Last October, the City of Bath passed a resolution in support of LD 1870 — for the state to establish a Climate Superfund and make big fossil fuel companies pay for the climate impacts we are experiencing in Maine. The City of Rockland and the Town of Yarmouth passed similar resolutions. Other municipalities around the state are considering doing the same. I can’t speak on behalf Read More
Nature of Maine Blog
The Natural Resources Council of Maine’s “Nature of Maine” blog gives you the inside scoop on some of the latest issues facing Maine’s environment. From environmental news to threats to opportunities, NRCM is on the frontlines of the latest goings-on—and we’re often leading the charge on efforts to protect Maine’s precious lands, air, waters, and wildlife. Read what NRCM staff members have to say and get the perspective of some of our members and supporters who have been guest contributors.
Perhaps you have an issue you’d like to write about. Maybe you’re an expert on a particular topic and are inspired to share your expertise. Maybe you’ve recently made a visit to a spectacular Maine nature preserve or other natural area and would like to write about it (captioned photos welcome!). For submission guidelines, email nrcm@nrcm.org.
2026 Legislative Priorities for Maine’s Environment
At the beginning of every legislative session, staff at the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) reviews hundreds of bills to identify those that will advance climate action and steward Maine’s forests, wildlife, waters, and our great outdoors. The second session of the 132nd Legislature is well underway, and our experts are already working hard at the State House, testifying and attending work sessions to help hammer out the details for some of Read More
Which Feeder Bird is the Toughest?
Our bird feeders have seen an increase in bird activity with all of the recent snow. Often, many birds are stopping in for a meal at the same time. But, that doesn’t mean they all are able to sit at the table, so to speak. With limited space, it’s not surprising that situations arise in Read More
How the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Invests in Maine
Maine people have always valued our woods, waters, and wildlife, tried to reduce waste whenever possible, and worked to find solutions that lower costs so families and businesses wherever we are in the state can flourish. Maine’s participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) program is a great example of our shared values. RGGI Read More
My First 30 Years at NRCM
Earlier this month, on January 5th to be exact, I celebrated my 30th anniversary at the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM). I so clearly remember my first day at work. I was hired to be the receptionist at our former offices on State Street. At that time, there was no website. There was no external email. And there were phone books…lots and Read More
EPA’s Proposed Changes to Clean Water Act Would Gut Protections for Wetlands
For more than half a century, the Clean Water Act has helped curb pollution flowing into our rivers, lakes, and streams. And now the safeguards that are embedded in this landmark environmental law are at risk due to changes being proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin. The Clean Water Act Read More
Security Cam Birding
You’ve seen them. Those video clips of porch pirates helping themselves to packages left on doorsteps. If you’re fortunate, the ones you see include a satisfying gotcha at the end, when the thief gets dusted with spray paint or some other tell-tail punishment for their illegal behavior. Consider adding another element to your viewing: birding! Case in point: A Read More
Finch Fever: This Year’s Forecast and a New(ish) Book
While walking our dog through the neighborhood recently, we heard what sounded like the soft, mellow notes of Pine Grosbeaks. We were surprised; it seemed too early for these northern finches to be showing up in Maine. But as we approached the source of the calls, there they were: six beautiful Pine Grosbeaks in the Read More
Musings about Fall Birds in Maine
Fall is, by default, a time of contemplation, as life’s giant cog moves a notch and is expressed in all sorts of ways. Birders like us note that swell of migration from late August to early October, with dribbles of migrants continuing for several more weeks. That’s where we are now, in the birding cycle Read More
