Western Maine Audubon is a chapter of Maine Audubon.
Western Maine Audubon is interested in documenting additional Cliff Swallow populations in our area. Populations of these amazing aerial insectivores have declined significantly, and we’re looking to see if there are colonies we might be able to support. Like Barn Swallows that many people may be more familiar with, Cliff Swallows have taken to nesting…
After many years of great stewardship, the Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust has passed along the Rangeley Birding Festival to Western Maine Audubon and Maine Audubon. We will be hosting the festival June 5–7 to show you the best boreal birdwatching! From Boreal Chickadees in our vast forests to Loons on our magnificent lakes to the…
You may be waiting for warblers, but spring migration is already ON here in Western Maine. Various blackbirds such as Red-winged Blackbirds, crackles, and cowbirds starting making their way into this part of Maine about two weeks ago. While it happens most years it does seem just a bit out of place to hear a…
Maine Public recently published an article Maine’s shifting songbirds reflect a warming climate. We are seeing some of the same trends up here in Western Maine. Species like Canada Jay are declining in our area. Species historically found further south are increasingly being seen in Western Maine like Carolina Wren and Prairie Warbler. Last spring…
The State of the Birds Report for 2025 is out and there is little news to be excited about. Groups of birds that had shown recent conservation successes like dabbling and diving ducks are now showing downward trends. Conservation efforts can help, but much more is needed to prevent rapid future declines. Dig into the…
The Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) is this weekend, February 14–17, 2025. All you need is fifteen minutes to observe the birds near you. Learn more and find out how to participate at the GBBC site.
After 8 or so years of heading Western Maine Audubon I have decided it is time to step back and have someone younger and with new ideas take over. I am excited to introduce Tim Flight to you as the new president of WMA. He is an avid and experienced birder and enthusiastic about conservation…
Nick Lund from Maine Audubon will talk about legislative challenges ahead. Come to Thomas Auditorium, Preble Hall, UMF at 7:00 for his talk. If necessary join us on a live Webinar at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83338511126
Error in newsletter – The Piliated Press; first talk is 9/11/2024
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