NH Audubon

Speaking for Wildlife - Alpine Averill Photography Exhibit
2024-08-07 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-08 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-09 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-10 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-14 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-15 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-16 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-08-17 11:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 6 more dates | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
Visit the McLane Center during our center hours to enjoy the “Speaking for Wildlife: Living in Harmony” photography exhibit by Rebecca Scott (Alpine Averill Photography)!
(Collage of photos from the exhibit, by Rebecca Scott/Alpine Averill Photography.)
About Rebecca Scott and Alpine Averill Photography: “Alpine Averill Photography is an adventure in life. Respect for wildlife & their habitats. There is quiet discovery, exploration, peaceful inclusion, time lost in nature & storytelling that unfolds with the leaves in the trees.
This photo journey began at a young age with childhood dreams of working for National Geographic. In awe of wilderness, an overflowing love for all animals & the creative desire to capture moments in time was my driving force. Alpine Averill the inspiration as a remote beautiful location where life reaches perfection, Shangri-la.
The goal for sharing my passion & work is to express & extend the gratitude & joy that I feel while spending time in the field with all of these amazing animals. I hope to light a spark or encourage an enhanced interest in growth, learning & understanding that all life on earth is connected. All is interdependent.
As a Conservationist, an educated Geographer & Naturalist I present photos taken with deep connection, care, concern & spirit like immersion into the habitats visited.”

Youth Program at Paradise Point
2024-08-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Paradise Point Nature Center, 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, 03241, United States
Explore 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.

Family Program at Paradise Point
2024-08-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Paradise Point Nature Center, 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, 03241, United States
Explore and learn about local ecosystems and wildlife through weekly family-focused programs with the Lead Naturalist. Explore and play nature-themed games on topics such as: animal signs, reptiles and amphibians, decomposers, wetland critters, and more. Suitable for families with children ages 8 and up.

Nature Art Program at Paradise Point
2024-08-12 10:00 - 13:00, 2024-08-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Paradise Point Nature Center, 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, 03241, United States
Come create a fun piece of nature art in or around the Paradise Point Nature Center. Creativity is encouraged as we use arts and crafts to explore themes and concepts in nature. Suitable for all ages but geared towards 3–7-year-olds. Pre-registration is not required for this program.

Guided Paddle at Paradise Point
2024-08-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Paradise Point Nature Center, 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, 03241, United States
Choose 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 guardian.
For details on boat rental prices, navigate to the Newfound Center page under the “Centers and Events” tab.
RSVP below – Payment for boat rentals will be collected at the center before the paddle.

Red Barn Speaker Series - A New Revolution in Migration Research: The Motus Wildlife Tracking System
2024-08-13 19:00 - 20:15 | Red Barn, 41 North Shore Road, Hebron, NH, United States
2024 Red Barn Series, Newfound Audubon
No registration necessary – just come and join us!
Speaker: Dr. Carol Foss, NH Audubon
Learn how automated radio telemetry has transformed the way biologists study bird migration and how New Hampshire plays a role in this global network. Explore the travels of birds that travel New Hampshire skies in spring and fall and follow the paths of Monarchs and Rusty Blackbirds tagged by NH Audubon biologists.
Please park across the street at Ash Cottage. Download a map here. Note that this is now a private residence and there is no bathroom access.
Thank you to our generous sponsors: John S. Jordan Design PLLC and the Hebron Conservation Committee.
Photo: Male Rusty Blackbird by Anna Peel.

Hot Topics in the Garden: UNH Extension Yard and Garden Infoline Live
2024-08-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Massabesic Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, NH, United States
Join us for a special Infoline Live event where the participants take the floor to ask a panel of UNH Extension Home Horticulture staff and Master Gardener volunteers their pressing yard and garden questions as well as to hear more about this year’s hot topics. This event will also be promoted as a Facebook Live event from our UNH Extension Yard and Garden page for those who want to join online.
Bring your questions!
Presented by:

Steph Sosinski, UNH Extension Home Horticulture Program Manager
Sean O’Brien, UNH Extension Home Horticulture Program Manager
Will Lowenthal, UNH Extension Master Gardener (2018), vegetable grower
Stacey Scaccia, UNH Extension Master Gardener (2019), pollinator gardener
Ruth Smith, UNH Extension Master Gardener Program Manager, moderator

Cost: This event is free, but pre-registration is required to help us plan.
Registration Required by August 13th.
For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact Massabesic Center Director, Kimmie Whiteman.
This program is brought to you through an on-going partnership between the University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program and New Hampshire Audubon. 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.

ID Hikes with the Newfound Center
2024-08-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Paradise Point Nature Center, 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, 03241, United States
Open 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.

Red Barn Speaker Series - Nature In Focus: Images of Flora, Fauna and Landscapes of New England
2024-08-20 19:00 - 20:15 | Red Barn, 41 North Shore Road, Hebron, NH, United States
2024 Red Barn Series, Newfound Audubon
No registration necessary – just come and join us!
Speaker: Bob Fleck, Author/Photographer
“In all things of Nature, there is something of the marvelous.” ~ Aristotle
The selection of photographic images to be presented in this lecture portray the artist’s interpretation of Aristotle’s ancient words. Curated from photographs taken by Bob Fleck over the past decade, the overarching theme of the lecture is “finding the marvelous” available to us to witness in the natural world and bringing it into focus via photography and patience (plus a little luck!). We need not travel beyond New Hampshire and New England to be in awe.
As we ponder the images presented, we will search for the details, the “marvelous”, the overall beauty that abounds in nature. Many instances presented by the photographer were but a moment in time, yet a memory forever. The presentation represents such a small fraction of what is discoverable, if we only take the time to look and see (and sometimes lucky enough to capture) “something of the marvelous”. Bob will also discuss some of his equipment and how some of the images were captured. Questions are encouraged throughout the session.
Many of the images from his book, “Seasons At A New England Bog – A Photographic Essay”, as well as many other examples of the “marvels” of nature will be shared during the lecture/discussion.
A musical montage of pages from the book will start shortly prior to the main presentation as people are arriving. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and inscribing by Bob.
Please park across the street at Ash Cottage. Download a map here. Note that this is now a private residence and there is no bathroom access.
Thank you to our generous sponsors: John S. Jordan Design PLLC and the Hebron Conservation Committee.
Photo: Pink Lady’s Slippers by Bob Fleck.

Becky Suomala's Retirement Celebration
2024-08-22 16:00 - 18:00 | McLane Center, 84 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH, 03301, United States
As most of you know, Becky Suomala is retiring from NH Audubon this fall. Please join us on Thursday, August 22 to celebrate her amazing years of service to conservation in New Hampshire. People are welcome to gather at the McLane Center in Concord anytime from 4:00 – 6:00 pm. Becky asks that you please wear a name tag to help her and everyone connect. She’s been working at NH Audubon since February 2, 1988 and looks forward to seeing volunteers, members, friends, and staff that she has known over the years. There will be light refreshments.
Becky has asked that, in lieu of any gifts, donations be made to the New Hampshire Bird Records Endowment Fund at NH Audubon. Donations may be made online or by check; please put Becky’s name and NHBR Endowment in the Tribute text box or the check memo. For more information about making a gift, contact Hope Jordan.

Isles of Shoals Birding Trip
2024-08-24 08:00 - 2024-08-26 17:00
Experience the magic of the Isles of Shoals in early fall. Spending nights on Appledore Island will give us the opportunity to explore the diversity of the islands. Over 200 species of songbirds, seabirds, and waterfowl occur on Appledore as migrants – making it a perfect spot to observe fall movements.
The Appledore Island Migration Banding Station will be in operation and we will have the chance to observe songbird migrants up close. Neighboring White and Seavey Islands are home to a thriving Common, Roseate, and Arctic tern colony after restoration efforts were initiated by NH Audubon in 1997. Most of the terns will have started their southern journey, but we will take a boat tour of the islands, hear project details, and land if possible.
In addition to all the spectacular birding that the islands have to offer, we will take time to explore other aspects of Appledore, Shoals Marine Laboratory, and Celia Thaxter’s garden. Activities may include exploring the intertidal, an island history walk, or learning about SML’s innovative research programs focused on understanding and sustaining the marine environment.
Registration and details here.

Closed: Newfound Center
2024-08-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Paradise Point Nature Center, 290 Northshore Road, Hebron, 03241, United States
The Newfound Center will be closed on August 26. You can still enjoy the trails from dawn to dusk if you are looking to visit and enjoy nature. (We will follow regular center hours for the rest of the week.)

Pelagic Wildlife Introduction Webinar
2024-08-29 19:00 - 20:00
Join NH Audubon for a deep dive into pelagic wildlife watching! In this webinar, we will focus on birds often seen at sea. We’ll discuss frequent and hoped-for sightings associated with NH Audubon’s biannual Pelagic Trip, which sets sail every spring and fall. Whether you’re joining us on the boat this fall, or planning a seafaring adventure of your own, this webinar will teach you the basics of identifying common pelagic birds (and mammals) found off New Hampshire’s coast.
This workshop is free to all Pelagic Trip attendees, you will receive a Zoom invitation before the webinar.
Presenter:
NH Audubon volunteer and avid birder Jon Woolf will give an introductory webinar on Thursday, August 29th, 7-8pm
For mobility, sensory, behavioral, or other accessibility accommodations, please contact Slater Roosa.
