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SUMMARY:Pints for a Purpose with Chris Nadeau
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of Acadia and Dr. Chris Nadeau\, Schoodic Institute’s Climate Change Adaptation Scientist\, at Terramor Outdoor Resort for the final installment of the 2023 Pints for a Purpose speaker series. During the talk\, Chris will discuss decision-making tools that help resource managers in Acadia National Park make informed strategies for responding to ecological changes resulting from climate change. \nThe talk will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursday\, October 19th at Terramor (1453 ME-102 in Bar Harbor\, ME). All are welcome to attend\, and $1 of every beer purchased benefits Friends of Acadia. \nFor more information\, please visit the Friends of Acadia website here.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/pints-for-a-purpose-chris-nadeau/
LOCATION:Terramor Outdoor Resort\, 1453 ME-102\, Bar Harbor\, Maine\, 04609
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SUMMARY:October Big Day! Bird Migration Celebration at Schoodic Point
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate bird migration at Schoodic Point! Join us Saturday\, October 14\, 2023 at Schoodic Point in Winter Harbor\, Maine. Drop in anytime between 8:00am – 12:00pm to meet Schoodic Institute’s Migration Monitoring Team and learn\, observe\, and count in celebration of bird migration. \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/october-big-day-bird-migration-celebration-at-schoodic-point/
LOCATION:Schoodic Point\, Arey Cove Road\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Tours
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SUMMARY:Water Birds on the Move
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wendell Gilley Museum and Schoodic Institute Bird Ecology Director Seth Benz on Friday\, October 13th from 9:00am – 12:00pm for Water Birds on the Move. \n\nA great variety of birds\, during autumn\, head south to escape dwindling food resources and the onslaught of winter. The majority of migrants pass over Mount Desert Island at night\, unseen. But we can witness the passage of day-flying water birds – cormorants\, common eiders and other sea ducks\, loons\, northern gannets\, gulls\, and more – by looking for them from shoreline vantage points. \nJoin us for an introductory workshop and field experience at the Gilley Museum (4 Herrick Road in Southwest Harbor). We’ll begin indoors at the Wendell Gilley Museum for a water bird migration primer\, then carpool to the Seawall Picnic Area to see water birds on the move. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars\, your curiosity\, and your questions! \nFor more information and to register\, please visit https://www.wendellgilleymuseum.org/events/SB-1013
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/water-birds-on-the-move/
LOCATION:Wendell Gilley Museum\, 4 Herrick Road\, Southwest Harbor\, Maine\, 04679
CATEGORIES:Birding Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T203000
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SUMMARY:A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds with Scott Weidensaul (CANCELLED)
DESCRIPTION:*NOTICE* We are deeply regretful to inform you that due to the pending federal government shutdown\, this lecture has been cancelled. Thank you for your tremendous interest in this event\, and we look forward to an opportunity to host Scott in Acadia in 2024 and share in his passion and odysseys with our winged friends.\n\nJoin us on Tuesday\, October 3rd at 7:00pm for a special evening lecture\, A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds\, with Scott Weidensaul. \nEven as scientists make astounding discoveries about the navigational and physiological feats that enable migratory birds to cross immense oceans or fly above the highest mountains\, go weeks without sleep or remain in unbroken flight for months at a stretch\, humans have brought many migrants to the brink. Based on his bestselling new book “A World on the Wing\,” author and researcher Scott Weidensaul takes you around the globe — with researchers in the lab probing the limits of what migrating birds can do\, to the shores of the Yellow Sea in China\, the remote mountains of northeastern India where tribal villages saved the greatest gathering of falcons on the planet\, and the Mediterranean\, where activists and police are battling bird poachers — to learn how people are fighting to understand and save the world’s great bird migrations. \nScott Weidensaul is the author of more than two dozen books on natural history\, including the Pulitzer Prize finalist “Living on the Wind” and his latest\, the New York Times bestseller “A World on the Wing.” Weidensaul is a contributing editor for Audubon and writes for a variety of other publications\, including Bird Watcher’s Digest and Living Bird. He is a Fellow of the American Ornithological Society and an active field researcher\, studying saw-whet owl migration for more than 25 years\, as well as winter hummingbirds in the East\, bird migration in Alaska\, and the winter movements of snowy owls through Project SNOWstorm\, which he co-founded. A native of Pennsylvania\, he and his wife now live in New Hampshire. \nSchoodic Institute’s Summer Lecture Series is made possible by our generous sponsors\, including Darling’s\, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust\, and Wallace Events. \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/scott-weidensaul/
LOCATION:Moore Auditorium\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park\, Acadia Drive\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Tours,Evening Lectures,Summer Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
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SUMMARY:Hawks on the Move with Seth Benz and Wendell Gilley Museum
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify hawks in flight\, plus when\, where\, and how best to see them on Mount Desert Island and beyond with Seth Benz\, director of bird ecology at Schoodic Institute and former professional hawk watcher\, in this program at the Wendell Gilley Museum on Wednesday\, September 20\, 2023 from 9am to 12pm. Slides\, handouts\, discussion\, and topical resources are all part of this experience. Bring your curiosity and your questions! \nThis event will take place in-person at the Wendell Gilley Museum (4 Herrick Rd\, Southwest Harbor\, ME 04679). The cost for this event is $25.00/non-museum member and $20.00/museum member. \nFor more information and to sign up\, please visit the Wendell Gilley Museum website here.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/hawks-on-the-move-with-seth-benz-and-wendell-gilley-museum/
LOCATION:Wendell Gilley Museum\, 4 Herrick Road\, Southwest Harbor\, Maine\, 04679
CATEGORIES:Birding Tours
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230921
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SUMMARY:Open Air: Painting the Maine Coast with Liz Prescott
DESCRIPTION:Join Liz at Acadia this September for plein air painting on the rocks of the beautiful Schoodic Peninsula\, with sweeping views to the west across Frenchman’s Bay to Mt. Desert Island\, and southeast from Schoodic Point to the islands and ocean beyond. This workshop is for painters with some plein air experience and basic painting knowledge. We will delve into all the elements of color and composition that lead to a dynamic painting. Part of our focus will be on the process of painting itself… from the subjects that bring you inspiration to dealing with roadblocks and how to find your focus as an artist so that you can really excel at your craft. Bring your courage and creativity and anything is possible. Note: We will stay in private rooms with shared baths at the Schoodic Institute (9 Atterbury Circle in Winter Harbor\, ME). \nAll meals included if you are a residential participant. \nRegister Here
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/open-air-painting-2023-with-liz-prescott/
LOCATION:Schoodic Point\, Arey Cove Road\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T203000
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SUMMARY:Music and Nature Reflections with Hawk Henries
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest! We have reached capacity for in-person attendance\, but we encourage you to join us remotely via Zoom. Please scroll down to register below for the Zoom link. \nJoin us on Tuesday\, September 12th at 7:00pm for a special evening conversation and musical performance with Hawk Henries. Hawk is a renowned musician and flute maker. As one of a relatively small number of Native flute makers who continue in the tradition of using only hand tools and fire\, Hawk’s work embodies his commitment to the revitalization and preservation of these skills. \nDuring the performance\, Hawk will share his passion for his artistry and talk about how the flute’s body and voice reminds us of the interrelatedness\, interdependence\, and sacredness of all people and all of Creation. He will also share some of his observations of the natural world through his music and photography. Hawk has been composing original flute music and making flutes for over 25 years. He is a member of the Chaubunagungamaug band of Nipmuck\, a people indigenous to what is now southern New England. \nJoin us in-person at Moore Auditorium on the Schoodic Institute campus or online via Zoom. This event is free and open to the public. \n \nHere is the Zoom link to join us virtually: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81040033076?pwd=NS9JbEx2RmpUVGVXZFh3RUNxUFFwQT09 \nSchoodic Institute’s Summer Lecture Series is made possible by our generous sponsors\, including Darling’s\, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust\, and Wallace Events. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/hawk-henries/
LOCATION:Moore Auditorium\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park\, Acadia Drive\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Lectures,Summer Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T153000
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SUMMARY:Demonstration Day: Bird Carving with Wendell Gilley Museum
DESCRIPTION:See how it’s done! Master carver Steve Valleau will be a special guest at Schoodic Institute on September 6\, 2023 from 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:30pm\, doing hands-on bird carving demonstrations outside of the Rockefeller Welcome Center. Visit with Steve\, 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. \nSteve has been the carver-in-residence at the Museum for 37 years. \n   \n……. \nPhotos used with permission from Wendell Gilley Museum.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/demonstration-day-bird-carving-with-wendell-gilley-museum-3/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Hall\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National park\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230911
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SUMMARY:The Elemental Landscape: Plein-Air Painting with Philip Frey
DESCRIPTION:With the beautiful landscapes of Acadia National Park and Schoodic Peninsula as inspiration\, artist Philip Frey presents a workshop for dedicated painters with intermediate and advanced skills. He will offer pivotal lessons designed to further develop your skill\, clarify your artistic vision and enhance your creativity as a painter. This ongoing process is deepened by breaking down what you see into abstract elements and stretching your visual repertoire through series work\, advanced color theory and design. Daily one-on-one instruction and group critique will help you open doors to authenticity and grow as an artist. Be prepared to be challenged artistically\, develop insights\, and have fun while enjoying the exhilarating Maine coast. \nStudents should be able to participate in moderate walking on uneven ground while carrying painting gear (think rocks and roots on Acadia terrain) and be prepared for unpredictable Maine weather (wind\, sun\, bugs and rain). In the case of rain\, class will be held indoors or under cover outside. Days will start early painting on-site\, with a midday break and afternoon lessons and critiques. Philip will be painting in oil but has experience with acrylic\, watercolor and dry media. Students may bring their medium of choice; a materials list will be sent upon registration. \nTwo packages are available: Commuter for $875 is the base package while Residential for $1375 provides an enhanced experience. Commuter Package includes instruction\, studio time\, and the following meals: Dinner on September 6\, Bag Lunch on September 7 – 9; Lobster Dinner on September 9; and Lunch on September 10. Residential Package includes everything in the Commuter Package\, plus: lodging the nights of September 6 – 9; Dinner on September 6 – 9; and Breakfast on September 7 – 10. Lodging with the Residential Package is a PRIVATE bedroom within a SHARED apartment. Living area\, kitchen\, and bathroom will be shared with another student. A limited number of private apartments are available for an upcharge. Contact Michelle Pinkham at 207-288-1356 for pricing and availability. \nExperience in plein-air painting and good drawing skills at the intermediate or advanced level are required of students. An application and image submissions will be required for admission to the workshop this year. We will email applicants within 5 days of submission. If accepted\, we will send a link for registration and further details. \nCOVID-19 Information: Individuals wishing to attend this workshop must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. \nAlso note\, a National Park pass valid for Acadia National Park is required. \nClick Here to Apply\nAbout the Instructor\nPhilip Frey is a celebrated career artist and instructor with a newly published book\, Philip Frey: Here and Now\, by Daniel Kany and Carl Little.  2021 exhibitions are scheduled at Courthouse Gallery Fine Art\, Greenhut Galleries\, and Edgewater Gallery.  Philip is known for his engaging\, illuminating and positive teaching style. He is skilled at addressing his students’ abilities and helping them mature as an artist. \nQueennette Santiago of Petaluma\, CA writes: \nPhil Frey is not only an inspiringly dynamic artist but a patient and insightful teacher. His workshop transformed the way I look at the world and how I now approach the ever daunting blank canvas… which is now with confident intention! Having access to and learning from an artist of his caliber is truly a gift. \nSee more testimonials on Phil Frey’s website: https://www.philipfrey.com/teaching
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/the-elemental-landscape-plein-air-painting-with-philip-frey/
LOCATION:Schoodic Institute\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230827
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SUMMARY:Maine’s Bold Coast: Schoodic to Head Harbor Passage
DESCRIPTION:Maine’s Downeast region is ideal for exploring the quieter reaches of Acadia National Park\, spruce-bordered rocky headlands\, nearby blueberry barrens\, and diverse hotspots on the preserved lands of coastal Washington County. Join Schoodic Institute’s bird ecology director Seth Benz on this exciting bird tour and experience the excellent birding Downeast Maine has to offer!  \nThis program begins at 2:00pm in Bangor\, ME (or you may opt to drive to Schoodic Institute for a 3pm check-in and 4pm tour start). We will meet at Rockefeller Hall on the Schoodic Institute campus (9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME 04693) for introductions and a tour of the institute campus. We’ll spend two nights at Schoodic Institute in Acadia National Park and two nights at Eastland Motel in Lubec; Maine’s easternmost town. From each lodge\, day trips will investigate nearby intertidal areas flooded with migrating shorebirds and wood edges peppered with restless flocks of southbound warblers. We’ll also venture offshore for pelagic birds and whales into Head Harbor Passage\, a deep-water channel between Canada and the United States.  \nWe are offering van transportation from Bangor (Odlin Road Park & Ride parking area is very near the Bangor Airport). We will pick you up at the airport OR participants may provide their own ground transportation to and from Schoodic Institute. All participants must be prepared to wear a facial mask that covers nose and mouth during all van travel. Changes to the status of COVID-19 precautions are monitored closely by Schoodic Institute and are subject to the guidance of the Maine CDC (and U.S. CDC). We will adjust accordingly. \nParticipants should bring binoculars. A camera (optional) can be fun as all tours are fairly scenic. Spotting scopes are useful but optional and your guide will provide one for group use\, as well as guidebooks. None of the tours require strenuous hiking. Birding will be slow moving and on level ground. There may be some spots that are muddy\, uneven\, and slippery\, but large boots are unnecessary. The boat tour can be cold and damp. Bring appropriate clothing. Price per participant is $1\,585.00 – please register below. \nSample Itinerary: \nDay 1: The tour begins in Bangor\, Maine at 2pm (transportation pick-up available)\, OR on the Schoodic Institute campus at 3pm as the group convenes at 4pm for this 5-day\, 4-night tour. Check-in and orientation is at Rockefeller Hall. We have an introductory reception beginning at 4pm. Dinner is at 6pm in Schooner Commons. Following dinner\, we will have an evening presentation to get acquainted with the history and ecology of the region. \nDay 2: We’ll start with an optional bird walk before breakfast. Breakfast is from 7-8am. We’ll then spend the day afield to survey birding hotspots in Acadia National Park and vicinity. We’ll return for an hour of leisure prior to a Lobster Dinner in the dining hall of Schoodic Institute. After dinner discussion will focus on events of the day and research and education work of the institute. \nDay 3: Following breakfast\, we’ll transition from the Schoodic Peninsula by birding our way to Lubec\, arriving by late afternoon. Along the way\, we’ll visit Roque Bluffs State Park and another birding hotspot or two. Dinner will be at a local eatery in Lubec. After dinner we’ll do a checklist review and preparation for the next day’s adventure. \nDay 4: The focus today is a boat trip out of Eastport into Head Harbor Passage which lies between the U.S. and Canada – with a tide so strong that the world’s second largest whirlpool\, “The Old Sow\,” swirls in the middle. So much sea life congregates in this channel that minke whales are usually sighted from land. The channel fills with Bonaparte’s Gulls\, Black-legged Kittiwakes\, Common Eiders\, Black Guillemots\, and Razorbills\, feeding off mackerel and herring offshore. \nDay 5: The last day’s itinerary is the leader’s choice\, giving us a good portion of the day to make up for any bad weather or missed opportunities along the route from Lubec back toward Schoodic/Bangor. The tour ends at 2pm in Bangor. \nA species list from a previous Winged Migration tour is available upon request. 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/maines-bold-coast-bird-tour/
LOCATION:Schoodic Institute\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T190000
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SUMMARY:Whale Culture with Brian Skerry
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest! This event has reached capacity for in-person attendance\, but we encourage you to join us remotely via Zoom. Please scroll down to register for the Zoom link below.\nJoin us (in-person or online live via Zoom) on Tuesday\, August 22\, 2023 at 7:00pm for a special evening lecture and elective welcome reception with photojournalist\, film producer\, and storyteller Brian Skerry. \nBrian Skerry has spent the past 25 years exploring the world’s oceans as a National Geographic magazine photographer and film producer. His most recent work focuses on the incredible science being done on the culture of whales. This science is revealing that whales have unique cultures within their groups\, much like humans. During his presentation\, Brian will bring you into the world of four species of whales – Humpback\, Orca\, Beluga and Sperm whales – to talk about their distinct cultures and present stunning images of these amazing animals. The coverage is from his recent National Geographic magazine article\, book and Disney+ series\, all entitled “Secrets of the Whales.” As a bonus\, Brian will also offer a sneak peek at his current project about the Gulf of Maine\, a body of water which is changing rapidly due to global warming\, and the implications for this region and our planet going forward. \nBeginning at 5:30pm before the lecture\, we invite you to join us for a special reception as we welcome Brian to Schoodic Institute. During the reception\, you’ll enjoy hors d’oeuvres\, cocktails\, and conversation with Brian to learn more about him and his exciting work. Tickets for this elective reception are $40.00/adult and $20.00/kids 12 and under. \nBrian’s public lecture\, beginning at 7:00pm\, is free and open to the public\, and it will take place at Moore Auditorium on the Schoodic Institute campus and online via Zoom (please note\, this lecture will not be recorded and will only be available live). \nAbout Brian Skerry \nBrian Skerry is a photojournalist and film producer specializing in marine wildlife and underwater environments. Since 1998 he has been a contributing photographer for National Geographic magazine\, covering stories on every continent and in nearly every ocean habitat. He is currently at work on his 30th feature story for NGM. \nBrian is the author of 12 books including the acclaimed monographs Ocean Soul and SHARK. His latest book\, Secrets of the Whales was released in April 2021 by National Geographic as part of a multiplatform project he created that included a cover story in the May 2021 issue of National Geographic magazine and an Emmy award-winning\, 4-part documentary film series currently streaming on Disney+. \nBrian frequently lectures on ocean exploration\, storytelling and conservation\, having presented at venues such as The United Nations General Assembly\, The World Economic Forum in Davos\, Switzerland\, TED Talks\, The National Press Club in Washington\, DC\, The Royal Geographical Society in London and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. \nHe has had numerous solo photographer exhibits including ‘Portraits of Planet Ocean’\, a two-year exhibit at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington\, DC and ‘Ocean Soul’ at Visa pour l’image in Perpignan\, France. Other exhibits of his work have been held in cities worldwide including Geneva\, Barcelona\, Sharjah\, Lisbon\, and Shanghai. \nBrian is the Explorer-In-Residence and a Trustee at the New England Aquarium\, a founding member of the International League of Conservation Photographers and a Fellow National of The Explorers Club. He also serves as a Nikon Ambassador. \nThis event has reached capacity for in-person attendance\, but we encourage you to join us remotely via Zoom. Please note: This lecture will not be recorded and recording the livestream is prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation.\nPhotos by Brian Skerry \nSchoodic Institute’s Summer Lecture Series is made possible by our generous sponsors\, including Darling’s\, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust\, and Wallace Events. \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/brian-skerry/
LOCATION:Moore Auditorium\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park\, Acadia Drive\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Lectures,Summer Lecture Series
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T153000
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SUMMARY:Demonstration Day: Bird Carving with Wendell Gilley Museum
DESCRIPTION:See how it’s done! Master carver Steve Valleau will be a special guest at Schoodic Institute on August 16\, 2023 from 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:30pm\, doing hands-on bird carving demonstrations outside of the Rockefeller Welcome Center. Visit with Steve\, 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. \nSteve has been the carver-in-residence at the Museum for 37 years. \n   \n……. \nPhotos used with permission from Wendell Gilley Museum.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/demonstration-day-bird-carving-with-wendell-gilley-museum-2/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Hall\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National park\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230812
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T145733Z
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SUMMARY:Sea & Sky at Acadia National Park
DESCRIPTION:Spend a week at inspirational Schoodic Institute in Acadia National Park! Far from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor\, Schoodic Peninsula has dramatic rock formations\, windblown pines\, pounding surf and stunning mountain views that draw visitors from around the world. You might look up from your easel to see dolphins\, humpback whales or seals cavorting in the waves. Herring gulls visit while eiders and cormorants splash about. A day trip to the harbor at Corea\, ME is included. Far off the beaten path\, Corea\, ME is a village of small frame houses\, fishing piers and lobster traps. Its working fleet bustles in and out of the harbor. \nConcentrate on painting. Meals\, snacks\, and accommodations at the beautiful Schoodic Institute are included in your fee. That includes a lobster boil by a real Corea fisherman. We’re right on Schoodic Point so we have unrivaled (and permitted) access to the park. \nAll mediums welcome. This workshop is aimed at helping painters refine their personal technique in watercolor\, pastel\, oils and acrylics. It will help you find your own voice and style\, without becoming anyone’s clone. This is an intensive class\, with morning and afternoon on-site painting sessions and lunch-time demos. Classes are kept small so every student gets the attention they deserve. \nCarol Douglas has 20 years’ experience teaching students of all levels in watercolor\, oils\, acrylics and pastels. Her Acadia workshops are very popular. “This was the best painting instruction I have ever had. Carol’s advice in color mixing was particularly eye-opening. Her explanations are clear and easy to understand. She is very approachable and supportive. I would take this course again in a heartbeat.” (Carol T.) \nEasily accessible. It’s easy to get to painting locations on the Schoodic Peninsula. A ring road with frequent pull-offs means you never walk more than a few hundred feet to your painting destination. \nFly or drive. Schoodic is only 90 minutes from Bangor International Airport. Or wind your way up from Boston along historic\, scenic coastal Route 1. \nThe one-week workshop is $1850\, including five days’ accommodation in a private room with shared bath\, meals\, snacks\, and instruction. Or\, take the workshop as a commuter for $700. Accommodations for non-painting partners and guests are also available. \nDiscounts. There’s a $50 discount to returning students. (Cannot be combined with other discounts.) \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nQuestions? Please reach out to Carol Douglas at malerincd@gmail.com.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/sea-sky-at-acadia-national-park/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Hall\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National park\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230725T203459Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Summer Intern Talks
DESCRIPTION:They’ve been squelching across mudflats\, tromping through the woods\, thinking about the language we use for communicating science\, and raising clams. So\, how do they do it\, and what does it all tell us? \nPlease join us Wednesday\, August 2\, 2023 from 11:30am – 1:00pm (in-person at Schoodic Institute’s Rockefeller Hall or online via Zoom). Each intern will give a short talk on their work\, and there will be time for Q+A after each talk. \n \nJoin Zoom Meeting:\n\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82655110540?pwd=akNzc1pzTlE0cldKM1BYQUNJNy9Ndz09
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/2023-summer-intern-talks/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Hall\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National park\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Intern presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230725T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230712T183001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T200115Z
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SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at DeWick Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team on July 25\, 2023 from 9:00am to 12:30pm at DeWick Farm (Woolwich\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! \n \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you to the Kennebec Estuary Land Trust (KELT) for partnering with us to host this volunteer training. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-dewickfarm/
LOCATION:DeWick Farm\, 201 Phipps Point Rd\, Woolwich\, ME\, 04579\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230615T211226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T004514Z
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SUMMARY:Keeping Up With The Pace: How Are We Responding To Change?
DESCRIPTION:When it comes to our climate\, too often our focus is on what has happened in the past or what might happen in the future; however\, communities across the globe are experiencing dramatic changes right now. Here in Acadia\, we are dealing with hotter temperatures\, rising sea level\, and increasing storm frequency and intensity. \nOn July 24th\, 2023\, join us for a special conversation with Ira Flatow\, host of Science Friday on NPR. During the event\, we will discuss how scientists are working to understand and respond to rapid change in Acadia and beyond. Ira will also share thoughts on the role science communicators can play in their communities and the importance of serving as an ambassador for science. \nThe Goldstein Lecture serves to convene and inspire on critical topics for parks\, people\, and the planet. The lecture is named in honor of Alan Goldstein\, an accomplished businessman\, philanthropist\, sailor\, and environmental advocate. Schoodic Institute serves as the nation’s largest Research Learning Center and is a nonprofit partner of Acadia National Park. Chairing Schoodic Institute’s Board of Directors from 2006 to 2018\, Alan remains an active member of the Board. \nAbout Ira Flatow\n \nAward-winning science correspondent and TV journalist Ira Flatow is the host of Science Friday\, heard on public radio stations across the country and distributed by WNYC Studios. He anchors the show each Friday\, bringing radio and Internet listeners worldwide a lively\, informative discussion on science\, technology\, health\, space\, and the environment. \nFlatow’s interest in things scientific began in boyhood—he almost burned down his mother’s bathroom trying to recreate a biology class experiment. “I was the proverbial kid who spent hours in the basement experimenting with electronic gizmos\, and then entering them in high school science fairs\,” Flatow says. Mixing his passion for science with a tendency toward being a bit of a ham\, Flatow describes his work as the challenge “to make science and technology a topic for discussion around the dinner table.” \nHe has shared that enthusiasm with public radio listeners for more than 35 years. As a reporter and then news director at WBFO-FM/Buffalo\, New York\, Flatow began reporting at the station while studying for his engineering degree at State University of New York in Buffalo. As NPR’s science correspondent from 1971 to 1986\, Flatow found himself reporting from the Kennedy Space Center\, Three Mile Island\, Antarctica\, and the South Pole. In one memorable NPR report\, Flatow took former All Things Considered host Susan Stamberg into a closet to crunch Wint-O-Green Lifesavers\, proving they spark in the dark. \nOn television\, Flatow has discussed the latest cutting edge science stories on a variety of programs. He also hosted the four-part PBS series Big Ideas\, produced by WNET in New York. His numerous TV credits include six years as host and writer for the Emmy award-winning Newton’s Apple on PBS\, science reporter for CBS This Morning\, and cable’s CNBC. He wrote\, produced\, and hosted Transistorized!\, an hour-long documentary about the history of the transistor\, which aired on PBS. He has talked science on many TV talk shows including Merv Griffin\, Today\, Charlie Rose\, and Oprah. He has co-starred twice on the CBS hit series The Big Bang Theory. \nOn the Internet\, Flatow has hosted numerous science-related web casts for Discovery Online\, The Great Planet Debate\, and the American Museum of Natural History in New York. \nIn print\, Ira has authored articles for various magazines ranging from Woman’s Day to ESPN Magazine to American Lawyer. His commentary has appeared in The Los Angeles Times\, and Current newspapers. \nHis recent honors include: the Isaac Asimov Award (2012\,) the Nierenberg Prize (2010)\, Connecticut Academy of Science and Engineering\, membership (2008)\, National Science Teachers Association Faraday Science Communicator Award (2007)\, the National Science Board Public Service Award (2005)\, World Economic Forum Media Fellowship (2005)\, AAAS Journalism award (2000)\, Brady Washburn Award (2000)\, and the Carl Sagan Award (1999). Ira is member of the National Association of Science Writers\, AFTRA\, and Screen Actors Guild. \nHis hobbies include tennis\, golf\, gardening (especially orchids)\, and electronic gadgets. He loves the theater. A native of New York\, Flatow now lives in Connecticut. \nJoin us in-person at Schoodic Institute or online via Zoom. This lecture is free and open to the public – registration is required. Please register below! \nSchoodic Institute’s Summer Lecture Series is made possible by our generous sponsors\, including Darling’s\, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust\, and Wallace Events. \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/keeping-up-with-the-pace/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Hall\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National park\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Lectures,Science Communication,Summer Lecture Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T081500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230724T114500
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230402T014412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T134625Z
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SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at Mitchell Field (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:We are currently at capacity for this event. Thank you for your interest. Please consider joining us for one of our other Project ASCO volunteer training events taking place this summer! \nJoin Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team on July 24\, 2023 from 8:15am to 11:45am at Mitchell Field (Harpswell\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! \n \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you to the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust for partnering with us to host this volunteer training. \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-mitchellfield/
LOCATION:Mitchell Field\, Harpswell\, ME
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T111500
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230402T011452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T180515Z
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SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at Drift Inn Beach
DESCRIPTION:Join Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team on July 23\, 2023 from 7:45am to 11:15am at Drift Inn Beach (St. George\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! \n \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you to the Herring Gut Coastal Science Center for partnering with us to host this volunteer training. \n \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-driftinnbeach/
LOCATION:Drift Inn Beach\, St. George\, ME\, 04860
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230615T180355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230715T142153Z
UID:9197-1689523200-1689534000@schoodicinstitute.org
SUMMARY:2023 Schoodic By Sea\, A Schoodic Institute Fundraiser (CANCELLED due to weather)
DESCRIPTION:*NOTICE* Unfortunately\, due to weather this event has been cancelled. If you registered to attend and would like a refund\, please check your email for more information.\nSupport the work of Schoodic Institute while enjoying unique views of Frenchman Bay and the Schoodic Peninsula aboard the 100-foot catamaran Acadia Explorer operated by Bar Harbor Whale Watch. \nOn July 16th from 4pm to 7pm\, the Institute will hold a fundraiser to support ongoing research and education programs. On our voyage\, you’ll hear from Schoodic Institute scientists about research efforts to understand changes along the coast including unique shoreline ecology\, birds\, trees\, and plants in and around Acadia. \nThe event offers pick-ups in both Bar Harbor and Winter Harbor. Light hors d’oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available. Schoodic Institute is a nonprofit partner of Acadia National Park with a mission of inspiring science\, learning\, and community for a changing world. \nThank you for your interest. Registration for this event is closed.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/2023-schoodic-by-sea-a-schoodic-institute-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Community,Education,Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230723
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230501T174712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T174712Z
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SUMMARY:UFOs Over Schoodic Retreat With David Taylor
DESCRIPTION:UFOs Over Schoodic welcomes David Taylor of David Taylor Designs! Join us July 16 – 22\, 2023 at Schoodic Institute (Winter Harbor\, Maine) and be prepared to laugh and have fun while creating a one-of-a-kind quilt of your own design. \nDuring this retreat\, you will make a quilt from a picture of your choosing\, such as a beloved pet\, or a stock photo. Detailed instructions and a supply list for David’s workshop will be sent once your registration and deposit are received. Additional information about the retreat will be sent then as well. In the meantime\, check out David’s website here for more information\, ideas\, and inspiration! \nWe welcome everyone – whatever your skill level may be. Class size is limited so that we can maximize each student’s time with David. Spaces will be filled on a first-come\, first-served basis. The fee for this retreat is $2\,100\, and this include five full days of instruction with David\, six nights of apartment lodging with private bedroom\, full kitchen and bath\, a welcome reception on Sunday\, and lunch and dinner for five days (plus lots of snacks!). A nonrefundable deposit of $400 is due immediately upon registration\, with the remainder due at the retreat.  \nTo register\, click the button below to download the registration form. Send completed registration form and deposit (with check made payable to Beverly Henion) to 1016 West Bay Road Gouldsboro\, ME 04607. \n \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Bev Henion at 207-963-4052 or rickandbev.henion@gmail.com. \nDownload Registration Form Here
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/ufos-over-schoodic-retreat-with-david-taylor/
LOCATION:Schoodic Institute\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230710T151456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T181247Z
UID:9513-1689429600-1689436800@schoodicinstitute.org
SUMMARY:How to Be a Citizen Scientist: Tools for Field Identification of Maine's Flora and Fauna with Shannon O'Brien
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever been wandering down a trail and wished you could put a name to the trees towering above you\, the wee invertebrates creeping below\, or the birds singing nearby? Have you considered participating in a Citizen Science project\, but not felt confident in your skills as a naturalist? Do you want to know how to use a dichotomous key? Are you wondering which of the overwhelming number of field guides is most useful and accurate? Do you struggle to adapt to the new wave of technological identification resources? If so\, this workshop is for you! \nOn Saturday\, July 15th\, co-leaders Shannon O’Brien\, Science Engagement Coordinator at Schoodic Institute\, and Jordan Chalfant\, Naturalist’s Notebook Manager and Maine Natural History Observatory board member\, will be teaming up to make these topics accessible and fun. \nShannon oversees numerous Citizen Science projects and is a PRO at using iNaturalist. Jordan has been a contract field technician on dozens of studies in the realms of ornithology and botany\, and is a dichotomous key connoisseur. These two nature nerds can’t wait to take you on a short walk from The Naturalist’s Notebook to Seal Harbor Beach. We will try out using iNaturalist and field guides to identify the biota we encounter along the way\, and will bring back specimens to The Notebook to use some more advanced resources and to explore iNaturalist on the computer. We hope to leave you hooked on knowing your nature neighbors by name and feeling empowered to participate in the Citizen Science projects happening in your community. Bring a hand lens if you have one. \nTo sign up\, please visit The Naturalists Notebook website here. Registration is $10.00. This event will take place at The Naturalist’s Notebook (16 Main Street Seal Harbor\, ME 04675). \nIf you have any questions about this event\, please reach out to info@thenaturalistsnotebook.com.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/how-to-be-a-citizen-scientist-tools-for-field-identification-of-maines-flora-and-fauna-with-shannon-obrien/
LOCATION:The Naturalist’s Notebook\, 16 Main Street\, Seal Harbor\, ME\, 04675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230301T225159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T205722Z
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SUMMARY:Demonstration Day: Bird Carving with Wendell Gilley Museum
DESCRIPTION:See how it’s done! Master carver Steve Valleau will be a special guest at Schoodic Institute on July 12\, 2023 from 10:30am – 12:30pm and 1:30pm – 3:30pm\, doing hands-on bird carving demonstrations outside of the Rockefeller Welcome Center. Visit with Steve\, 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. \nSteve has been the carver-in-residence at the Museum for 38 years. \n   \n……. \nPhotos used with permission from Wendell Gilley Museum.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/2023-demonstration-day-bird-carving-with-wendell-gilley-museum/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Hall\, Schoodic Institute at Acadia National park\, 9 Atterbury Circle\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230708T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230402T004918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230412T180507Z
UID:8865-1688803200-1688815800@schoodicinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at Wolfe's Neck
DESCRIPTION:Join Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team on July 8\, 2023 from 8:00am to 11:30am at Wolfe’s Neck (Freeport\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! Note\, bathroom facilities are available at this location.\n \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you to the Wolfe’s Neck Center for Agriculture and the Environment for partnering with us to host this volunteer training. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-wolfesneck/
LOCATION:Wolfe’s Neck\, Freeport\, Maine
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230329T202203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T140240Z
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SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at Frazer Point
DESCRIPTION:Join Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team on July 7\, 2023 from 7:00am to 10:30am at Frazer Point (Winter Harbor\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! Note: a valid Acadia National Park Pass is required for this location. Project ASCO attendees are required to supply their own park pass. Bathroom facilities are available.\n \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you for your interest. Registration for this event has now closed.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-frazerpoint/
LOCATION:Frazer Point\, Winter Harbor\, ME\, 04693
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230609T190337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230609T190337Z
UID:9185-1687971600-1687971600@schoodicinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Winter Harbor Public Library Summer Lecture with Nick Fisichelli
DESCRIPTION:Join the Winter Harbor Public Library and Schoodic Institute President and CEO Nick Fisichelli on June 28\, 2023 at 5:00pm to discuss the science\, education\, and partnerships happening here at the tip of the Schoodic Peninsula – with neighboring communities\, along the Maine coast\, and more broadly across the National Park System. \nThis event will take place in-person at the Winter Harbor Public Library (18 Chapel Lane\, Winter Harbor\, ME 04693). \nFor more information\, please visit the Winter Harbor Public Library website.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/winter-harbor-public-library-summer-lecture-with-nick-fisichelli/
LOCATION:Winter Harbor Public Library\, 18 Chapel Ln\, Winter Harbor\, Maine\, 04693
CATEGORIES:Community,Evening Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230329T194532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230606T001911Z
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SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at Carter's Beach
DESCRIPTION:We are currently at capacity for this event. Thank you for your interest. Please consider joining us for one of our other Project ASCO volunteer training events taking place this summer!\n \nJoin Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team in collaboration with Frenchman Bay Conservancy and Crabtree Neck Land Trust on June 26\, 2023 from 9:30am to 1:00pm at Carter’s Beach(adjacent to Salt Pond Preserve in Hancock\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! \n \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you to Frenchman Bay Conservancy and Crabtree Neck Land Trust for partnering with us to host this volunteer training. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-cartersbeach/
LOCATION:Carter’s Beach\, Hancock\, ME\, 04640
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230623T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230623T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230329T190334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T184222Z
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SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at Mahar Point
DESCRIPTION:Join Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team in collaboration with Downeast Coastal Conservancy on June 23\, 2023 from 8:00am to 11:30am at Mahar Point (Pembroke\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! Please note: there are no bathroom facilities at this location.\n \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you to the Downeast Coastal Conservancy for partnering with us to host this volunteer training. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest. Registration has now closed for this volunteer training event. \n 
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-maharpoint/
LOCATION:Mahar Point\, Pembroke\, ME\, 04666
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230531T145529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T145529Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Ocean Festival 2023 at The Oceanarium
DESCRIPTION:Join the Oceanarium in Bar Harbor\, Maine on June 10\, 2023 from 10:00am – 5:00pm for a day-long event of live music\, games\, ocean-oriented vendors\, and speakers and presenters discussing relevant ideas and issues affecting the Gulf of Maine today. High tide\, low tide\, or somewhere in between\, you’ll love it. Bring the whole family and wear blue for the ocean! \nDuring the festival\, Catherine Schmitt (Schoodic Institute’s Science Communication Specialist) will join Mount Desert Island Historical Society and local artist Jennifer Steen Booher to discuss sea level rise. \nTo purchase tickets for this event\, visit the Oceanarium website here.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/maine-ocean-festival-2023-at-the-oceanarium/
LOCATION:The Oceanarium\, 1351 ME 3\, Bar Harbor\, Maine\, 04609
CATEGORIES:Landscape of Change
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230329T174114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T141952Z
UID:8798-1686297600-1686310200@schoodicinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Project ASCO Volunteer Training at Ferry Landing
DESCRIPTION:Join Schoodic Institute’s Project ASCO research team in collaboration with Blue Hill Heritage Trust on June 9\, 2023 from 8:00am – 11:30am at Ferry Landing(Brooksville\, Maine) to learn about and collect data on rockweed\, a foundational seaweed in Maine’s rocky intertidal! Please register for this volunteer training event below.\n \nProject ASCO is a citizen science research initiative designed to get interested participants out into the intertidal zone to collect data about rockweed while exploring the beauty of the rocky coast between the tides. Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum\, or “Asco”) is the dominant species in most of the rocky intertidal zone of Maine and provides habitat for other species living in and visiting the intertidal zone. Rockweed is currently harvested in Maine and sustainable management requires knowledge of the total amount of rockweed throughout the state. Participants in Project ASCO can help answer the question\, “How much rockweed is there?” The data collected by Project ASCO participants will be analyzed and shared by scientists at Schoodic Institute to inform resource management. \nDuring this training\, volunteers learn the Project ASCO research protocol in a hands-on setting by collecting data on rockweed in the rocky intertidal. At the end of the training\, volunteers are provided with field gear to collect their own data on rockweed and will be able to contribute to the Project ASCO database on the public data hub anecdata.org. \nActivities for this research training include working with Schoodic Institute researchers in the rocky intertidal\, a place where slips\, trips\, and falls can be a concern due to wet or unsteady rocks and seaweed. Please come prepared with weather appropriate field gear\, long pants\, close toed shoes\, and enthusiasm for learning about Maine’s rocky intertidal ecosystem! Note: there are no bathroom facilities at this location. Please park at the lower lot at the end of Ferry Road in Brooksville. See Blue Hill Heritage Trust map for additional details. \nIf you have any questions about Project ASCO or this in-person volunteer training event\, please email projectasco@schoodicinstitute.org. \nThank you to the Blue Hill Heritage Trust for partnering with us to host this volunteer training. \n \n  \n  \n  \nThank you for your interest. Registration has now closed for this volunteer training event.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/projectasco-ferrylanding/
LOCATION:Ferry Landing\, Brooksville\, ME
CATEGORIES:Citizen Science,Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T194500
DTSTAMP:20260406T154724
CREATED:20230531T142239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230531T175551Z
UID:9160-1686249000-1686253500@schoodicinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Landscape of Change: Historic Acadia National Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Landscape of Change partners and Smithsonian Associates on Thursday\, June 8\, 2023 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. (via Zoom) to learn about how you can help document sea level rise. \nFor centuries\, the coastal location and diverse landscape of Maine’s Acadia National Park – featuring mountain summits\, rocky shores\, and wooded valleys – have drawn Indigenous residents\, explorers\, settlers\, and visitors in search of beauty and inspiration. The juxtaposition of landscape has created a unique region and a haven for scientists. Their centuries of written records\, specimen collections\, and oral histories have provided baselines for understanding environmental change on Mount Desert Island and beyond. \nSchoodic Institute’s Science Communication Specialist Catherine Schmitt will share the story of science in Acadia\, including how the records of university students helped inspire the conservation efforts which led to the formation of the national park\, and how this legacy is helping scientists today document a rapidly changing world. \nThis presentation will take place online via Zoom. Registration required – click here to sign up today.
URL:https://schoodicinstitute.org/event/landscape-of-change-historic-acadia-national-park/
LOCATION:Virtual Program on Zoom
CATEGORIES:Landscape of Change
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