Building the Maine Shore Line Railroad — A History

Prospect Harbor Women's Club 63 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME, United States

How a railroad network came to Bar Harbor and the far Downeast. Presented byTom Testa, President, Downeast Scenic Railway July 1, 2024 – 7:00 PM Prospect Harbor Women’s Club 63 Main St. Prospect Harbor, ME 04669

Downeast Maine Puffins and Seabirds with Caretta Inspired Journeys

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

Join Caretta Inspired Journeys for a taste of summer in Downeast Maine and experience the unique coastal islands of the North Atlantic! This five-day excursion starts at the Bangor Maine Airport. From there we will travel to Rockland, Maine for early afternoon briefings about the Atlantic Puffins recovery at the Audubon Society’s Project Puffin. We…

Meet the Author: Alexandra S. D. Hinrichs

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

Bring your family and friends to the Welcome Center at Rockefeller Hall (on the Schoodic Institute campus) on July 13th to meet Maine author Alexandra S. D. Hinrichs! Chat with Alexandra, purchase books, and get them signed! Alexandra S. D. Hinrichs is the author of The Lobster Lady, I Am Made of Mountains, The Pocket…

A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

Join us on Tuesday, July 16th at 7:00pm for a special evening lecture, A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds, with bestselling author and ornithologist Scott Weidensaul. Even as scientists make astounding discoveries about the navigational and physiological feats that enable migratory birds to cross immense oceans or fly above the…

The Maine Outdoor Film Festival returns to Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park on August 22, 2024 for an evening of outdoor adventure and conservation films under the stars!

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

The Maine Outdoor Film Festival is an outlet for Maine filmmakers’ creativity. By attending a Maine Outdoor Film Festival screening, thousands of Mainers get the chance to see specially curated outdoor adventure and conservation filmmaking in their area. Design Group Collaborative logoThe film program will last approximately two hours, including a 10-minute intermission. Event begins…

Welcome to the Milky Way

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

An estimated 75% of the world’s people cannot see the Milky Way – our home galaxy – because of urban light pollution. But here in Acadia, it shines brightly on clear nights. The collective glow of its 200+ billion stars arches from horizon to horizon. Astronomy volunteer Richard Luecke will explain our current understanding of the Milky Way, our place in it, and how you can view and appreciate its splendors. His image-enhanced presentation will acquaint you with some of our galaxy’s most stunning features.

We will meet in Moore Auditorium on the Schoodic Institute campus from 7:30pm – 8:30pm on Sunday, August 25th. Weather permitting, attendees will then be invited outdoors for a laser-guided tour of the Milky Way and viewing through a large astronomical telescope (8:30pm – 10:00pm).

Space is limited! Please register below.
Cost: $15.00/person or $50.00/family of up to four

Sea & Sky at Acadia National Park with Carol Douglas

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

Spend a week at inspirational Schoodic Institute in Acadia National Park! Far from the hustle and bustle of Bar Harbor, Schoodic Peninsula has dramatic rock formations, windblown pines, pounding surf and stunning mountain views that draw visitors from around the world. You might look up from your easel to see dolphins, humpback whales or seals…

September Sunshine and Shadow — Maine Painted in Words

Prospect Harbor Women's Club 63 Main Street, Prospect Harbor, ME, United States

An historian’s in-depth view of the Schoodic Peninsula as read in his poems. Presented by Rev. Charles A. Joy, GHS Historian August 5, 2024 – 7:00 PM Prospect Harbor Women’s Club 63 Main St. Prospect Harbor, ME 04669

Nature’s Lessons on Life, Loss, Legacy, and Restorative Wonder

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

A special evening lecture and welcome reception with award-winning science writer, photographer, and Corea, Maine resident Margie Patlak Beginning at 6:00pm before the lecture, we invite you to join us for a reception as we welcome Margie to Schoodic Institute. During the reception, you’ll enjoy complimentary wine, cheese, and conversation with Margie to learn more…

Of Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors… and Close Encounters

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

There are more things in our solar system than the eight planets and their moons. Millions of small bodies of rock, ice and metal – asteroids, comets and meteors – orbit the sun. Many are awesome to behold against the dark night sky, but some are potential threats to our planet. Astronomy volunteer Richard Luecke…

Welcome to the Milky Way II

Schoodic Institute 9 Atterbury Circle, Winter Harbor, ME, United States

An estimated 75% of the world’s people cannot see the Milky Way – our home galaxy – because of urban light pollution. But here in Acadia, it shines brightly on clear nights. The collective glow of its 200+ billion stars arches from horizon to horizon. Astronomy volunteer Richard Luecke will explain our current understanding of…