Attention! There was a last minute cancellation for Norris Island. Both the beach and the cabin are available the weekend of June 6th through the 8th. It is easy to reserve and there is a suggest donation of just $25. To spend a peaceful weekend on a beautiful island, just check out https://www.tklt.org/norrisislandcamp (fb)

Nine birders from the Augusta Bird Club visited KLT’s North Acres Wildlife Conservation Area in Manchester on Wednesday, May 21, and spotted at least 25 Bobolinks in the fields. These grassland birds are among 37 species in Maine with steep population declines, according to the State of the Birds 2025 report. Other highlights included Barred Owls, Eastern Meadowlarks, a Yellow-bellied Sapsucker at a nest cavity, and a singing Wood Thrush. Sightings were submitted to eBird, contributing to bird conservation through community science. Thanks to the Augusta Bird Club for sharing their observations and to our supporters for helping protect Bobolink habitat. Upcoming Augusta Bird Club walks: • Friday, May 23 at Bond Brook, 4:30 pm • Tuesday, May 27 at Viles Arboretum, 7:00 am • Wednesday, May 28 at Harrison Avenue, Gardiner, 7:00 am For more information or directions, visit augustabirds.org and check the “Trips and Events” tab. Photos: Bobolink, North Acres Wildlife Conservation Area Deb Plengey Yellow-bellied Sapsucker, North Acres Wildlife Conservation Area Cheryl Ring (fb)