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
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.
Maine Needs Time-of-Use Rates to Drive Down Energy Costs
Climate change is impacting us all. So are rising electricity costs. The high price of fossil fuels and paying to recover from storms worsened by climate change are the top two reasons electricity prices are rising for Maine families and businesses. We know that renewable energy can address both of these problems, by reducing greenhouse Read More
How Mainers are Using Electric Cars and Trucks
Mainers deserve to choose the vehicle that works best for them. For some of us, that’s a truck hauling gear or navigating rough roads in remote areas. For others, it’s a sedan for a daily commute or running errands. For those that can’t afford a car, it may be a bike or a bus. Thousands Read More
Vote NO on Question 1 – Save Maine Absentee Voting
The Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) has joined the coalition of organizations that oppose Question 1 on the November ballot. We would like you to know why we hope you will join us in voting NO on Question 1. A healthy environment relies on a healthy democracy. Much of our work is done in Read More
What You Should Know About Offshore Wind in Maine
Rather than addressing the root causes of high energy costs for Mainers (hint: it’s our over-reliance on fossil fuels), some opponents of clean energy have chosen to spread misinformation. This has led to widespread confusion without offering solutions to the energy affordability issues facing Maine families every day. One favorite target for these false Read More
Critter Chatter — The Final Chapter
On September 20, a Celebration of Life for Don and Carleen Cote was held at the VFW in Augusta. As I was driving by the former Duck Pond Wildlife Care Center on my way to this special event, a beautiful male Bald Eagle flew just above my car. A fitting symbol of freedom, strength, and Read More
Caching Up for the Winter
It was one of those crip, golden days that couldn’t decide if it was summer or autumn. The sun lit the treetops along the late-afternoon street. Most leaves were still green, but the maple at the corner was showing off its bright yellows and reds. A tall, brilliant yellow-orange goldenrod at the corner of our Read More
Bringing Down the House
The house next door to ours, and directly across our driveway, had sat vacant for the nearly 20 years we’ve owned our home, and for several years prior according to many in town. Last year we were finally able to purchase the property with the intent of tearing it down. It was beyond restoration. The Read More
My Experience Monitoring Piping Plovers in Maine
Every summer, Maine Audubon works with Maine’s Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife and municipal officials to protect Piping Plovers that nest on Maine’s shoreline. Over the past three months, I have been a volunteer for Maine Audubon’s Coastal Birds Project, which is among many initiatives developed to monitor and project coastal birds all across Read More
