Newfound Audubon Center

05/07/2026

From May until October, New Hampshire’s turtles are going to be out and about, and this means that many will be crossing roads to find good breeding and egg laying sites, and then returning to their habitats. Please be sure to watch your speed and take special care for any objects in the road. You may also notice turtle signs on the roads you drive. These have been placed by individuals and organizations to educate people about the movements of these animals and to alert drivers of known crossing areas.

If you see a turtle attempting to cross a road, you can help it by pulling over to a safe location, picking up the turtle, and moving it to the other side. It is very important to only move a turtle that is trying to cross the road and not one that is just sitting near a road. Only move them in the direction that they are crossing, not back to the side they came from. This will cause the turtle to reattempt crossing. Also, if you find a Snapping Turtle attempting to cross, you can use a broom, piece of cardboard, or car floormat to help it cross instead of picking it up.

Thank you for helping our state’s turtles stay safe this season! (If you find an injured turtle, call or text NH Turtle Rescue at 603-417-4944.)

PS - Come visit us at TurtleFest 2026 in Newmarket on Saturday, May 9 to learn more about turtles.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day from NH Audubon! Every day, we work to protect New Hampshire's natural world through conservation research, wildlife monitoring, and habitat protection. But protecting biodiversity isn't something we do alone... it's something we all do together. From backyards and classrooms across NH to the state house in our capitol city, people like you are making a difference for wildlife and our planet.

Join us in action this Earth Day and beyond: Become a member, volunteer, or attend an event. Learn more at: nhaudubon.org.

Photos by NH Audubon staff.

03/31/2026

TOMORROW April 1st at 10:30 AM 🐦

Join us at Grey Rocks for Let’s Talk Nature: Where Have the Birds Gone?

A new 2025 report shows 75% of North American bird species are declining, including birds we once thought of as common.

If you’ve noticed quieter mornings or fewer birds in your backyard, you’re not imagining it. Let’s gather to talk about what’s changing, what it means here in New Hampshire, and what we can do about it.

And we're excited to share that Grace McCulloch of New Hampshire Audubon will be joining us to share insights into bird monitoring work happening right here in New Hampshire!

☕ Warm drinks + cookies included
🔗 Register at newfoundlake.org/event/lets-talk-nature-where-have-the-birds-gone

03/21/2026

We're looking for a Paradise Point Nature Center Coordinator!

This position will support the mission of New Hampshire Audubon, to protect New Hampshire’s natural environment for wildlife and for people, by presenting as the face of Paradise Point Nature Center, providing quality customer service to visitors and the general public, overseeing the Nature Store, and generating memberships and sales to benefit the organization. Paradise Point Nature Center, part of the Newfound Audubon Center, is a center part of an assembly of three wildlife sanctuaries (Paradise Point, Hebron Marsh, and Bear Mountain) located on the beautiful north shore of Newfound Lake in Hebron, NH. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, keeping working knowledge of center and organization activities, upholding a tidy and presentable visitor space, conducting retail sales, maintaining store inventory, and acting as on-site building caretaker.

Learn more here: https://nhaudubon.org/about-us/job-opportunities/

03/19/2026

Join NH Audubon's team as a naturalist at the Newfound Center!

This position will support New Hampshire Audubon’s mission, to protect New Hampshire’s natural environment for wildlife and for people, by aiding in boat rentals and program coordination/delivery to area residents, visitors, and camp groups. It's based out of Paradise Point Nature Center, part of the Newfound Audubon Center, an assembly of three wildlife sanctuaries (Paradise Point, Hebron Marsh, and Bear Mountain) located on the beautiful north shore of Newfound Lake in Hebron, NH. Learn more and apply here: https://nhaudubon.org/about-us/job-opportunities/

02/27/2026

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated in this year’s Backyard Winter Bird Survey!

We had record-breaking online participation and an incredible number of photo submissions. We’re so grateful for this amazing community.

There were even a few exciting rarities reported, including a Chipping Sparrow, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, and Dickcissel! Stay tuned as we compile the final results. It takes time to enter the paper data sheets, verify rare sightings, and crunch all the numbers.

In the meantime, check out our photo gallery from the Survey weekend! Previewed here in the photos (zoom for species and photographer information) and live on our website: https://backyardwinterbirds.nhaudubon.org/photo-gallery/

02/14/2026

Did you know the Backyard Winter Bird Survey has been going strong for 39 years? That’s only possible thanks to countless participants across New Hampshire.

We’re excited to now showcase in-depth trend analyses for 20 common backyard winter bird species on our project website. Explore these insights, and much more, at backyardwinterbirds.nhaudubon.org.

And don’t forget to help carry on this fun and important tradition. Count your birds and report your totals online this weekend, February 14 & 15!

Photo by Donna Ellis, taken during her 2025 Backyard Winter Bird Survey.

02/11/2026

Practice bird identification with our friends at Newfound Lake Region Association, then participate in the survey from your home! We can't wait to see what birds are hanging out in the Newfound Lake region this winter. https://backyardwinterbirds.nhaudubon.org/

🐦 Coffee, birds, and community science...what’s not to love?

Join NLRA at Grey Rocks Conservation Center on Sunday, 2/15, from 9:30–11:30am for a relaxed, beginner-friendly birding session as part of New Hampshire Audubon’s 39th Annual Backyard Winter Bird Survey. We'll practice bird ID together while observing birds at our feeders and surrounding habitat from the windows, with coffee and snacks to keep things cozy. ☕❄️

Your observations will help contribute valuable data that supports bird conservation and tracks long-term trends across New Hampshire. No experience necessary, just curiosity!

Learn more and see other upcoming events at NewfoundLake.org/events

02/06/2026

All ages and experience levels are welcome in the Backyard Winter Bird Survey!

New to birding? We’ve got you covered. Our website includes ID tips, feeder advice, and ideas for making your backyard a haven for winter wildlife.

Visit backyardwinterbirds.nhaudubon.org to learn more—and join in the fun on February 14 & 15!

Photo of a White-breasted Nuthatch by Len Medlock.

02/01/2026

Don’t forget to count your squirrels too! 🐿️

During last year’s Backyard Winter Bird Survey, 657 Red Squirrels were reported across New Hampshire. Join our 39th annual survey on February 14 & 15 and help us track all the activity happening in backyards statewide.

Participation is easier than ever—learn more at backyardwinterbirds.nhaudubon.org.

Photo of a Red Squirrel by Donna Ellis, taken during her 2025 Backyard Winter Bird Survey.