Do you know a Mainer ages 15-30 who is working hard to protect the nature of Maine? We encourage you to nominate them for a 2022 Brookie Award. To demonstrate the impact of the Brookie Awards program, we’ve asked three of our 2020 Brookie Award winners to share in their own words why they were Read More
About Todd Martin, Grassroots Outreach Coordinator and NRCM Rising Director
Wolfden Withdraws Mining Application after Strong Rebuke from LUPC
In January 2020, Wolfden Resources, a Canadian company in massive debt and with no metal mining experience, submitted a rezoning petition to the Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC) for a metal mine at Pickett Mountain. Wolfden hopes to mine for zinc, lead, and copper on 528 acres near Mount Chase, not far from Baxter State Read More
Celebrating 5 Years of Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument
Today, Tuesday, August 24, we’re celebrating the fifth anniversary of Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument (KWW). And what a half decade it’s been! The success of KWW is an example of the enormous value that our public lands provide to the American people and our communities. The Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM), alongside other advocacy organizations like the National Parks Conservation Association, the Wilderness Society, and more, Read More
Mainers Oppose Wolfden Mine Proposal
Dozens of local residents, sporting camp owners, and tribal representatives have raised concerns about Wolfden Resources’ proposed metal mine at Pickett Mountain, not far from Baxter State Park and the Katahdin Woods & Waters Monument. These Mainers have all joined the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) in submitting comments to the Land Use Planning Read More
Voting is Power: Vote on July 14 and November 3
The protests we are seeing in Maine and across the country led by the black community are a justifiable reaction to the injustices they face in America. As our CEO Lisa Pohlmann wrote last week, we must actively seek not just to be against racism but to be anti-racist. We must identify actions that will Read More
Little Moose Mountain
Chosen By: Todd Martin, Grassroots Outreach Coordinator and NRCM Rising Director Location: Greenville, Piscataquis County Description: Hiking trails that run along Little Moose Mountain, offering opportunities including modest day-hiking, fishing at undeveloped ponds, wildlife watching, and primitive hike-in camping in a scenic, remote setting. Favorite Season(s) to Visit: Summer and fall Activities: Hiking, photography Why Read More
Quarry Road Recreation Area
Chosen By: Todd Martin, Grassroots Outreach Coordinator and NRCM Rising Director Location: Waterville, Kennebec County Description: The 200+ acre facility, owned by the City of Waterville, offers six miles of trails. QRRA has snowmaking capability and world-class groomed cross-country ski trails. Open to the public, no charge, donations accepted. Activities: Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, walking/running, mountain Read More
Dippers vs. Dashers: Why Not Do Both?
NRCM’s Todd Martin and Abby King have a friendly rivalry going related to their participation in our annual Polar Dip and Dash. There is an ongoing debate at NRCM’s office as to who will be the most “Bold in the Cold” at our annual NRCM Polar Dip & Dash on Monday, December 31st in Portland. Read More
Mean Mr. Grinch Thwarted this Holiday Season
On a recent blustery winter day, I found myself skulking and slinking around Portland’s Monument Square dressed as Dr. Seuss’ the Grinch. Sporting a three-piece, pinstriped suit and hauling bags of dirty coal over my shoulder, I spread holiday fear wherever I went. But why, you ask? I have never considered myself a Grinch by Read More
