NH Audubon

Earth Day Exhibition 2024 - A Nature Inspired Show
2024-04-16 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-17 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-18 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-19 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-23 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-24 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-25 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-26 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Each year, NH Audubon holds a day-long, family-friendly Earth Day celebration at the Massabesic Center (this year on Saturday, April 20). 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 the exhibit – Birches by Ron Bowman.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy nature-themed artwork produced by some of New Hampshire’s finest craftsmen, displayed in the peaceful setting of this beautiful wildlife sanctuary. The exhibition will be open during regular Center hours from April 5-May 31. A reception hosted by the League, and open to the public, will be held on April 21 from 2-4pm.
About the League of NH Craftsmen: For over 90 years, the League has enriched New Hampshire communities through its mission to advance, cultivate and champion fine craft. The League offers a wide-range of educational programs for adults and children, and outstanding hand-made craft is available for purchase at seven affiliated Fine Craft Galleries throughout the state.

Brockway Wee Explorers - Scales, Skins, and Scutes
2024-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Brockway Nature Preserve, Farrington Corner Road, Hopkinton, NH, United States
Join New Hampshire Audubon at Brockway Nature Preserve in Hopkinton for nature exploration with your 3-5 year old. Programs will be held on the first and third Wednesday of every month through May. Each program has an exciting theme regarding wildlife, nature, or the seasons. Programs will begin at 10 am 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 time; participants will be notified by email of cancellations. To find the meeting circle, park at the Brockway Nature Preserve parking area along Farrington Corners Road in Hopkinton, then follow the entrance trail across the bridge to the circle. For detailed directions, see here. Contact Devin Guilfoyle with any questions about the program. Maximum 10 children.
Cost: Non-resident NH Audubon members: $5/family; Non-resident non-members: $10/family; Free to Hopkinton Residents* (RSVP required below)
*Thanks to an endowment from Dorothy Brockway Osborne, this program is free for Hopkinton Residents.

Human / Nature
2024-04-17 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-18 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-19 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-23 11:00 - 17:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Elderglass by Jackie Hanson.
In this ongoing series, artist Jackie Hanson uses pastels to paint immersive landscapes that feature both well-known and overlooked vantages, often (but not exclusively) from New Hampshire and Maine. While pleasant to the eye, these works help her to think about the tangled relationship between humans and nature. This relationship is both one of forces opposed to each other and inexplicably tied together. Humans can have a devastating impact on our environment, but in many everyday cases, you can observe the Earth reclaiming where humans have moved on. Meanwhile, the human race is beholden to time and ultimately to our planet as well. Jackie’s paintings explore the beauty of the balance between human activity and the Earth’s reciprocity, and the sublime power nature holds. (Recommended reading: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer.)
Bio: Jackie Hanson spent her childhood in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, raised in a family where art and creativity were always encouraged. While growing up, she became familiar with the beauty of the outdoors in New England: lakes, mountains, small farms, and plenty of day trips to the ocean. After first using pastels in high school, she rediscovered her love for them while in college, and the way they made her feel the same excitement in the studio as when exploring the natural world. Jackie graduated from New England College’s Institute of Art and Design in 2022 with her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and plans to continue her art practice as a career.
An Artist’s Reception has been rescheduled to April 24, 4-6pm at the McLane Center.

Entomology for the Masses: Introducing the Insects with Lakes Region Chapter of NH Audubon
2024-04-18 19:00 - 20:00 | The Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH, 03254, United States
This talk is a celebration of everything with six legs. Insects are by far the most abundant and diverse group of organisms on earth, with by some estimates well over a million species – or slightly over half of ALL species known to live on our planet. And yet what do we REALLY know about these critters? Some of the things insects do are stranger than fiction, but rest assured that they are doing it all the time right under our noses. For example, did you know that male dragonflies can scoop sperm from a previous male out of females’ reproductive organs? Or that some wasps lay eggs inside living caterpillars, and the wasp larvae eat the caterpillar alive from the inside out? And then there are the more familiar stories involving metamorphosis, pollination, and mimicry. So join us to learn some of the basics of insect biology, including an overview of the major groups

Bird Outing at Cedar Swamp Preserve
2024-04-19 08:30 - 10:00 | Cedar Swamp Preserve, Countryside Boulevard, Manchester, NH, 03102, United States
Join NH Audubon for a birding outing along the trails at the Cedar Swamp Preserve in Manchester.
This is an informal birding outing that begins at the Cedar Swamp Preserve and explores the trails with local birder, Joe Mahoney and the Massabesic Center’s education coordinator, Slater Roosa. 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. This outing is accessible via public transportation, on Manchester Transit Authority’s Bus 11 route.
Cost is $8/members or $10/non-members, please contact Slater Roosa if this may be a barrier for your participation. Binocular rental included with ticket. 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 soggy or muddy in the rainy season. Dogs are not allowed on this walk. See here for directions to Cedar Swamp Preserve.

Owl Prowl
2024-04-20 04:00 - 09:00 | NH
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 or 603-661-7703. The trip should end by approximately 9:00 AM.
This field trip will be limited to 20 participants. As the event nears, visit the Seacoast Chapter website for more information and to sign-up.

Earth Day Celebration 2024
2024-04-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
On Saturday, April 20, 2024 NH Audubon Massabesic Center is hosting their Earth Day Celebration. This year’s theme is Planet vs. Plastics; join in the fun with games, crafts, and a special presentation. Don’t miss a day of celebrating planet Earth while also learning to conserve wildlife and our natural resources.
Visit our Earth Day webpage as the event nears for the schedule of the day and all the event details.
Cost: $10 for a family of four (members), $15 for a family of four (non-members).

Earth Day Exhibition 2024 - A Nature Inspired Show
2024-04-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Each year, NH Audubon holds a day-long, family-friendly Earth Day celebration at the Massabesic Center (today, Saturday, April 20). 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 the exhibit – Birches by Ron Bowman.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy nature-themed artwork produced by some of New Hampshire’s finest craftsmen, displayed in the peaceful setting of this beautiful wildlife sanctuary. The exhibition will be open during regular Center hours from April 5-May 31. A reception hosted by the League, and open to the public, will be held on April 21 from 2-4pm.
About the League of NH Craftsmen: For over 90 years, the League has enriched New Hampshire communities through its mission to advance, cultivate and champion fine craft. The League offers a wide-range of educational programs for adults and children, and outstanding hand-made craft is available for purchase at seven affiliated Fine Craft Galleries throughout the state.

Reception for Earth Day Exhibition 2024 - A Nature Inspired Show
2024-04-21 14:00 - 16:00 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Join us for a reception with the League of NH Craftsmen to celebrate the beautiful Earth Day Exhibition.
Each 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 the exhibit – Birches by Ron Bowman.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy nature-themed artwork produced by some of New Hampshire’s finest craftsmen, displayed in the peaceful setting of this beautiful wildlife sanctuary. The exhibition will be open during regular Center hours from April 5-May 31.
About the League of NH Craftsmen: For over 90 years, the League has enriched New Hampshire communities through its mission to advance, cultivate and champion fine craft. The League offers a wide-range of educational programs for adults and children, and outstanding hand-made craft is available for purchase at seven affiliated Fine Craft Galleries throughout the state.

Human / Nature
2024-04-24 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-25 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-26 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-04-30 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-01 11:00 - 17:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Elderglass by Jackie Hanson.
In this ongoing series, artist Jackie Hanson uses pastels to paint immersive landscapes that feature both well-known and overlooked vantages, often (but not exclusively) from New Hampshire and Maine. While pleasant to the eye, these works help her to think about the tangled relationship between humans and nature. This relationship is both one of forces opposed to each other and inexplicably tied together. Humans can have a devastating impact on our environment, but in many everyday cases, you can observe the Earth reclaiming where humans have moved on. Meanwhile, the human race is beholden to time and ultimately to our planet as well. Jackie’s paintings explore the beauty of the balance between human activity and the Earth’s reciprocity, and the sublime power nature holds. (Recommended reading: Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer.)
Bio: Jackie Hanson spent her childhood in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, raised in a family where art and creativity were always encouraged. While growing up, she became familiar with the beauty of the outdoors in New England: lakes, mountains, small farms, and plenty of day trips to the ocean. After first using pastels in high school, she rediscovered her love for them while in college, and the way they made her feel the same excitement in the studio as when exploring the natural world. Jackie graduated from New England College’s Institute of Art and Design in 2022 with her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and plans to continue her art practice as a career.

Human / Nature Artist's Reception
2024-04-24 16:00 - 18:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States

Birding Outing at Hebron Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary
2024-04-27 08:00 - 09:30 | Hebron Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary, 43.693486,-71.8022052, Hebron, NH, 03241, United States
Join NH Audubon for a birding outing along the trails at the Hebron Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary!
This is an informal birding outing that begins at the parking lot at Ash Cottage on 50 N Shore Road in Hebron and explores the trails with Devin Guilfoyle, Newfound Center Coordinator. 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, with sturdy shoes. Expect to walk between 1-2 miles over mostly flat, but uneven trails through grassy terrain. Trails may be soggy or muddy in the rainy season.

Climate Café for Parents: Reflecting on Raising Children in a Warming Climate
2024-04-28 10:00 - 12:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
NH Audubon and the Climate and Health Initiative for Caregivers and Kids (CHICKs) are partnering to host a climate café for parents on April 28th at 10am at the McLane Center in Concord. Climate cafés are facilitated, small-group gatherings where participants are provided with a safe space to share their thoughts and emotions around the threat posed by global warming. This event will uniquely focus on the mental health of parents, who are presented with the burden of raising their children in the shadow of an uncertain and dangerous climate. The café is an opportunity to meet and connect with other local parents who are concerned about the impact of climate change.
The event will be co-facilitated by Maria Finnegan and Michelle Wagner. Ms. Finnegan is the Director of CHICKs with NH Healthcare Workers for Climate Action, where she leads the organization’s work around the physical and mental health impacts of climate change on children and caregivers. Ms. Wagner is a mental health educator and advocate here in New Hampshire, and holds both a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MS) and Master of Theological Studies (MTS).
Registration is required for this event. If you sign up and are unable to attend, please let organizers know so that we can let others in from the waitlist.
Organizers:
Emily Thompson (ethompson@nhclimatehealth.org)
Devin Guilfoyle (dguilfoyle@nhaudubon.org)

Brockway Wee Explorers - Who Lives in the Pond?
2024-05-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Brockway Nature Preserve, Farrington Corner Road, Hopkinton, NH, United States
