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SUMMARY:Become a Big Night Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:Want to help facilitate one of the biggest migrations in the world? Join this citizen science project in counting and recording amphibians as they migrate from their winter habitats to their spring breeding grounds. \n \nA “big night” is a remarkable and critical event in the life cycle of amphibians. It refers to the evening when certain amphibian species\, driven by environmental cues like temperature and rainfall\, embark on a mass migration from their winter habitats to breeding grounds. This spectacle often involves large numbers of amphibians\, making it a captivating and significant occurrence in nature. \nWhen a “big night” occurs\, volunteers report to their selected monitoring site and record data on amphibian migrations and help them cross roads when they can. This data informs research projects\, and helps us understand how humans are impacting amphibian migration. \nHow Does a “Big Night” Work\nWhile the term “big night” implies only one night when this event may occur\, it frequently occurs multiple times per year. In Maine\, big nights tend to occur in early to mid April for most of the state. The triggers are mostly thawed ground\, nighttime temperatures above forty degrees (the warmer\, the better!)\, and enough precipitation to make the ground wet. \nHow to Participate\nRegister for the event: We will email all Big Night registrants when a “big night” is going to occur. We typically know within a day or two of a “big night” date. Register for this event above\, and make sure to sign the waiver below. \n		\n			Sign Waiver Here		\n\nFollow email instructions: When a “big night” is expected\, volunteers will receive an email with details on when and where 7 Lakes Alliance staff will be stationed at the monitoring site. \nWhat to bring: 7 Lakes Alliance staff will bring monitoring kits. Kits include reflective vests\, headlamps\, amphibian ID cards\, data entry forms\, and reflective signs for the road to alert oncoming traffic. Participants should dress according to the weather\, and bring a headlamp/flashlight if they have one. All other gear will be provided. \n\nGo the Extra Mile\n7 Lakes Alliance staff members have completed the Volunteer Certification and will act as the site hosts. If you would like to take the extra step and get certified yourself\, you can do so here. \n  \nEvent Policies\n\nAll volunteers must sign the waiver linked above to participate in this activity\nChildren under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign the waiver\nChildren under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult\nPets will not be allowed at this event
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/become-a-big-night-volunteer/
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SUMMARY:Who is Coyote?
DESCRIPTION:Think you know the Eastern Coyote? Unlearn stereotypes of this misunderstood canine during this webinar hosted by Nola Prevost. \nPhoto credit: Jacques Tournel \nThe Coyote is one of the most misunderstood carnivores to humans\, and yet they are a critical keystone species to our ecosystems. Maine Master Naturalist and Coyote Partner\, Nola Prevost\, will explore these two contradictory truths by asking questions like who really is Coyote? How do they benefit the ecosystem? Why do they have such complex social structures? And what can their history tell us about our future on this planet? Journeying through thousands of years of natural history\, we’ll learn why people call the Eastern Coyote our “native songdog\,” and what role humans have had\, and can have\, in their ecological history. \n  \nWhat to Expect\nThis presentation is approximately 1 hour long with 15-20 minutes for questions at the end and will be presented on Zoom only.\nZoom information linked below \nZoom information\nWho Is Coyote? Virtual Webinar with Nola Prevost\nTime: Mar 25\, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85440224451?pwd=0pJIfU42QiIn3MWOsloxyEw3ljvoyv.1 \nMeeting ID: 854 4022 4451\nPasscode: 198823 \n  \nContact\nIf you have any questions about this event or 7 Lakes Alliance programming\, email sally.whittington@7lakesalliance.org. \nIf you would like more information on this presentation and the Coyote Center visit this link. \n  \n 
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/who-is-coyote/
CATEGORIES:family friendly,Presentation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
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SUMMARY:What is a Big Night?
DESCRIPTION:Learn about one of the most eruptive wildlife migrations in the world – right in our backyards! \n \nThe warm\, rainy nights of spring bring frogs and salamanders out in droves\, creating what is referred to as “big nights”. These nights are when amphibians migrate from their winter habitats to vernal pools\, where they reproduce in the spring. However\, many of these migrants face trouble as they meet one of the newest habitats on the landscape – roads. This virtual presentation will review the ecology of big nights\, the impacts of roads on wildlife\, and how you can get involved through the statewide and nationally recognized Maine Big Night program.  \nThis presentation will only be available on Zoom\, there will be no in-person option. \n\nWant to become an Amphibian Ambassador? 7 Lakes Alliance has adopted a site in Belgrade and will be hosting Big Night volunteer opportunities throughout the spring\, and you can help! \n		\n			Become a Volunteer		\n\n\n  \nZoom Information\nTopic: Big Night Presentation\nTime: Mar 31\, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82338156228?pwd=qLGeIx89Y1vHxZt03FmCx4IC94WuHM.1 \nMeeting ID: 823 3815 6228\nPasscode: 011848 \n 
URL:https://7lakesalliance.org/event/what-is-a-big-night/
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