BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Schoodic Institute - ECPv6.15.11//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Schoodic Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Schoodic Institute 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: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:20260807T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260515T144516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T172639Z UID:14422-1786107600-1786114800@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Observe to Conserve: Learning iNaturalist in Acadia (8/7) DESCRIPTION:Help inform our science!\nJoin us 8/7 for a hands-on introduction to the iNaturalist mobile app\, an online tool for exploring and documenting plants\, animals\, fungi\, and overall biodiversity.\nConnect with nature and learn how to use iNaturalist to share your observations! By submitting everyday sightings of plants\, animals\, and other wildlife\, you’ll contribute to a global database that scientists around the world\, including those at Schoodic Institute and Acadia National Park\, use to monitor biodiversity. \nDuring this 2-hour program\, you will be introduced to iNaturalist and its role in citizen science efforts. You’ll learn the basic functions of the app on your smartphone and use it to engage in a bioblitz\, a community event where participants record as many species as possible within a specific area and time frame. \nFree to sign up! Please scroll down to register.\nThis program blends a mix of outdoor exploration with indoor classroom time. All outdoor activity will be on easy\, paved walking paths\, with optional off-trail activity based on participants’ comfort level. Please dress accordingly – we recommend sunscreen\, light layers\, and sturdy shoes. We also suggest bringing water\, snacks\, and your smartphone with iNaturalist downloaded (if possible); all other gear will be provided by Schoodic Institute. If you need to borrow a smartphone\, please indicate so during registration. \nPlease note\, this program is for ages 15 and up\, unless accompanied by an adult. For those under 15\, the ratio must be 1:1 with a parent/guardian over 15 years old. At this time\, group sizes will be limited to 14. \n\n\n \n \n 2026 Observe to Conserve: iNaturalist Training in Acadia (8/7)\n "*" indicates required fields \n \n RegistrationName*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Address* \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n This program requires use of a smartphone or smartdevice. 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Would you like to sign up to receive monthly updates about what is going on at Schoodic Institute?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\, thank you\n \n \n \n I am already signed up!\n How did you find out about this event?*\n \n \n Monthly eNews\n \n \n \n Website\n \n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n Facebook/Instagram/LinkedIn\n \n \n \n Friends and family\n \n \n \n Colleagues\n \n \n \n Partner organization\n \n \n \n Other\n Would you like to make a donation to Schoodic Institute at this time?\n \n Yes\n Donation amount\n \n Billing InformationCredit CardCard Details\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Is the billing address different than that listed above?\n \n Yes\n Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State / Province / Region\n \n \n ZIP / Postal Code\n \n AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBonaire\, Sint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo\, Democratic Republic of theCook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzechiaCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFalkland IslandsFaroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHoly SeeHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea\, Democratic People's Republic ofKorea\, Republic ofKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesiaMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth MacedoniaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine\, State ofPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyria Arab RepublicTaiwanTajikistanTanzania\, the United Republic ofThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUS Minor Outlying IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited StatesUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaViet NamVirgin Islands\, BritishVirgin Islands\, U.S.Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland Islands\n Country\n \n \n Total URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/observe-to-conserve-iii/ CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community,Family,MeetAtSchoodic,Participatory Science,Schoodic Science ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Observe-to-Conserve-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260414T131009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T131009Z UID:14298-1787043600-1787068800@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Bird Carving with Wendell Gilley Museum DESCRIPTION:See how it’s done! Join us at Schoodic Institute with special guest carver Jim Vekasi from the Wendell Gilley Museum for hands-on bird carving demonstrations outside the Welcome Center at Rockefeller Hall (9am – 12noon\, and 1pm – 4pm). \nVisit with Jim and pick up a carving knife yourself – there is no charge to give it a try! Then visit the display of bird carvings from the Wendell Gilley Museum inside the Welcome Center. \nJim is a longtime carver with the Gilley\, as well as being a retired Acadia National Park employee who was deeply involved during the establishment of Schoodic Institute 25 years ago. URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/bird-carving-with-wendell-gilley-museum-6/ CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Community,Family,MeetAtSchoodic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Bird-Carving-Wendell-Gilley.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260823 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260830 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260105T221526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T164731Z UID:13883-1787443200-1788047999@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Climate Change: Sea to Trees at Acadia National Park with Earthwatch II DESCRIPTION:Join Earthwatch in Acadia National Park to help scientists uncover the impacts of climate change on one of New England’s most iconic and biodiverse landscapes\, contributing to crucial conservation efforts for its future. \nThe granite mountains and craggy coasts of the islands that make up Acadia are famous for their beauty and wildlife. This is classic\, unspoiled New England. Our partner\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park\, is based near the tip of Schoodic Point\, feet away from the crashing surf. \nAcadia is home to a stunning diversity of wildlife. It is on a bird “superhighway\,” a route heavily traveled by birds that migrate between Canada and South America. Researchers have recorded 23 species of warblers alone here. The park’s lakes and coastal waters also provide a home for 30 fish species and a wide array of invertebrates\, such as sea stars and urchins. \nBut global changes–like warming temperatures and ocean acidification–are significantly impacting the park\, threatening the diversity of wildlife within. Acadia’s scientists have compiled over 120 years of detailed natural history observations to compare current patterns to. On this expedition\, you’ll help collect similar data that can be compared to this extended time-series data set\, revealing how a changing climate influences Acadia. Few places in the country have such a rich pool of observations to draw from and make comparisons to. \nJoin us in helping scientists tell the story of how humans are transforming Acadia. Your efforts will contribute to research to inspire management strategies to protect this unique and vital national treasure. This is your chance to impact the future of one of the nation’s most beloved parks. \nFind more information\, including registration and full daily itinerary\, here. URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/climate-change-sea-to-trees-at-acadia-national-park-with-earthwatch-ii/ CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community,MeetAtSchoodic,Participatory Science END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T210000 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260119T142546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T104057Z UID:13959-1787857200-1787864400@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:2026 Maine Outdoor Film Festival at Schoodic Institute DESCRIPTION:Get your tickets today!\nThe Maine Outdoor Film Festival returns to Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park on August 27\, 2026 for an evening of outdoor adventure and conservation films under the stars! \nTickets Here\nThe Maine Outdoor Film Festival is an outlet for Maine filmmakers’ creativity. By attending a Maine Outdoor Film Festival screening\, thousands of Mainers get the chance to see specially curated outdoor adventure and conservation filmmaking in their area. \nThe film program will last approximately two hours. Event begins at 7:00PM\, and screening will start at 7:30PM. We recommend bringing a chair and/or blanket\, warm layers\, a headlamp\, bug spray\, and your favorite snacks! \nTickets are $15 per person\, or you can take advantage of our Friends & Family pack – 4 tickets for $50! You may register up to 6 people – tickets after the 4-pack will be priced at the discounted rate of $12.50 per person. \nDID YOU KNOW? Schoodic Institute is the conservation science expert leading the response to rapid change facing parks\, people\, and the planet. By participating in events at Schoodic Institute\, you are contributing to our mission of inspiring science\, learning\, and community for a changing world and helping to support vital ecosystem research and education for all ages. \nMany thanks to our sponsor\, Design Group Collaborative. Offering architectural and interior design services at all stages of your project\, collaboration is at the heart of DGC’s practice. DGC takes a unique approach to participatory design with customers to achieve responsive project solutions that fit your needs. Learn more at dgcarchitects.com. \n  URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/2026-moff-at-schoodic-institute/ CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Family,MeetAtSchoodic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MOFF-2024-Web-Banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260902 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20251105T170608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T103406Z UID:13658-1788307200-1788739199@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:2026 Painting Retreat in Acadia with Philip Frey DESCRIPTION:© Ravens Nest Afternoon Light by Philip Frey\nThis 5-day plein air painting retreat—set in the heart of Acadia National Park on the Schoodic Peninsula—is designed specifically for dedicated landscape painters. Working on location along the rugged coast of Acadia\, you’ll learn how to simplify complex natural forms\, organize composition and color\, and build paintings with clarity and intention. This plein air retreat is a structured\, small-group immersion focused on helping you make real\, visible progress in your work. We will be staying on the beautiful coastal campus of Schoodic Institute\, who will house and feed us for the retreat. \nTwo packages are available: Commuter for $1\,195 is the base package while Residential for $1\,795 provides an enhanced experience. Commuter Package includes instruction\, studio time\, and the following meals: A social prior to dinner on September 2\, bag lunch on September 3 and 5; A social hour and lobster dinner on September 5. Residential Package includes everything in the Commuter Package\, plus: lodging the nights of September 2-5; a social followed by Dinner on September 3-5; and Breakfast September 3-6. **PLEASE NOTE that lodging is a private bedroom in a SHARED apartment. You will share the living area\, kitchen and bathroom with another student.** Limited number of private apartments available for an upcharge. Contact Michelle Pinkham at (207) 288-1356 to check availability.  \nClick Here to Apply\nPlease note\, a National Park pass valid for Acadia National Park is required. \n\nWhat You’ll Learn \nThroughout the retreat\, we’ll focus on the core problems that hold painters back in landscape painting: \n\nSimplifying complex scenes into clear\, paintable structures\nChoosing effective color palettes through an understanding of color harmony\nSeeing and organizing value and color relationships in changing coastal light\nBuilding strong compositions from observation using dynamic symmetry\nDeveloping a repeatable painting process you can carry forward after the retreat\n\nEach concept is taught through demonstration\, guided practice\, and direct feedback. \nA Location That Inspires and Teaches \nAcadia National Park in the Schoodic Peninsula offers a uniquely beautiful and powerful setting for painters: \n\nThe bold coast and working waterfront are ideal for studying nature and structures\nDramatic light and weather shifts that reveal value relationships\nA quieter\, more focused environment than busier areas of Acadia\n\nThis environment isn’t just beautiful—it’s an active part of the learning process. \nWhat a Typical Day Looks Like \nEach day is designed to balance instruction\, practice\, reflection\, and connection with fellow artists. The mornings will start early with an on-site painting session\, with individual feedback while you work. The afternoons will include an instructor demonstration or lecture to break down key concepts (drawing\, value\, color\, composition) and a critique to help refine and problem-solve your work.   Participants will have ample time to engage in painting\, explore the surrounding area\, or relax at their leisure. Meals and a daily cocktail hour will be provided in a communal setting. \nTo Register \nApplicants must possess experience in plein-air painting and demonstrate proficiency in drawing at an intermediate level. So\, a brief application and image submission are required for admission. Applicants will receive a response within ten days of submission. The registration deadline is August 1\, 2026. \nInstructor Statement \nMy primary objective is to enhance the artistic development of my students\, fostering their unique approach to painting while emphasizing the fundamental principles of drawing and color theory. My classes emphasize composition and the historical context of art\, rather than adhering to a specific artistic style. The ultimate goal is to inspire participants with a renewed enthusiasm for painting and their own artistic endeavors. \nAbout the Instructor \nIn the past twenty years\, Philip Frey has developed into one of Maine’s finest landscape painters. Known as a brilliant colorist\, Frey paints Maine’s harbors and islands with a bold and sensitive palette that captures the light and moods of his home state\, from the streets of Ellsworth and Portland to Monhegan and Acadia National Park. \nStudent Testimonials \n“I have taken many YouTube workshops\, two workshops abroad\, and several online\, and Frey is my favorite teacher—so clear\, so many helpful techniques to apply\, and so kind and insightful in his critique.  This sets the stage always for a wonderful experience for everyone.” – Patricia R.\, NH \n“Everyone has a different approach to a painting project—its composition\, shapes and forms\, the colors\, and\, of course\, the process of applying paint. I think of it as a puzzle to solve\, and Frey taught me how to break down the process into solvable pieces. The discussion after painting was invaluable. I’ve been in reviews where an instructor would say\, ‘Did you think about this…\,’ or ‘Perhaps a little more color here…’ However\, Frey’s approach using Procreate to ‘adjust’ the composition\, color\, or depth of the image is amazing and powerful. Great tool\, and a great way to learn more about the process of thinking about painting composition and technique.” – Bruce H.\, Melrose\, MA \n\nwww.philipfrey.com \nPhoto courtesy of Philip Frey\nPhoto courtesy of Philip Frey\nPhoto courtesy of Philip Frey\nPhoto courtesy of Philip Frey\nPhoto courtesy of Philip Frey\nPhoto courtesy of Philip Frey URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/2026-painting-retreat-in-acadia-with-philip-frey/ LOCATION:Schoodic Institute\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Workshops,Arts,Community,MeetAtSchoodic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Philip-Frey-Elemental-Landscape-Workshop.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T220000 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260515T120352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T123454Z UID:14399-1788463800-1788472800@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Get To Know the Summer Stars Over Schoodic DESCRIPTION:Join us September 3 for Get To Know the Summer Stars Over Schoodic with Richard Luecke!  \nAs darkness falls over the Schoodic Peninsula\, the Milky Way arches across the sky from horizon to horizon. Late summer’s most prominent constellations are suspended within its pale glow. \nAmateur astronomer Richard Luecke will take you on an indoor 50-minute image-enhanced journey along that river of starlight and introduce you to summer’s most prominent constellations. You’ll learn to identify Perseus\, Cassiopeia and Andromeda\, Cygnus the Swan\, and Aquila\, Zeus’s pet eagle. Your journey will end in the constellation Sagittarius\, which marks the heart of the Milky Way Galaxy. It glistens with star clusters and glowing clouds of interstellar gas that even our naked eyes can perceive in the Schoodic’s dark sky. \nWe will meet in Moore Auditorium on Schoodic Institute’s campus first. Weather permitting\, we’ll venture outside for a green laser tour\, where you’ll meet these sky wonders face-to-face—and likely see a few flashing meteors! A large astronomical telescope will provide stunning views of the ET Cluster\, the Great Andromeda Galaxy\, the Dumbbell Nebula and more. \nREGISTER HERE\nBring binoculars if you have them\, and dress warmer than you’d think necessary. \nPhoto credit: jmnaturenightscapes URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/summer-stars-over-schoodic/ CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Family,MeetAtSchoodic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/113-Get-To-Know-the-Summer-Stars-Over-Schoodic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T220000 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260515T122022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T174914Z UID:14408-1788636600-1788645600@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Our Understanding of the Cosmos—Then and Now DESCRIPTION:Join us September 5 for Our Understanding of the Cosmos—Then and Now with Richard Luecke of the Gloucester Area Astronomy Club!  \nFor millennia\, people have tried to understand what they observed in the night sky–planets\, passing comets\, stars and the pale glow of the Milky Way. Our understanding has changed remarkably over the centuries thanks to progress in astronomy\, astrophysics and observing technology. \nThis visually enhanced presentation will focus on key moments in those centuries of progress\, which include the Earth-centered universe of the ancient world; Copernicus’s Sun-centered revolution; the revelations of Galileo’s wonderful telescope; physical laws revealed by Newton and Kepler; how we’ve learned to measure the vast distances of space; and Edwin Hubble’s breakthrough discoveries\, which have greatly expanded our measure of the universe. \nWe will meet in Moore Auditorium on Schoodic Institute’s campus. Weather permitting\, attendees will then be invited outdoors for a laser-guided tour of Maine’s stunning night sky\, followed by a viewing of star clusters\, nebulae and distant galaxies through a large telescope. \nREGISTER HERE\nBring binoculars if you have them\, and dress warmer than you’d think necessary. URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/our-understanding-of-the-cosmos/ LOCATION:Moore Auditorium\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park\, Acadia Drive\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Family,MeetAtSchoodic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/114-Understanding-the-Cosmos.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260906 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260106T165629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T165629Z UID:13908-1788652800-1789257599@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Climate Change: Sea to Trees at Acadia National Park with Earthwatch III DESCRIPTION:Join Earthwatch in Acadia National Park to help scientists uncover the impacts of climate change on one of New England’s most iconic and biodiverse landscapes\, contributing to crucial conservation efforts for its future. \nThe granite mountains and craggy coasts of the islands that make up Acadia are famous for their beauty and wildlife. This is classic\, unspoiled New England. Our partner\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park\, is based near the tip of Schoodic Point\, feet away from the crashing surf. \nAcadia is home to a stunning diversity of wildlife. It is on a bird “superhighway\,” a route heavily traveled by birds that migrate between Canada and South America. Researchers have recorded 23 species of warblers alone here. The park’s lakes and coastal waters also provide a home for 30 fish species and a wide array of invertebrates\, such as sea stars and urchins. \nBut global changes–like warming temperatures and ocean acidification–are significantly impacting the park\, threatening the diversity of wildlife within. Acadia’s scientists have compiled over 120 years of detailed natural history observations to compare current patterns to. On this expedition\, you’ll help collect similar data that can be compared to this extended time-series data set\, revealing how a changing climate influences Acadia. Few places in the country have such a rich pool of observations to draw from and make comparisons to. \nJoin us in helping scientists tell the story of how humans are transforming Acadia. Your efforts will contribute to research to inspire management strategies to protect this unique and vital national treasure. This is your chance to impact the future of one of the nation’s most beloved parks. \nFind more information\, including registration and full daily itinerary\, here. URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/climate-change-sea-to-trees-at-acadia-national-park-with-earthwatch-iii/ CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community,MeetAtSchoodic END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T220000 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260515T122601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T123224Z UID:14410-1789068600-1789077600@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Get To Know the Summer Stars Over Schoodic II DESCRIPTION:Join us September 10 for Get To Know the Summer Stars Over Schoodic with Richard Luecke!  \nAs darkness falls over the Schoodic Peninsula\, the Milky Way arches across the sky from horizon to horizon. Late summer’s most prominent constellations are suspended within its pale glow. \nAmateur astronomer Richard Luecke will take you on an indoor 50-minute image-enhanced journey along that river of starlight and introduce you to summer’s most prominent constellations. You’ll learn to identify Perseus\, Cassiopeia and Andromeda\, Cygnus the Swan\, and Aquila\, Zeus’s pet eagle. Your journey will end in the constellation Sagittarius\, which marks the heart of the Milky Way Galaxy. It glistens with star clusters and glowing clouds of interstellar gas that even our naked eyes can perceive in the Schoodic’s dark sky. \nWe will meet in Moore Auditorium on Schoodic Institute’s campus first. Weather permitting\, we’ll venture outside for a green laser tour\, where you’ll meet these sky wonders face-to-face—and likely see a few flashing meteors! A large astronomical telescope will provide stunning views of the ET Cluster\, the Great Andromeda Galaxy\, the Dumbbell Nebula and more. \nRegister Here\nBring binoculars if you have them\, and dress warmer than you’d think necessary. \nPhoto credit: jmnaturenightscapes URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/summer-stars-over-schoodic-ii/ LOCATION:Moore Auditorium\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park\, Acadia Drive\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Family,MeetAtSchoodic ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/113-Get-To-Know-the-Summer-Stars-Over-Schoodic.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTSTAMP:20260613T214707 CREATED:20260319T145754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T115312Z UID:14217-1789344000-1789775999@schoodicinstitute.org SUMMARY:Organization of Biological Field Stations Annual Meeting at Schoodic Institute DESCRIPTION:Registration is open!\nWe look forward to hosting the 2026 Organization of Biological Field Stations (OBFS) Annual Meeting on September 14-18 at Schoodic Institute in Winter Harbor\, Maine.\nAcadia National Park is especially beautiful in September\, making the Annual Meeting a perfect time to connect\, refresh\, and renew our commitment to sharing and growing. \nMany thanks to OBFS for the opportunity to host this year’s Annual Meeting. \nThis year’s theme is HOLDFAST. Inspired by holdfasts that anchor seaweeds to the rocky coast\, the theme celebrates field stations’ enduring commitment to place\, their ability to adapt to changing conditions\, and their vision for the future. We look forward to a lively week of conversation\, connection\, and celebration as we gather on the coast of Maine from September 14–18. \nAbout OBFS\nBased in the United States\, OBFS is a volunteer-run non profit composed of member field stations and marine labs from around the globe. The mission of OBFS is to help member stations increase their effectiveness in supporting critical research\, education\, and outreach programs\, a goal pursued in a manner that maximizes diversity\, inclusiveness\, sustainability\, and transparency. \nEach year\, OBFS holds an annual meeting for members. Here\, you will not only meet lifelong friends\, you will also learn ways to improve your station’s fundraising\, education\, outreach\, and research while finding new collaborators and colleagues. \nMore on OBFS here. URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/obfs-at-schoodic-institute/ CATEGORIES:Community,MeetAtSchoodic,Schoodic Science ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://schoodicinstitute.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/OBFS-Web-Banner-Final-4-2026.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR