The 8th International Monarch Monitoring Blitz saw a record number of volunteers across North America, highlighting the growing role of eco-tourism in conservation efforts. Over 5,000 participants documented monarch butterfly sightings and tracked vital milkweed habitats, contributing to the protection of this iconic species.
Maine Audubon is recruiting volunteers to assist with a community science project monitoring water quality and stream health. Volunteers will collect stream samples to identify the presence of large aquatic insects, known as macroinvertebrates, which serve as indicators of water quality. The data collected will provide insights into the health of streams and rivers, as well as the aquatic food web. Training is available in-person or online.
