HBMI Natural Resources Dept.

HBMI Natural Resources Dept. Source for information on environmental and natural resources

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To sustain and manage HBMI's natural resources for the continuing benefit of Maliseet human, cultural and ecosystem health.

🐟 Today is the day! 🐟Come cheer on canoe racers as they cross the finish line at the Gateway Bridge, learn more about th...
05/02/2026

🐟 Today is the day! 🐟Come cheer on canoe racers as they cross the finish line at the Gateway Bridge, learn more about the rivers and fish that connect us, and enjoy a day of community activities.

The kids' parade will kick things off at 9:45 AM. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

Just 1 day to go until our first ever World Fish Migration Day celebration in Houlton, ME! We are excited to see you thi...
05/01/2026

Just 1 day to go until our first ever World Fish Migration Day celebration in Houlton, ME! We are excited to see you this Saturday at the Riverfront park! 🎉

👉 Fun fact: American eels (Anguilla rostrata) can absorb oxygen not only through their gills, but also through their skin—helping them travel over land in wet grass or mud!

Only 2 days to go until our first ever World Fish Migration Day celebration! 🎉Join us this Saturday at the Riverfront Pa...
04/30/2026

Only 2 days to go until our first ever World Fish Migration Day celebration! 🎉

Join us this Saturday at the Riverfront Park and downtown Houlton, ME for a fun-filled, community-wide event celebrating the rivers and fish that connect us all. The kids' parade will kick things off at 9:45 AM!

👉 Did you know? Unlike some Pacific salmon that spawn once and die, Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) are iteroparous—meaning they can spawn more than once!

We’re just days away from our first-ever World Fish Migration Day celebration in Houlton, ME on May 2nd 🐟Join us for a f...
04/29/2026

We’re just days away from our first-ever World Fish Migration Day celebration in Houlton, ME on May 2nd 🐟

Join us for a fun-filled, community-wide event hosted by the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Chamber of Commerce, and the Downtown Alliance. There’s something for everyone — from the annual Meduxnekeag Canoe Race, 5K race, and opportunities to learn how our lives, cultures, and histories are connected to the rivers and fish around us.

The forecast may be a bit variable, but it’s shaping up to be a great day to be outside. Fish migrate rain or shine—and so will we! Be sure to dress for the conditions and come ready for a great day outdoors.

We can’t wait to see you there!

04/22/2026

Join Audubon Vermont for this youth-led invasive removal day! We will focus on invasive Morrow's Honeysuckle growing in riparian habitat along the Huntington River. We will remove smaller plants and inventory larger plants for future removal. Learn more and sign up here: https://mobilize.us/s/SyBmZs

All are welcome to attend! If you are under 18, please reach out to [email protected] so we can send you a liability form. Adults will need to fill out liability forms the day of the event.

Photo credit: Audubon/Allison Farrand

04/22/2026

Day 32. They’ve accepted me as one of their own.

Awkward. Like many reptiles, turtles regulate their body temperature by basking in the sun, often on rocks, logs, or other warm surfaces where they can absorb heat. This behavior not only helps them stay active and digest food efficiently but also supports their immune system. Lizards, alligators, and snakes follow a similar routine, emerging in the morning to soak up the sun’s warmth before starting their day of hunting, exploring, or lounging.

Image: Three turtles and an alligator sun themselves on a log at Gulf Islands National Seashore.

04/22/2026

Did you know that New York Harbor was once home to 220,000 acres of oyster reefs? Or, that an adult oyster can filter up to 50 gallons of water a day?

Shared Planet reveals the untold stories of people and wildlife thriving together. Celebrating the benefits of making room for nature.

Premieres Wednesday, April 29 at 10/9c

04/22/2026

You won’t want to miss this date! 🌍

World Migratory Bird Day and Global Big Day is on Saturday 9th May – just three weeks away!

Celebrated twice a year, billions of migratory birds use flyways, like superhighways in the sky, to embark on a journey across landscapes and borders in time with seasonal changes. 🗺️🐦

Unite with birders and nature lovers worldwide while contributing to conservation science. Want to get involved? 🙌

📱Download the eBird app to record what you see as a part of Global Big Day – last year, more than 1.7 million people participated, observing an incredible 7,900+ species. A new world record for a single day of birding!

🔎Practice identifying birds using Merlin Bird ID.

Find out more about the day here 👉 https://www.birdlife.org/getcounting/

World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) Globalbirding SWAROVSKI OPTIK Birding Cornell Lab of Ornithology

04/22/2026

Have you ever wondered what happens to your water after it goes down the drain? Take a tour of a local wastewater treatment facility to discover exactly where it ends up. Learn how these facilities keep your water clean, chat with operators about the entire process and discover what you can do to help keep water clean in your community!

To see a list of facilities participating in public tours this week, and to learn more, visit: https://nhwpca.org/Clean_Water_Week_2026 💧

04/22/2026

From our flock to yours, we wish all a very happy Earth Day!

Take some time today to appreciate the birds and their habitats that bring joy to people across the planet. 🌎💚🦜

Address

11 Skijin Road
Houlton, ME
04730

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm

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+12075324273

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