Pre-registration is required to attend field trips- email deaudubon@gmail.com. Someone will reply with a confirmation soon. No registration is required for programs which are free and open to the public. For more event details and to register for field trips, email deaudubon@gmail.com or call 207-664-4400.
Holiday Gathering and Program—
Wonders of Lightning
Friday, December 13, 6:30 p.m.
THE OLD SURRY SCHOOL Route 176 (Toddy Pond Road) right at the junction with the Ellsworth Road (Route 172).
During this festive season let’s gather together and share some good cheer! Bring something yummy for a cookie swap, drinks will be provided. After a bit of socializing and sampling what people have brought, we will discover the awesome power and mystery of different kinds of lightning. We'll delve into almost unbelievable stories. This enlightening program by retired naturalist Lynn Havsall will hopefully end with thunderous applause! No alcohol is allowed on the premises.
Christmas Bird Count
Participate in the 125th Christmas Bird Count and help contribute to the longest running survey in ornithology. From December 14 through January 5, organized groups choose ONE day to count birds seen or heard within a designated 15-mile circle. Join a team in the field (or go solo!) or keep a tally of the birds seen around your feeders if you live within the count circle. Results are compiled and sent to National Audubon where they are used to assess the health of bird populations and help guide conservation.
There are five counts in our area, and we need your help to make sure they get covered thoroughly! Contact the compilers listed below if you are interested in getting involved.
•MOUNT DESERT ISLAND—Saturday, December 14
Michael Good: info@downeastnaturetours.com
•BLUE HILL—Sunday, December 15
Zach Holderby: z_hold@hotmail.com
•DEER ISLE—Sunday, December 29
Tim Skillin: timothy.skillin@gmail.com
Roger Block: rtblock1@gmail.com
•HOG BAY–Sunday, December 29
Craig Kesselheim: ckesselheim@gmail.com
•SCHOODIC—Wednesday, January 1
Seth Benz: sbenz@schoodicinstitute.org
Game Night: Wingspan is Back!
Thursday, December 19, 6:00 p.m.
Blue Hill Library