Monhegan island
Birds & Nature

Experience Monhegan Island through the eyes of a naturalist!

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One of the most unique spots along the Atlantic Flyway, Monhegan Island offers  stunning opportunities for birders and nature lovers.  Located 12 nautical miles offshore from Linocln County, Maine, Monhegan Island was designated as a National Natural Landmark in 1966 due to it's exceptionally well-preserved island ecosystem.​

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On this excursion, join your guides for 4 days and 3 nights of immersive birding and nature exploration in Monhegan's cozy island atmosphere.  A boat ride from Port Clyde, ME will bring you to the island, where you'll enjoy multiple daily guided birding excursions, village walks and hikes along Monhegan's 17 miles of trails.  Spend solo time during lunch and dinner, learn about everything from birds to insects to coastal flora, and soak in the scenery that gives this magical place the nickname "The Artist's Island".

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• Dan Gardoqui - has been teaching, guiding, playing and learning from the more-than-human-world for 35+ years. Known for his passionate teaching and bird mimicry, Dan welcomes curiosity and questions to facilitate deep nature connection. He served as science & audio editor for “What the Robin Knows” and contributed to many wildlife-related books. Dan is the Education & Outreach Director at the Center for Wildlife. He lives in an empty nest with his wife Kate just down the road from his work.

• Phil Brown - is a lifelong bird enthusiast and stellar naturalist who has traveled extensively to study and appreciate birds and natural places, but equally enjoys exploring close to home. With many Monhegan trips under his belt, Phil is a patient, gentle and extremely knowledgeable teacher with an eye and ear for birds like very few others. He is the Bird Conservation Director and Land Specialist for the Harris Center for Conservation Education in Hancock, New Hampshire. He also guides amazing trips to Costa Rica each year. Phil resides in Hancock, NH with his family.