Timeless Nature Art Exhibit
2022-10-07 11:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-11 11:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-12 11:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-13 11:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-14 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
The McLane Center presents the artwork of Merrimack River Painters in an exhibit called “Timeless Nature.” The exhibit is visible during open hours (Tues-Fri 11am-5pm), September 9 through October 14, 2022.
Timeless Nature
“We are a group of experienced artists from New Hampshire and Maine, who share a love of nature. We have been showing our art individually and as a group for more than 15 years. We celebrate the joy of creating with our audience.
We are not a timid bunch, but women who are risk takers in our art and our approach to showing it. We have been together as a group for over 15 years, Merrimack River Painters (MRP) meet monthly and over the years we have evolved from watercolor to other mediums such as collage, oils, acrylics, pastels, cold wax, etc.
We try to come together to share our experiences with each other. During COVID we met even more frequently via ZOOM. We support and nurture our creative spirits together.”
Members are:

Marilyn Eimon
Claudette Gammon
Terry Heinzmann
Betsy Janeway
Dustan Knight
Susan Levenson
Ann Lynch
Mary Ruedig
Ann Saunderson
Kathy Tangney
Jan Wittmer

Painting by Claudette Gammon.

Nature's Beauty Art Exhibit
2022-10-07 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-11 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-12 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-13 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-14 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-15 10:00 - 17:00 and 5 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.

Birding Walk at Massabesic Center
2022-10-08 08:00 - 09:30, 2022-10-22 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

Coastal Migration Fall Field Trip
2022-10-08 08:15 - 12:00 | NH
The trip begins with a fall migration walk around Odiorne Point State Park and then continues south, birding along the New Hampshire coast looking for the expected fall migrants and perhaps even a rarity or two. Meet at the Odiorne Point parking lot at 8:15 am (the park opens at 8 am). A small entrance fee for the park is required.
Registration is not required. A small entrance fee is required to enter the park.

Contact: Contact: Steve Mirick, 978-374-0654 or smirick@comcast.net
Cancellations will be posted on the Seacoast Chapter website.

Nature's Beauty Art Exhibit - Reception
2022-10-09 12:00 - 15:00 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
A public reception, to experience the works with the artists, will be held on October 9, 12pm to 3pm.
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).
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.

Seacoast Chapter Fall Pelagic Birding Trip
2022-10-10 07:30 - 17:00 | Rye Harbor, 1870 Ocean Blvd (Rte 1A), Rye, NH, 03870, United States
Monday, October 10 Dockside 7:30 am for an 8 am departure from Rye Harbor, NH—MV Granite State
In past years the October pelagic out of Rye harbor has ventured into MA, NH, and ME waters and has turned up interesting birds including four species of Shearwater (Great, Manx, Cory’s, and Sooty), 2 species of Phalarope (Red-necked and Red), Pomarine Jaeger, Northern Fulmar, Leach’s Storm- petrel and other species such as Atlantic Puffin, Razorbill, and Dovekie. (But obviously as with any trip no bird species is guaranteed or should to be expected!). Veteran birder Steve Mirick will lead the all-day trip. The cost is $75 per person to cover fuel, boat time, and the cost of chum.
Registration is limited to 50 and participants should be fully vaccinated. As the event nears, for additional details and to sign-up, visit the Seacoast Chapter website.
Contact: Holly Bauer, Field Trip Coordinator.

Hummingbirds, The Most Marvelous of Bird Families
2022-10-12 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 October program: Hummingbirds, The Most Marvelous of Bird Families.
Bob and Dana Fox have developed a new talk focusing on hummingbirds. They will begin with what is a hummingbird and then describe their adventures with 10 different, remarkable species they have seen on their journeys in the Americas. They will also share the results of recent research which has given us deeper insights into the wonders of this family: how they evolved, pollination through nectaring (including a comparison with bees and butterflies), their diet of insects and nectar, nectar feeding technique, use of torpor, how iridescence is produced, and their courtship. Many spectacular pictures and videos will be included. Come and marvel at these little gems.
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.

All Persons Trail Grand Opening October 15
2022-10-15 09:00 - 10:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Connect with nature on the new All Persons Trail at McLane Center in Concord.
We are proud to celebrate the opening of our newest accessible trail. Join us for the ribbon cutting and then experience the nature of Silk Farm Wildlife Sanctuary on a guided birding tour along the All Persons Trail.
Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration and Birding For All Tour of the trail starting at 9am on October 15.
**time changed from 1pm to 9am: enough time to explore the trail, break for lunch, then head over to Able NH’s “Disability Justice Parade” in Manchester.**
This event is free and open to everyone. Please RSVP below.

Buds & Blooms: Autumn Awareness
2022-10-15 10:00 - 11:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
In this final installment of the Buds & Blooms Program, we switch to lecture format as we emphasize the various methods we can implement in our yards and gardens to ensure our native pollinators experience a successful winter rest.
Topics covered will include fun facts about overwintering species, mason bee box care (you can’t just set it and forget it), autumn planting, and best practices for fall garden care.
Let’s learn how we can offer a helping hand to our native pollinators before heading out to the Pollinator Garden & Meadow for Q&A and observation.
This program is free of cost, but RSVP’s are required to reserve your spot.
Photo Credit: Pixabay

Wildlife Tours of Northern NH: Lake Umbagog and the Connecticut Lakes
2022-10-16 - 2022-10-18, 2022-10-18 - 2022-10-20 | NH
This trip is sold out – wait list only!
To get on the wait list, please contact Bob directly at RAQbirds@aol.com
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Expert Naturalist, Bob Quinn, is leading two discounted wildlife tours of northern New Hampshire, focusing on Lake Umbagog and the Connecticut Lakes.
October 16-18, 2022 and October 18-20, 2022
These short, two-night tours will be FAMILIARIZATION TOURS of the best wildlife areas in northern New Hampshire. They are deigned to introduce you to the natural wonders of this area and to encourage you to return to them.
Black-backed Woodpecker (male), photo by Bob Quinn.
North of the well-known White Mountains there are enormous tracks of wild forest that are full of great birds and other wildlife yet have few visitors. These dramatic landscapes shimmer with brilliant lakes and the bogs are frequented by secretive Moose. And the birds! In May the warblers should be in abundance and the northern specialties such as Canada Jays and Black-backed Woodpeckers will be nesting.
We will spend one night each in Errol, near the wild and unspoiled Lake Umbagog, and in Pittsburg’s stunningly beautiful Connecticut Lakes region. This will give you an introduction to these marvelous areas, including a chance to see some great birds and other wildlife. You owe it to yourself to experience this unique area with the guide who knows it best!
North Country Lodging, photo by Bob Quinn.
DISCOUNTED COST: $245.00 per person (double occupancy).
Single supplement of $85.
Cost includes lodging, guide, slide shows, and handouts. Transportation and meals are the responsibility of the participants. Limited to ten participants. To reserve your spot please contact Bob directly at RAQbirds@aol.com or (603) 746-2535.
The tours are supported by a grant from the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation to promote birding in northern Coos County.

Top photo: Spruce Grouse (Bob Quinn).

Photography Workshop at Massabesic Center
2022-10-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Date: October 18th, 5:00pm-6:30pm
Price: $12 for members, $15 for non-members
Join local nature photographer, Tracy Brunner, at the Massabesic Center for a late afternoon photo hike along Massabesic Lake. The walk will start at the Center and continue on the trails to photograph the beautiful lakeshore landscapes and the local wildlife. During the workshop, Tracy will discuss tips for getting the most out of your landscape photographs, will provide suggestions for camera settings and creative compositions, and answer your photography questions.
Recommended Equipment:
· Camera with spare batteries
· Comfortable walking shoes
· Wide, standard, or zoom lenses (any will will work)
· Tripod (optional)
· Polarizer or neutral density filters (optional)

Photo credit: Tracy Brunner

Late-season Migration at Pack Monadnock
2022-10-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Pack Monadnock, 13 Miller Park Road, Peterborough, NH, 03458, United States
Join Phil Brown, the Harris Center’s Bird Conservation Director, for a half day of hawk watching at the Pack Monadnock Raptor Observatory in Peterborough. We will hope for late season migration which, in mid-October, can include Golden Eagles and Northern Goshawks, large flocks of migrant Canada Geese, songbirds, and even scoters!
Learn hawk watching ID tips from the experts and learn about the different migration strategies and behaviors of up to 15 migratory raptor species. During a visit to the hawk watch, you’ll experience NH’s birding culture and immerse yourself in a long-standing community science project that is a partnership between the Harris Center and NH Audubon. Meet at the Observatory for the 10 am start time, and stay as long as you’d like. The Park usually closes by 4 pm in late October. Weather conditions may cancel.
State park reservations with Miller State Park and a small fee are required for visiting Pack Monadnock. Visit their website for more information on park fees and reservations, as well as accessibility.
Contact: Phil Brown.
Registration is limited to 15 and participants should be fully vaccinated. As the event nears, for additional details and to sign-up, visit the Seacoast Chapter website.
