WATER STUFF: PUFFIN WATCHING
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Puffin Watching

The Maine Audubon Society sponsors several trips to puffin sanctuaries on Maine islands during the summer. The puffin, almost wiped out early this century by hunters fancying its feathers, was taken under the wing of the Audubon Society and is now thriving on several islands. You can see them by taking along a pair of binoculars on one of these boat tours, which drop anchor near the sanctuary islands. The best time to go is in July and August, during nesting season. Audubon naturalists are on hand to point out the birds, which look like squat penguins. For a list of available tours, contact the Maine Audubon Society, Rte. 1, Falmouth, ME 04105, or call (207) 781-2330. Listed below are commercial tour companies that offer cruises to view the puffins.

Bold Coast Charters

Cap'n Fish's

Hardy Boat Cruises

Norton Puffin Watching





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