Each 1.5 hour program consists of guided walk by trained naturalists, a follow-up discussion, and teacher support materials. A Maine Audubon Natural History outreach program makes a wonderful addition to any classroom, daycare center, library, party, or community function. Each outreach program is designed to inspire and invite children to discover the natural world around them. Programs are offered in Southern and Central Maine. Maine Audubon educators, working with the Portland Parks and Recreation Department, conduct weekly programs at four of the city's school-based community centers, focusing on youngsters with few opportunities to build relationships with nature.
Nature walks, outdoor games, experiments and discussion add to the fun and learning.
Outreach program specially designed for preschool learning stages are also offered. We operate both day and overnight camps offering more than 40 different programs for young children, teens, adults, and family groups. Maine Audubon's education programs are readily incorporated in the new Learning Results initiative.