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#PortlandME - COME JOIN THE GREAT PORTLAND PICK UP!
The Portland Parks Conservancy and the City of Portland are hosting a citywide cleanup event on Saturday, April 25th, from 10AM - 12PM.
"This event is happening rain or shine!
Join us in cleaning up our local parks and communities, enjoy refreshments, and be entered to win a raffle prize by attending and helping clean up trash & litter!
Calling volunteers! Come join us for a fun morning of giving back and helping Portland shine! We’ll have all the supplies you need.
Just bring comfy clothes, closed-toe shoes, and don’t forget water and sunscreen. Enjoy free coffee and snacks while you volunteer, and when you fill out the waiver, you’ll be entered for a chance to win a raffle prize 🎉
*No need to sign up to volunteer, just show up at one of the following clean-up hub locations.
Meet at one of the clean-up hub locations:
- Congress Square Park: Meet at the park at 581 Congress St
- Parkside: Meet outside the building at 510 Cumberland Ave (look for the Parkside Community Policing Sign!)
- Bayside #CommunityGarden: Meet at the garden entrance at 78 Chestnut St
- Allen's Corner: Meet at the Shaw's in the Northgate Plaza by the covered entry area facing Allen Ave at 91 Auburn St
- Canco Woods: Meet at the main trailhead off of Canco Rd
- Woodfords Corner: Meet outside Oddfellows Hall at 651 Forest Ave
- Capisic Pond Park: Meet at the Rockland Ave entrance to Capisic Pond Park
- Riverton Trolley Park: Meet in the parking lot by the sign at 822 Riverside St
- India St Area: Meet outside Cloudport Coworking MultiSpace at 63 Federal St
- Munjoy Hill: Meet at the Hill House at 92 Congress St
- #DeeringOaksPark: Meet in the park by the stage
- Ocean Ave Elementary School: Meet at the back of the school parking lot by the entrance to the woods
- Deering Center: Meet outside Pat's Meat Mart at 484 Stevens Avenue
- West End - Reiche #CommunityCenter: Meet at the community center entrance on Clark St
- #BaxterWoods: Meet at the Stevens Avenue entrance by the Baxter Woods sign
- #PaysonPark: Meet at the parking lot by the baseball fields
- #PeaksIsland Community Center: Meet at the Community Center at 129 Island Ave
- #LongfellowPark: Meet at the picnic table in the park at 10 Longfellow St "#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #ParkCleanups #BuildingCommunity #SpendTimeOutdoors #LitterCleanup #EarthDay2026
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#TuscanVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 – 6 p.m., April 22, 2026
"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #TuscanAZ #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation
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#TuscanVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 – 6 p.m., April 22, 2026
"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #TuscanAZ #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation
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#TuscanVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 – 6 p.m., April 22, 2026
"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #TuscanAZ #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation
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#TuscanVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 – 6 p.m., April 22, 2026
"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #TuscanAZ #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation
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#TuscanVillageFarm - Midweek Market
Next event: 4 – 6 p.m., April 22, 2026
"We sell TVF grown produce, farm-fresh soup, focaccia bread, chocolate chip cookies, and MORE. Prices will be posted at the farm.
Cash, cards, ApplePay, SNAP, and DoubleUp Bucks with EBT card.
Our retail space will be open as well. We have items like TVF cookbooks, handmade soaps, chapsticks, screen printed shirts, and more!
Every purchase supports us in our mission to provide health and agriculture education to Arizona youth.
2201 East Roger Road
(look for the windmill)Tucson Village Farm (#TVF) is a #SeedToTable program designed to reconnect young people to a healthy food system, teach them how to grow and prepare fresh food, and empower them to make healthy life choices.
A program of the Pima County Cooperative Extension and the University of Arizona, TVF is a working #UrbanFarm and healthy living center that fosters life and leadership skills in young people through #agriculture, culinary education, #outdoor adventure opportunities, and community engagement. "
https://tucsonvillagefarm.arizona.edu/events/midweek-market-2
#SolarPunkSunday #TuscanAZ #UniversityOfArizona #SpendTimeOutdoors #BuildingCommunity #YouthGardening #OutdoorEducation
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#Florida - #Birding #Backpacks
"Explore the Nature Coast and the native birds of Citrus County with a Birding Backpack from your Citrus Library. These Birding Backpacks contain everything you need to identify birds native to Florida and North America.
What are Birding Backpacks
The Nature Coast is home to many kinds of birds. Citrus County alone is home to at least 330 bird species. This is over one-fourth of the birds that have been seen in the United States!
It only makes sense that the Citrus County Audubon Society would want to share their love of this “Birder’s Paradise” with others.
These Birding Backpacks, assembled by the Citrus County Library system, include materials provided by the Citrus County Audubon Society, Max Schulman, Tom Craig, and the Citrus County Library system.
Each Birding Backpack contains:
1 pair binoculars
1 book Birds of Florida field guide
1 pamphlet Birds of Central Florida : a guide to common & notable species
1 pamphlet Florida Birds : a folding pocket guide to familiar species."Learn more:
https://www.citruslibraries.org/services-resources/birding-backpacks/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #BirdingBackpack #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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A list of the items (and approximate cost) included in the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorer packs (which are no longer available, unfortunately). This one is for the #Plant pack. Link to PDFs for printing are below.
LLBean Original Backpack $36.95
Forest Trees of Maine - Maine Forest Service $15.00
Pocket Naturalist Guide: New England Trees & Wildflowers $7.95
Take-Along Guide: Berries, Nuts, and Seeds $7.95
Wooden dual 5x and 10x magnifier (w/case) $12.50
Specimen box with magnifying lid $4.50
Sorting Sheet $2.00
Paint Chips [for color identification]
Lapboard $2.00
Pencil pouch, containing:
- Colored pencils (12)
- Pencil
- Pencil sharpener
- Crayons (8)
$7.00Additional items contained in the Audubon Plant packs (estimated cost $2.00 -- pretty much, the cost of printing out the PDFs)
User guide, containing:
- Introduction
- Exploring Nature Together: Tips for Families
- Using your smartphone to connect to nature
- Explore: Plants
- Read: Plants
- Take Action: Plants
- Activity Idea: Color Hunt
- Activity Idea: Bark and Leaf Rubbings
- Illustrated Glossary of Leaf Shapes
- Nature Journaling Template
- Blank paper
- SurveyLink to Maine Audubon's printed materials (Google Drive):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yMls_QNHpxOOqdckJwZge1IeE3Vv3rtE?usp=drive_link#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature
#SpendTimeOutdoors #PlantIdentification #LearningThroughNature
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#Wyoming - #Birding #AdventureBackpacks – Inspiring the next generation of #birders!
"Would you and your family love to go on a birding adventure right in your own community? Or possibly in a neighboring county?
You need an Birding Adventure Backpack!
- Laramie County Public Library – #CheyenneWY
- Laramie County Library System – #BurnsBranch
- Laramie County Library System – #PineBluffsBranchand now in Torrington & Guernsey too!
Goshen County Library – #TorringtonWY
Guernsey Branch Library – #GuernseyWYCheck out these awesome birding backpacks! Everything you and your family needs to spot those elusive #warblers, #flycatchers, and waterfowl in our lovely #parks and #WildlifeRefuges.
Need more information on WHERE to bird? Check out 'Birding our Region/Locations' on the Audubon website. Near and far, Laramie, Platte, and Goshen Counties have lovely birding locations to visit.
Special thanks to our Education Team and our wonderful libraries throughout our Chapter region. They welcomed us with 'open wings' … Now GET OUT AND BIRD WYOMING! Adventure awaits!"
Learn more:
https://cheyenneaudubon.org/education-conservation-2/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #LaramieCounty #Audubon #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #Birding #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Wyoming - #Birding #AdventureBackpacks – Inspiring the next generation of #birders!
"Would you and your family love to go on a birding adventure right in your own community? Or possibly in a neighboring county?
You need an Birding Adventure Backpack!
- Laramie County Public Library – #CheyenneWY
- Laramie County Library System – #BurnsBranch
- Laramie County Library System – #PineBluffsBranchand now in Torrington & Guernsey too!
Goshen County Library – #TorringtonWY
Guernsey Branch Library – #GuernseyWYCheck out these awesome birding backpacks! Everything you and your family needs to spot those elusive #warblers, #flycatchers, and waterfowl in our lovely #parks and #WildlifeRefuges.
Need more information on WHERE to bird? Check out 'Birding our Region/Locations' on the Audubon website. Near and far, Laramie, Platte, and Goshen Counties have lovely birding locations to visit.
Special thanks to our Education Team and our wonderful libraries throughout our Chapter region. They welcomed us with 'open wings' … Now GET OUT AND BIRD WYOMING! Adventure awaits!"
Learn more:
https://cheyenneaudubon.org/education-conservation-2/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #LaramieCounty #Audubon #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #Birding #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Wyoming - #Birding #AdventureBackpacks – Inspiring the next generation of #birders!
"Would you and your family love to go on a birding adventure right in your own community? Or possibly in a neighboring county?
You need an Birding Adventure Backpack!
- Laramie County Public Library – #CheyenneWY
- Laramie County Library System – #BurnsBranch
- Laramie County Library System – #PineBluffsBranchand now in Torrington & Guernsey too!
Goshen County Library – #TorringtonWY
Guernsey Branch Library – #GuernseyWYCheck out these awesome birding backpacks! Everything you and your family needs to spot those elusive #warblers, #flycatchers, and waterfowl in our lovely #parks and #WildlifeRefuges.
Need more information on WHERE to bird? Check out 'Birding our Region/Locations' on the Audubon website. Near and far, Laramie, Platte, and Goshen Counties have lovely birding locations to visit.
Special thanks to our Education Team and our wonderful libraries throughout our Chapter region. They welcomed us with 'open wings' … Now GET OUT AND BIRD WYOMING! Adventure awaits!"
Learn more:
https://cheyenneaudubon.org/education-conservation-2/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #LaramieCounty #Audubon #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #Birding #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Wyoming - #Birding #AdventureBackpacks – Inspiring the next generation of #birders!
"Would you and your family love to go on a birding adventure right in your own community? Or possibly in a neighboring county?
You need an Birding Adventure Backpack!
- Laramie County Public Library – #CheyenneWY
- Laramie County Library System – #BurnsBranch
- Laramie County Library System – #PineBluffsBranchand now in Torrington & Guernsey too!
Goshen County Library – #TorringtonWY
Guernsey Branch Library – #GuernseyWYCheck out these awesome birding backpacks! Everything you and your family needs to spot those elusive #warblers, #flycatchers, and waterfowl in our lovely #parks and #WildlifeRefuges.
Need more information on WHERE to bird? Check out 'Birding our Region/Locations' on the Audubon website. Near and far, Laramie, Platte, and Goshen Counties have lovely birding locations to visit.
Special thanks to our Education Team and our wonderful libraries throughout our Chapter region. They welcomed us with 'open wings' … Now GET OUT AND BIRD WYOMING! Adventure awaits!"
Learn more:
https://cheyenneaudubon.org/education-conservation-2/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #LaramieCounty #Audubon #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #Birding #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Wyoming - #Birding #AdventureBackpacks – Inspiring the next generation of #birders!
"Would you and your family love to go on a birding adventure right in your own community? Or possibly in a neighboring county?
You need an Birding Adventure Backpack!
- Laramie County Public Library – #CheyenneWY
- Laramie County Library System – #BurnsBranch
- Laramie County Library System – #PineBluffsBranchand now in Torrington & Guernsey too!
Goshen County Library – #TorringtonWY
Guernsey Branch Library – #GuernseyWYCheck out these awesome birding backpacks! Everything you and your family needs to spot those elusive #warblers, #flycatchers, and waterfowl in our lovely #parks and #WildlifeRefuges.
Need more information on WHERE to bird? Check out 'Birding our Region/Locations' on the Audubon website. Near and far, Laramie, Platte, and Goshen Counties have lovely birding locations to visit.
Special thanks to our Education Team and our wonderful libraries throughout our Chapter region. They welcomed us with 'open wings' … Now GET OUT AND BIRD WYOMING! Adventure awaits!"
Learn more:
https://cheyenneaudubon.org/education-conservation-2/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #LaramieCounty #Audubon #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #Birding #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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So, here is a list of the items (and approximate cost) included in the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorer packs (which are no longer available, unfortunately). This one is for the #Birding pack. Link to PDFs for printing are below.
LLBean Original Backpack $36.95
Look up! Birdwatching in Your Own Backyard - Annette LeBlanc Cate $15.99
Sibley East by David Sibley $19.95
Birds of Maine by Stan Tekiela $13.95
Tasco Essentials 8x42 binoculars (w/case) $50.00
Wooden dual 5x and 10x magnifier (w/case) $12.50
Audubon bird call $8.95
Bird photo cards $2.00
Nest photo cards $1.00
Lapboard $2.00
Pencil pouch, containing:
- Colored pencils (12)
- Pencil
- Pencil sharpener
$7.00Additional items contained in the Audubon Birding packs (estimated cost $2.00 -- pretty much, the cost of printing out the PDFs)
User guide, containing:
- Introduction
- Exploring Nature Together: Tips for Families
- Using your smartphone to connect to nature
- Explore: Birds
- Read: Birds
- Take Action: Birds
- Activity Ideas: Bird Photo Cards
- Activity Idea: Build a Nest
- Nature Journaling Template
- Birds of Maine Checklist
- Blank paper
- SurveyLink to Maine Audubon's printed materials (Google Drive):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1gxjXyK86ZrDtt2qetiBXfQqSAiVuSABE?usp=drive_link#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #Wildlife #LearningThroughNature #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Maryland - #Library #Backpacks
"Thanks to support from the Nora Roberts Foundation, there are #NatureExplorer backpacks at all of the local libraries in the Eastern Panhandle, at some libraries nearby in Maryland, and at the nature center at #CacaponStatePark. They are available for checkout with your library card!
The packs provide families with all the tools they need to get their children outside exploring #nature. Each pack contains a variety of #books, #FieldGuides, supplies and #ActivityIdeas centered on different themes. Backpacks themes include #Birds, #Reptiles and #Amphibians, #BackyardHabitats, #Mammals, #Insects, and Winter."
Learn more:
https://www.potomacaudubon.org/education/all-ages/library-backpacks/#SolarPunkSunday #ExploreNature #Wildlife #PotomacValley #PotomacValleyAudubonSociety #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBackpacks #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureBasedLearning #LearningThroughNature #LibrariesRule! #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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So, here is a list of the items (and approximate cost) included in the #MaineAudubon #NatureExplorer packs (which are no longer available, unfortunately). This one is for the #Wildlife pack. Link to PDFs for printing are below.
LLBean Original Backpack $36.95
Falcon Guide to Scats and Tracks of the Northeast - James C. Halfpenny, PhD., Jim Bruchac, Todd Telander $12.95
Kaufman Guide to New England - Kenn & Kimberly Kaufman $22.00
Pocket Naturalist Guide: Maine Wildlife - Kavanagh/Leung $7.95
Pocket Naturalist Guide: Bugs and Slugs - Kavanagh/Leung $7.95
Wooden Dual 5x and 10x magnifier (w/case) $12.50
Specimen Box with magnifying lid $4.50
Plastic Trowel $4.00
Plastic container with lid
Animal Track Rubber Stamps (w/inkpad, 18 stamps) $19.99
Lapboard $2.00
Pencil pouch, containing:
- Colored pencils (12)
- Pencil
- Pencil sharpener
$7.00Additional items contained in the Audubon packs (estimated cost $2.00 -- pretty much, the cost of printing out the PDFs)
User guide, containing:
- Introduction
- Exploring Nature Together: Tips for Families
- Using your smartphone to connect to nature
- Explore: Wildlife
- Read: Wildlife
- Take Action: Wildlife
- Activity Idea: Make a Pitfall Trap
- Activity Idea: Animal Track Rubber Stamps
- Nature Journaling Template
- Maine Animal Tracks
- Blank paper
- SurveyLink to Maine Audubon's printed materials (Google Drive):
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Ld3J8D3l1ADwHl2j1BH-INvzZ63Lnkj7?usp=drive_link#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #Wildlife #LearningThroughNature #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime
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#Maine - #NaturalHeritage Hikes
"Natural Heritage Hikes are narratives that guide hikers through the rich ecological, geological, and cultural elements encountered on 25 of Maine's most popular hiking trails. These descriptions provide the hiker with the what, how, and why of the natural environments they are walking through."
Link to list [includes maps and descriptions in PDF format]:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mnap/assistance/heritage_hikes.htm#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHikes #LearnAboutNature #MaineHikes
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#Maine - #NaturalHeritage Hikes
"Natural Heritage Hikes are narratives that guide hikers through the rich ecological, geological, and cultural elements encountered on 25 of Maine's most popular hiking trails. These descriptions provide the hiker with the what, how, and why of the natural environments they are walking through."
Link to list [includes maps and descriptions in PDF format]:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mnap/assistance/heritage_hikes.htm#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHikes #LearnAboutNature #MaineHikes
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#Maine - #NaturalHeritage Hikes
"Natural Heritage Hikes are narratives that guide hikers through the rich ecological, geological, and cultural elements encountered on 25 of Maine's most popular hiking trails. These descriptions provide the hiker with the what, how, and why of the natural environments they are walking through."
Link to list [includes maps and descriptions in PDF format]:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mnap/assistance/heritage_hikes.htm#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHikes #LearnAboutNature #MaineHikes
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#Maine - #NaturalHeritage Hikes
"Natural Heritage Hikes are narratives that guide hikers through the rich ecological, geological, and cultural elements encountered on 25 of Maine's most popular hiking trails. These descriptions provide the hiker with the what, how, and why of the natural environments they are walking through."
Link to list [includes maps and descriptions in PDF format]:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mnap/assistance/heritage_hikes.htm#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHikes #LearnAboutNature #MaineHikes
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#Maine - #NaturalHeritage Hikes
"Natural Heritage Hikes are narratives that guide hikers through the rich ecological, geological, and cultural elements encountered on 25 of Maine's most popular hiking trails. These descriptions provide the hiker with the what, how, and why of the natural environments they are walking through."
Link to list [includes maps and descriptions in PDF format]:
https://www.maine.gov/dacf/mnap/assistance/heritage_hikes.htm#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHikes #LearnAboutNature #MaineHikes
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#AlfredME - Alfred #ElementarySchool #NatureHike
0.8mi Length
36ft Elevation gain
0.5–1hr Estimated time, Out & back"This short trail starts in the parking lot of the elementary school. There is an #OutdoorClassroom, #VernalPonds, and #swale. Small bridges have been built over wet areas. There are small signs with information about the natural environment. Although there are blue blazes on trees, the trail is not easy to follow as it gets further from the school."
FMI:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/alfred-elementary-school-nature-hike#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #SpendTimeOutdoors #NatureHikes #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime #NatureBasedLearning
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How to Create a #PollinatorGarden with Children: Fun Family Activities to Attract Pollinators and Foster a #LoveForNature
by Chloe Wilson, February 12, 2025·Excerpt: "Another fantastic idea is to create a 'pollinator parade.' Have your children dress up as their favorite pollinators, and then march around the garden! They can flap their arms like butterflies or buzz like bees. This playful activity not only entertains but also helps them remember the importance of these creatures.
"You can incorporate storytelling activities by making up tales about the flowers and the pollinators that visit them. Kids can act out these stories, which fosters their imagination and creativity. This can be a wonderful bonding experience for the whole family.
"Don’t forget about seasonal activities. In spring, you can plant seeds together. In summer, observe which flowers attract the most bees. In fall, collect seeds from your flowers to plant next year. This creates a year-round learning experience that keeps kids engaged in nature."
Read more:
https://www.kidsandthegarden.com/articles/pollinator-garden-kids-activities/#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBasedLearning #KidsActivities #GardeningForPollinators #Storytelling #Nature
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A free #DinosaurFestival is coming to #MexicoCity with concerts, #games, and a #ToySwap
A free event in Mexico City featuring workshops, live music, and themed games for kids who love dinosaurs
by Elva Pérez, April 10, 2026
"If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate the little ones, this dinosaur festival in Mexico City is just what you need. It’s an event designed especially for young dinosaur fans that promises a morning full of fun, creativity, and plenty of Jurassic imagination.
"One of the event’s biggest draws is its variety of activities. There will be dinosaur mask-making so every little one can tap into their artistic side, plus a fun dinosaur scavenger hunt that will put their spirit of exploration to the test.
"You’ll also find activities like a toy swap, ideal for encouraging exchange and giving new life to those forgotten items. And if that weren’t enough, there will be a plaster mini-dinosaur casting activity that’s sure to delight the most curious visitors.
"Music is not left out either. The festival will feature a live concert with artists such as Jack Ditortion, Manu Choque, and Crazysaurios, who will set the perfect mood to keep the energy at its peak.
"The event is designed to be enjoyed as a family, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothes and, of course, bringing your best dino spirit to make the most of every activity."
📅 Saturday, April 25
📍 Mercado Público 221, Santa Isabel Tola
⏰ 11:00 a.m.
🎟️ Free admission -
#WellsME - #FullMoonWalk
Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30pm – 7:00pmExperience the #LaudholmReserve after dark!
Reservations Required!
Pricing
- Members: $8
- Non-Members: $10
- Member Family: $20
- Non-member Family: $25"Experience the Reserve after dark! Join us for a peaceful walk on the trails and to the beach after dark. We hope to catch the last colors of sunset and the glow of the full moon. Please come prepared for the weather and trail conditions. Families welcome w/young ones ages 10+. Registration and pre-payment are required."
To register:
https://wellsreserve.org/event/82750/full-moon-walk#MaineEvents #SolarPunkSunday #LunarPunkSunday #NatureWalk #FullMoon #WellsReserve #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature
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Tagging for an early #SolarPunkSunday! #PattenME - #WinterFestival 2026 — A Free Family Event! ❄️
"Bundle up and join the fun at the Winter Festival at the Patten Lumbermen’s Museum on Saturday, February 28, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM.
Enjoy an afternoon filled with outdoor adventure and winter learning, including:
- A warming fire
- XC skiing and winter activities
- Snowmobile displays
- Family-friendly programs
- Winter safety tips
- Refreshments and moreBring friends, family, and your sense of adventure! This free event is a great way to celebrate winter in Maine while connecting with local partners and outdoor enthusiasts."
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MEDACF/bulletins/40acd3c
#MaineEvents #SpendTimeOutdoors #SpendTimeInNature #WinterEvents
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RE: https://mastodon.social/@Abelvicent/116016691028210105
Yes! Absolutely!
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Image of children working in a school garden. Caption: "Should children be taught how to grow food as part of their schooling?"Tagging for #SolarPunkSunday , #SchoolGardens #SpendTimeOutdoors
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Spent some much-needed time outdoors today. One of the bird feeder holders (an old metal coat rack I found in a free pile) had blown over yesterday. Cleaned it up and turned it into a plant hanger (which it was in a former life). Started digging up the front garden and found a bunch of baby onions and garlic from previous years' crops going to seed. Dug those up and transplanted them into containers. Between those and the little red potatoes I stored from last season, I won't have to buy onions or seed potatoes from the local feed store this year!