rebounded after decades of conservation concern, thanks to the time and effort of volunteers across the state. In order to ensure that this trend continues, we are moving to a new data collection system that will accurately and consistently track activity and trends: NestStory. NestStory is an online web application that allows volunteers to collect and submit their Bald Eagle monitoring data in a consistent and efficient format to NH Audubon. In this webinar, you will learn about this new system of Bald Eagle data collection. After this training, you will be ready to head into the field and begin documenting breeding activity using the updated protocols, ensuring that your observations contribute directly to long-term Bald Eagle population monitoring efforts.
Register here.
Cover photo by Iain MacLeod.

Backyard Winter Bird Survey Practice Walk
2026-01-30 08:30 - 09:30 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Practice your bird identification skills in anticipation of the Backyard Winter Bird Survey! Join Devin Guilfoyle, Newfound Center & Public Programs Coordinator, and Grace McCulloch, Community Science Project Leader, as we look for common winter birds in NH and learn tricks to identify them. Grace will also introduce this survey, which has been done for 35+ years, and will be around to answer any questions about the survey.
We will meet at the front doors of the Massabesic Center’s main building. This is an informal walk intended for novice birdwatchers, but experienced birdwatchers are also welcome to share their experience. The Massabesic Sanctuary is home to many woodland and grassland birds. Species seen recently include Eastern Bluebird, Red-shouldered Hawk, and Common Raven.
This is a free event with binocular rentals available. Please dress for the weather, with sturdy shoes. Expect to walk between 1-2 miles over mostly flat, but uneven trails through grassy and wooded terrain. Trails may be snowy, soggy, or muddy. Dogs are not allowed on this walk.
By attending this event, you and anyone you register on behalf of agree to NH Audubon’s Outdoor Education Program Liability Release & Agreement Waiver.

Garden Craft Event for Seniors: Cardmaking with Blooms
2026-02-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Join us as we brighten our winter days in search of spring blooms with this creative card-making opportunity with beautiful pressed flowers! Drop by the NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center between 10am and 12pm on Wednesday February 4th to make several unique cards with pressed flowers collected and preserved from the Massabesic Center gardens and the home gardens of UNH Extension Master Gardener Volunteers. Plan on spending an hour (or two) with us to create 1-2 greeting cards perfect for any occasion and/or Valentine’s Day. Each card will take approximately 45-minutes, and all supplies will be provided.
This in-person workshop will take place entirely indoors, in the main conference room. Dress for the weather for the short, easy walk from the dirt parking lot to the building. Workstations will be assigned in a group setting. Chairs are provided, but some of the work may require standing, and you may want to move around the room to select materials. Special accommodations for persons with limited mobility, sensory concerns, or other accessibility needs can be provided with advanced notice.
This FREE drop-in event is designed for seniors (age 65 and up), but all ages are welcome.
Activities will be led by UNH Extension Advanced Master Gardener Doris Buco, and UNH Ext Master Gardener Stephanie Hanson, both dedicated volunteers for NH Audubon.
An RSVP is required by Feb 2nd to help ensure adequate supplies. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. (Limit: 20 attendees.)
Inclement weather date: Thursday, February 5th, 2026. Confirmation of program date and time will be sent to all registrants on Feb 3rd.
This program is made possible thanks to grant funding from the NH Master Gardeners Alumni Association (NHMGAA).
