Sailing from Corea toward Mistake Island, Glen encounters a flock of Red-necked Phalaropes, along with Northern Gannets, Razorbills, and a Common Murre. As he travels farther Downeast, he reflects on the region’s distinctive boreal wildlife and the changes in bird populations he has witnessed over decades.
First owls of the 2026 season - 15 October 2026, by Tracy and Coco Faber
Continuing east from Petit Manan Island, Glen encounters puffins, phalaropes, and numerous Leach’s Storm-Petrels. He describes the burrows where these seabirds nest and the clues that can reveal a petrel colony.
Coordinating the Maine Bird Atlas, Piping Plovers, Gartersnake color variations, Common and Least Terns, Snapping Turtle, Riparian Swallows, and more!
by Logan Parker
Crossing Frenchman Bay, Glen reflects on changes in the marine environment before arriving at Petit Manan Island, where he recalls his first experiences with seabird research nearly 40 years ago.
Sailing from Swan’s Island toward the Cranberry Islands, Glen encounters cormorants, gulls, and dozens of harbor seals around the Green Islands. He reflects on increasing seal populations and the decline in Common Eiders.
28 September 2026 - by Tracey and Coco Faber
Sailing from Penobscot Bay toward Swan's Island, Glen passes Isle au Haut and reflects on nearly 40 years of winter waterbird surveys that began with his first study of Harlequin Ducks 1988. Along the way, he considers the history behind one of Maine’s many Egg Rocks before strong winds in Burnt Coat Harbor provide a reminder of how much weather dictates travel and fieldwork along the Maine coast.
Continuing east from Tenants Harbor toward Penobscot Bay, Glen encounters several phalaropes, small shorebirds unusual for spending much of their time swimming on open water.
