Upcoming Events
Winter Erosion & Sedimentation Control
8AM-12PM
Auburn Senior Center
48 Pettengill Park
Auburn ME 04210
Disturbing soil during winter can make it difficult to prevent erosion and control sediment on construction sites, many of the practices that are most effective during the growing season do not work well during the winter months. Here in Maine, cold weather can hinder adequate erosion and sedimentation control for up to half the year, so knowing appropriate treatments and practices for maintaining water quality through proper winter controls can be key to a successful project.
Working in the winter requires extra planning, foresight, inspections and additional materials to minimize the impact of these activities on our natural resources and water quality as well as ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. This program will explore the options available for performing soil disturbance in the winter as well as highlighting the regulations that contractors need to comply with when performing winter work.
This class qualifies for 4 hours of Continuing Education Credit for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP.
Wildlife Tracking
Saturday Jan 22, 2022
9am-12pm
303 South River Road, Greene ME
We know they’re out there, but do we really know what animals are doing when we’re not around? Join Assistant Wildlife Biologist Josh Matijas of the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife for a walk and learn how to identify tracks in the field. Learn to distinguish behavior and habitat, look at scat, and track patterns to uncover the story of our local wildlife. Adults, children, and families all welcome!
This is an outdoor event. Please dress appropriately for being out in conditions for the allotted time. It is a moderate walk on uneven terrain with a few small hills.
Spring has Spawned: Getting Your Garden Ready for Mushroom Cultivation
Saturday, Jan 29th
10am-12pm
$25 / person
254 Goddard Road (USDA Service Center), Lewiston ME
Every gardener in America should be growing mushrooms! If upgrading your garden this year sounds fun, join Louis Giller for an informative presentation. He will cover:
- Why one should garden with mushrooms including culinary and ecological benefits
- Basic fungal biology
- Growing techniques, tools and materials needed as well as the appropriate mushroom species to use
- Best times to prepare, plant, and expect harvests
- How to keep the garden healthy throughout the season.
Presenter Louis Giller has spent about 12 years growing, foraging, and most importantly eating mushrooms. His mycological journey began at the University of Denver where he studied environmental science and conducted oyster mushroom research inspired by MycoCelebrity Paul Stamets. He joined North Spore over 5 years ago where he primarily works on customer service, education, and community outreach.
Past Events
Bat Conservation & Bat House Construction
Leaf Art
Leaf Peeping Paddle
Soil Health Workshop
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Learn to Fish Day!
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Storm Water Stenciling
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