Signs of the Seasons: A Maine Phenology Program

Resources for Observers

Signs of the Seasons: A Maine Phenology Program Field Guide

Our training and field observation handbook shows you how to set up your observation program. Includes information on how to record your observation data. The handbook provides detailed information on each step, as well as additional resources to help you get started.

Available upon request. Please e-mail us to receive a free PDF copy.

Resources for Coastal Observers

Data Sheets for Field Observation and Data Entry

USA-National Phenology Network hosts the online database, Nature’s Notebook, where Signs of the Seasons volunteers record their phenology observations.  They also created data sheets for recording observations in the field.  These ensure that you’ll remember to collect all the pertinent information needed to complete the online data entry as well.  The sheets include the phenophases definitions to help you record your observations as accurately as possible.

Available upon request. Please e-mail us to receive a free PDF copy.

About Maine’s Climate 

Changes in Maine’s phenology has important ramifications for Maine’s climate picture. And collecting Maine phenology data offers a potentially valuable resource to climate change researchers in Maine and elsewhere.

Two resources can help you stay connected to the discussion about climate effects in Maine. Click here to view Maine Climate News and Maine’s Climate Future Report.

Signs of the Seasons trainings are open to anyone who is interested in becoming involved, including educators.  Once trained, school and homeschool teachers, informal educators (e.g., nature center staff) and 4H club leaders can work with their students and audiences to develop on-going phenology monitoring teams or clubs. Signs of the Seasons will provide materials and other support to help your group become expert in the phenology of your community.

Please contact us if you are interested in learning more about trainings offered.

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