NRCM member Linda Woods of Waterville, Maine, shares this beautiful view from Whitecap Mountain in Rumford with us as this week’s My Maine This Week feature. She also wrote about it in our 2019 edition of Explore Maine publication. Hear from Linda and others about special places they enjoy spending time — all places that Read More
My Maine This Week: Larry Mingledorff
If you are a member of the Natural Resources Council of Maine who received one of our annual Nature of Maine calendars, then you have been looking at this photo of a Common Loon on Megunticook Lake all month long. This photo was taken by NRCM member Larry Mingledorff of Palm City, Florida. Thank you, Read More
Maine’s Environment and Middle School Students: Thoughts from NRCM’s School Intern
As I wrap up my internship with the Natural Resource Council of Maine, I can’t help but to reflect on the incredible experiences I had while working as the School Project Intern. NRCM and this internship gave me the opportunity to not only meet and connect with 10 different middle school classes and teachers across Read More
Black Bear Nature Trail Open for Community Thanks to Strong Elementary Students
Before the school year ended, we have had a busy week on the trail. The weather was finally on our side. We ordered a two-yard load of crushed rock to hold the cedar posts. Logan and Max dug two different two-feet deep holes with a spade that Brandon’s family loaned us. Logan had to remove Read More
My Maine This Week: Sam Horine
“Here is a photo of the Baxter State Park mountains from the shores of Chesuncook Lake.” Photo by NRCM member Sam Horine of Skowhegan, Maine. Do you have beautiful photos of Maine’s landscape or wildlife to share? We would love to see any photos, but especially your summer photos! Please send Maine photos to us Read More
Allagash Wilderness Waterway: Reasons to Celebrate
The Allagash Wilderness Waterway is a treasure of northern Maine. The two of us have, collectively, canoed the full length or significant parts of it a dozen times since it was designated a Wild and Scenic River by the federal government in 1970. The longest trips begin either at Telos or Chamberlain Lakes—with a side Read More
Explore the Nature of Maine: 60 Years Protecting Special Places
This year, the Natural Resources Council of Maine celebrates 60 years of protecting the nature of Maine. We are making time to pause and reflect on what we have accomplished together: clean air, clean water, and an abundance of special places that provide recreational opportunities that many of us love, like hiking, swimming, paddling, and Read More
Maine Environment Spring 2019 Newsletter
Maine Environment Spring 2019: What’s Inside! In this issue of Maine Environment, we feature an important story by NRCM CEO Lisa Pohlmann about positive steps on climate thanks to Maine Governor Janet Mills. The governor introduced strong climate action bills during this legislative session. There is an update on development proposals in Maine’s North Woods Read More
9 Apps to Help You Explore Maine
Use these cool apps to help you explore Maine this summer, and all year round! All apps can be downloaded in the Apple iTunes or Google Play Store. eBird Created by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, eBird is a must-have app for any birder – or anyone who’s simply interested in nature’s feathered friends! This Read More