September 14, 2022: Consistent and Compelling: Maine’s Model for Mitigating Climate Change, Orono
Maine’s state motto – Dirigo (“I lead”) – is a fitting one, especially when it comes to combatting climate change....
Note about in-person NRCM events:
The Natural Resources Council of Maine, at a minimum, follows current CDC guidelines for COVID-19. As a private entity, we may add requirements to further safeguard our guests, staff, and members against COVID-19.
Watch Our Webinars
Since the pandemic began in 2020, NRCM has been offering a variety of webinars on issues like the CMP corridor, renewable energy, Atlantic Puffins, bats, tours of ecomaine, the Wolfden mining proposal, & more. We are pleased to be able to offer recordings of all of these webinars to you to watch at a time that works best for you. Visit NRCM's YouTube channel to view more than 50 of our webinars.
Electric Vehicle Ride & Drive, Portland
Saturday, October 1, 12:00 noon-4:00 p.m.
Join NRCM at the Back Cove parking lot for an electric vehicle show featuring demonstrations and test drive opportunities. Just look for the big white tent by the bay across from the Portland Hannaford! Meet local electric vehicle owners, see the latest available electric vehicle models, and test out some of the models yourself. NRCM will share results from our most recent electric vehicle owner survey. See you there!
Electric Vehicle Ride & Drive,
South Paris
Saturday, October 1, 12:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Join NRCM at the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School for an electric vehicle show featuring demonstrations and test drive opportunities. Meet local electric vehicle owners, see the latest available electric vehicle models, and test out some of the models yourself. There will also be demonstrations on new clean energy technology and solar innovations. NRCM will be sharing results from our most recent electric vehicle owner survey.
Defending the Dark Film Screening
Friday, October 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Patagonia Freeport
Patagonia, Dark Sky Maine, and the Natural Resources Council of Maine will present a screening of "Defending the Dark" at the Patagonia Store on Main Street in Freeport. The night will include a Q&A with the filmmaker as well as a short talk with a Planetologist. Local food and drinks will be served. Free and open to the public.
NRCM Conservation Leadership Awards Celebration
Weds., October 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Hallowell
Join us at Maple Hill Farm as we honor this year's outstanding Conservation Leadership Award recipients: Dr. Steve Kress, Julie Rosenbach and Troy Moon, Dr. Robin Hadlock Seeley, Frenchman Bay United, and this year's People's Choice Award winner. This is an in-person event, and proof of COVID vaccination is required to attend. RSVP requested. We hope to see you there!
Past Events
September 15, 2022: Zoom in with Edward Humes: Our Dirty Love Affair with Trash
What is America's largest export, most prodigious product, and greatest legacy — the biggest thing we make? Our trash. NRCM...
September 29, 2022: Celebrate 50 Years of Clean Water Progress, Lewiston
50 years ago, the Androscoggin River was a stark example of the need for change: heavily polluted, unsafe for recreation,...
September 28, 2022: Conversations with Master Maine Guides Roger Lambert & Milt Baston, Farmington
Thanks to everyone who joined NRCM at Twice Sold Tales in Farmington on Wednesday, September 28th as we hosted Maine...
July 20, 2022: Outdoors for All Webinar
Outdoors for All On Wednesday, July 20, 2022, the Maine Public Health Association (MPHA) hosted Enock Glidden for a (virtual)...
July 14, 2022: Brookie Awards Reception and Ceremony
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2022 Brookie Awards Reception and Ceremony on Thursday, July 14 at O'Maine Studios...
April 9, 2022: Electric Vehicle Expo, South Portland
The 2022 Green Home and Energy Show took place at The Point Community Center at 345 Clarks Pond Parkway in South...
April 19, 2022: Flatbread Company Community Bake Night to Benefit NRCM, Portland
On Tuesday, April 19, from 5:00-9:00 p.m. the Flatbread Company in Portland donated to NRCM a portion of the proceeds...
