Events

Portland Public Library, Downtown Branch

5 Monument Square, Portland, ME 04101

In the Rines Auditorium

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On the first warm, rainy night each spring, amphibians travel up to a half mile through the woods toward wetlands and pools to lay their eggs — sometimes crossing busy roads. Volunteers across Maine gather on this “Big Night” to help these determined creatures safely reach their destinations. Join us as Tyler Kidder teaches us about Big Night, and learn how you can lend a hand!

Tyler Kidder (she/her) has always been curious about small things in nature which led to her deep love of frogs and salamanders. When she isn't spying on insects and amphibians, she spends a bit too much time working in front of her computer in her role as Network Manager at Maine Philanthropy Center. In 2024, she completed the Maine Master Naturalist Program. Tyler lives in the woods of Central Maine.

Here is a video Tyler made for last year's Big Night! For more information about Maine Big Night please visit their website.

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