February 23, 2026
Part 2 of this guide to birding Concord’s Merrimack River floodplain explores the rich habitats north of downtown, including West Locke Road, Turtle Pond, the SPNHF floodplain, Sewall’s Falls, and Morono Park. From marshes and farmland to silver maple forest and river rapids, these sites offer outstanding birding in every season.
February 23, 2026
Part 1 of this guide to birding Concord’s Merrimack River floodplain explores the southern floodplains, pine barrens, and the city’s central waterbird hotspot at Horseshoe Pond. From grassland sparrows and nighthawks near the airport to migrating ducks and gulls downtown, these accessible sites offer excellent birding throughout the year.
February 23, 2026
What does a day in the life of a Saltmarsh Sparrow researcher look like? Join UNH Ph.D. student Talia Kuras as she rises before dawn to band sparrows, monitor nests, and study how marsh restoration efforts in New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts are shaping the future of this vulnerable tidal marsh specialist.
February 23, 2026
Winter is the perfect time to explore New Hampshire’s waterfowl. From Buffleheads and Common Eiders to Black Scoters and Red-breasted Mergansers there is lots to see. Learn how to spot dabblers versus divers, key field marks, and the best winter spots to enjoy these active, colorful birds.
February 19, 2026
The WILD Cardinals returned to Rye for the 2026 Super Bowl of Birding, beginning before dawn in below-zero temperatures and birding from marsh to coastline. From calling owls in the dark to feeder flocks and winter sea ducks, the team tallied 64 species, setting a new Town of Rye record along the way.
February 4, 2026
From pre-dawn owling in subzero temperatures to five-point birds along the coast, the 2026 Superbowl of Birding was a day of grit, surprises, and community for NH Audubon’s Twitchers.
January 16, 2026
While football fans prepare for the big game, NH Audubon’s Twitchers are gearing up for a different kind of competition—the Superbowl of Birding. From snowy shorelines to winter specialties, the team will spend 12 hours birding the New Hampshire coast to raise funds for New Hampshire Bird Records, now online as the Joy of Birding.
January 8, 2026
From a state-first Common Cuckoo to unforgettable pelagic trips and backyard surprises, 2025 was another remarkable year for birding in New Hampshire. Steve Mirick looks back at the year’s top sightings, standout birders, and the moments that made this year one to remember.
January 8, 2026
Mississippi Kites had a roller coaster summer in New Hampshire this year but ended on a high note with two successful nests and two fledged young! This is the first year since 2020 that two have fledged.
January 8, 2026
Share your love of birds this Valentine’s weekend by joining NH Audubon’s 39th annual Backyard Winter Bird Survey, February 14–15. With a brand-new website, online data entry, and resources for bird lovers of all levels, there’s never been a better time to take part.