BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Western Maine Audubon - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Western Maine Audubon REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250324T142139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162143Z UID:1078-1756036800-1756051200@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: 2025 Monarch Festival - DESCRIPTION: URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/2025-monarch-festival/ LOCATION:Valentine Farm\, 162 North Road\, Bethel\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://western.maineaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-08-24-monarch-festival.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250731T181437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162346Z UID:1102-1756922400-1756926000@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: "Common" Maine Birds... Crazy Facts - DESCRIPTION:Tim presents a collection of fascinating facts about “common” Maine birds\, highlighting their unique behaviors\, adaptations\, and abilities. From the incredible migration of our local Blackpoll Warblers to the facial recognition skills of the American Crow\, each bird is showcased with intriguing\, sometimes amusing details. The talk also touches on the impact of human activities on birds\, such as the importance of turning off lights at night for migratory birds. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/common-maine-birds-crazy-facts/ LOCATION:Rangeley Public Library\, 7 Lake Street\, Rangeley\, ME\, 04970-1150\, United States CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://western.maineaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-09-03-common-maine-birds-crazy-facts.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T103000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250823T112811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162143Z UID:1127-1757836800-1757845800@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Bird Walk at Flint Woods in Farmington - DESCRIPTION:Fall migration peaks in mid September! While the birds are not singing as loudly and often are not as colorful\, there are many more of them! With the new batch of baby birds out of the nest and on their own\, fall migration can be just as exciting with a higher quantity of birds than Spring. We’ll explore the various habitats in Flint woods and hope to catch up with flocks of migrating warblers and other birds. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/fall-migration-bird-walk-flint-woods/ LOCATION:Flint Woods\, Farmington\, 218 Titcomb Hill Rd\, Farmington\, ME\, 04947\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://western.maineaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/bird-walk-flint-woods.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250730T131403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162532Z UID:1099-1758740400-1758747600@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Board Meeting - DESCRIPTION:Our board meetings are open to our membership. Contact us for details and the location. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/board-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Farmington\, Maine\, Farmington\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250821T205927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162346Z UID:1109-1759341600-1759345200@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Sermon on the Mountain Bird - DESCRIPTION:The Bicknell’s Thrush is one of the rarest songbirds in North America. During the breeding season\, they are found exclusively on mountains\, where they nest in dense tangles of forest. Here in Maine\, they can be found in the White Mountains and on Mount Katahdin. They’re a sought after species for birders because of their rarity and a topic of study for biologists due to their risk for extinction. \nThere’s much we still don’t know about this secretive species. But\, with time\, effort\, and modern technology\, we’re learning more and more about their behavior\, population trends\, and what we can do to protect them and their habitat. James Longo is a PhD student researching this species’ conservation. He will share what we know about Bicknell’s Thrush\, what we’re learning\, and what you can do to help. \n \nJames Longo is a PhD student at the University of Maine. He works in Dr. Amber Roth’s lab\, where he researches Bicknell’s Thrush conservation. He is also a board member for Downeast Audubon\, Founder/Coordinator of the Hancock County Young Birders Club\, and guide for the Acadia Birding Festival. He grew up in upstate New York and received his bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Science from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/sermon-on-the-mountain-bird/ LOCATION:Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp\, 65 Water St\, Skowhegan\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://western.maineaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/sermon-on-the-mountain-bird.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250822T153920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162532Z UID:1111-1762369200-1762374600@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Annual Meeting - DESCRIPTION:The Annual Meeting of Western Maine Audubon. We will meet in conjunction with a talk (to be announced) for the election of officers and board members and conduct any other necessary business. This year we may be proposing some tweaks to our bylaws. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Thomas Auditorium\, Preble Hall\, UMF\, 173 High Street\, Farmington\, Maine\, 04938 CATEGORIES:Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250826T134808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162346Z UID:1134-1762369200-1762374600@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Maine Audubon's Coastal Birds Project - DESCRIPTION:Hear about Maine Audubon’s Coastal Birds Project from one of their crew members! UMF senior Spencer Brennick will talk about his experiences helping people\, animals\, and birds share beachfront. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/maine-audubons-coastal-birds-project/ LOCATION:Thomas Auditorium\, Preble Hall\, UMF\, 173 High Street\, Farmington\, Maine\, 04938 CATEGORIES:Talks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251214 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250917T185541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T204039Z UID:1146-1765670400-1765756799@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Christmas Bird Count (CBC) Farmington, Maine [MEFA 56885] - DESCRIPTION:The 126th Christmas Bird Count! We’ve reactivated the Farmington Circle as part of the nation’s longest-running community science bird project. Find out more about the Christmas Bird Count. \n \nSector Maps\n\nNew Vineyard\nIndustry\nDowntown\nNew Sharon\nWest Farmington\nEast Wilton\nTemple\nFairbanks\nStrong URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/christmas-bird-count-cbc-farmington-maine-mefa-56885/ LOCATION:Maine ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maine Audubon":MAILTO:wma@westernmaineaudubon.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20251211T164138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162346Z UID:1166-1770314400-1770319800@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Snowy Owls with Scott Weidensaul: A Project SNOWStorm Update - DESCRIPTION:Join Maine Audubon’s second annual All Chapter Speaker event on Thursday Feb. 5 at 6pm. We’re hosting acclaimed author and naturalist Scott Weidensaul for a discussion about Snowy Owls and his work with Project SNOWStorm. Project SNOWstorm uses innovative science to understand Snowy Owls\, and to engage people in their conservation through outreach and education. Join us for a lively\, virtual discussion about these incredible birds\, and preorder Scott’s new book\, The Return of the Oystercatcher. \nThe program will be recorded and sent to all registrants. \nRegister for this free event. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/scott-weidensaul-project-snowstorm/ LOCATION:Virtual/Webinar CATEGORIES:Talks,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://western.maineaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/snowy-owl-crow-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20260213T212625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T212625Z UID:1271-1772474400-1772483400@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Board Meeting - March 2026 - DESCRIPTION:Our board meetings are open to our membership. Contact us for details and the location. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/board-meeting-march-2026/ LOCATION:Farmington\, Maine\, Farmington\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maine Audubon":MAILTO:wma@westernmaineaudubon.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20260227T155136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T155136Z UID:1276-1772800200-1772805600@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: The science of when science doesn’t matter—and what we can do about it - DESCRIPTION:Scientists think of science as being the source of truth. But statistical significance is not the same as social significance. Society has to assign value to something before science can be put to use. Sometimes\, the science we produce is simply irrelevant to what society values. In some cases\, more science can make problems even worse. A growing body of social psychology literature in the last decade helps explain why we all react to science differently. In this talk\, John Hagan describes why society reacts so differently to the same set of facts\, and what we can do to overcome this problem. \nJohn has a varied and\, although this will embarrass him\, illustrious career. He was President of Manomet Conservation Sciences\, which pursues conservation science across the Americas. He is the founder\, President\, and CEO of Our Climate Common. John has been a leader in using LIDAR (remote sensing) for finding old forests in Maine and for how to think about and manage those important ecosystems. He has partnered with many for-profit sectors on sustainability\, including large timberland owners\, farmers\, institutional investors\, retailers\, fishermen\, and many others. He received the Austin Wilkins Award from Maine Governor John Baldacci for his work on the stewardship and conservation of Maine’s forests\, the Integrity in Conservation award from the New England Society of American Foresters\, and the Natural Resources Council award for Commitment to Maine’s Environment. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/the-science-of-when-science-doesnt-matter-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/ LOCATION:Thomas Auditorium\, Preble Hall\, UMF\, 173 High Street\, Farmington\, Maine\, 04938 CATEGORIES:Talks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20260111T192851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T170031Z UID:1174-1773937800-1773941400@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: “Common” Crazy Maine Birds! - DESCRIPTION:Tim presents a collection of fascinating facts about “common” Maine birds\, highlighting their unique behaviors\, adaptations\, and abilities. From the incredible migration of our tiny Blackpoll Warblers to the facial recognition skills of the American Crow\, each bird is showcased with intriguing\, sometimes amusing details. The talk also touches on the impact of human activities on birds\, such as the importance of turning off lights at night for migratory birds. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/common-maine-birds-crazy-facts-carrabassett/ LOCATION:Carrabassett Valley Public Library\, 3209 Carrabassett Drive\, Carrabassett Valley\, ME\, 04947\, United States CATEGORIES:Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://western.maineaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/crazy-maine-birds.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maine Audubon":MAILTO:wma@westernmaineaudubon.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20260325T171100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T152437Z UID:1280-1776105000-1776112200@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Board Meeting - April 2026 - DESCRIPTION:Our board meetings are open to our membership. Contact us for details and the location. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/board-meeting-april-2026/ LOCATION:Farmington\, Maine\, Farmington\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Meetings ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maine Audubon":MAILTO:wma@westernmaineaudubon.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250926T184832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T154607Z UID:1149-1778313600-1778320800@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Global Big Day Bird Walk at Valentine Farm - DESCRIPTION:Join Western Maine Audubon and Mahoosuc Land Trust for the eBird Global Big Day! All levels of birders are welcome as we try to document as many species of birds as we can. The Valentine Farm provides a wide variety of habitats and thus a wide variety of birds. Lean about the species of bird migrating through and connect with many resident birds as well. \nBe prepared for weather and bugs. In case of rain\, we’ll postpone to Sunday\, May 10. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/big-day-2026/ LOCATION:Valentine Farm\, 162 North Road\, Bethel\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T235900 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20260111T130634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T131303Z UID:1172-1778572800-1778630340@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Bird Walk, Foothills Land Conservancy Trails - DESCRIPTION: URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/tentative-bird-walk/ LOCATION:Foothills Land Conservancy Trail\, 332 Pond Rd\, Wilton\, ME\, 04294\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maine Audubon":MAILTO:wma@westernmaineaudubon.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250926T184911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162050Z UID:1150-1779494400-1779580799@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Tentative Bird Walk - DESCRIPTION: URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/tentative-spring-bird-walk-2/ LOCATION:Maine CATEGORIES:Bird Walks ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maine Audubon":MAILTO:wma@westernmaineaudubon.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260530 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20250926T184940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162050Z UID:1151-1780099200-1780185599@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Tentative Bird Walk - DESCRIPTION: URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/tentative-spring-bird-walk-3/ LOCATION:Maine CATEGORIES:Bird Walks ORGANIZER;CN="Western Maine Audubon":MAILTO:wma@westernmaineaudubon.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260604 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20260111T130246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T140458Z UID:1170-1780531200-1780876799@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: Rangeley Birding Festival 2026 - DESCRIPTION:Details TBA. URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/rangeley-birding-festival-2/ LOCATION:Rangeley\, Maine CATEGORIES:Bird Walks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://western.maineaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/rbf-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260829 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830 DTSTAMP:20260420T084851 CREATED:20260127T183003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T162143Z UID:1188-1787961600-1788134399@western.maineaudubon.org SUMMARY: 2026 Monarch Festival - DESCRIPTION: URL:https://western.maineaudubon.org/event/2026-monarch-festival/ LOCATION:Valentine Farm\, 162 North Road\, Bethel\, ME\, United States CATEGORIES:Bird Walks END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR