Join the Natural Resources Council of Maine for these events to celebrate a healthy Kennebec River.

Also, show your support for restoring the Kennebec River by attending one or both upcoming FERC public meetings in Waterville and Augusta. Also, please sign the petition to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in support of the Kennebec.

two people paddleboarding down river
Photo by Joe Klementovich

Reunite the Kennebec!

Thursday, May 2, 6:30-8:00 p.m., Freeport 

Join us at the Patagonia Store from 6:30-8:00 p.m. to watch “Paddling the Saco” followed by a panel discussion and Q&A with environmental experts about river restoration efforts in Maine, including on the Kennebec.

Enjoy local food and drinks. RSVP requested.

Event hosted by: Patagonia, Natural Resources Council of Maine, Rivers for Change, Atlantic Salmon Federation,
New Hampshire PBS, and Joe Klementovich.

Sandy River

Paddle the Sandy with NRCM!

Saturday, May 18 at 8:00 a.m.

Join NRCM staff for a paddle with Atlantic Salmon Federation’s Jeff Reardon to explore why the Sandy is vital for the recovery of Atlantic salmon and other sea-run fish.

This 11-mile paddle begins in Strong and ends in the Fairbanks area of Farmington. We will have a shuttle and a limited number of canoes, kayaks, & PFDs.

Please bring your own lunch, snacks, and plenty of water! Registration is limited to 20.

Show Your Support for a Healthy Kennebec: Attend a FERC Public Meeting

Tuesday, May 21, 7:00-9:00 p.m., Waterville
Location: Thomas College’s Summit Room
180 West River Road
Waterville, Maine 04901

Wednesday, May 22, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Augusta
Location: Augusta Civic Center
Fort Western, Arnold, and Howard Rooms
76 Community Drive
Augusta, Maine 04330

 

Artwork of salmon swimming
Artwork by Zoe Ciolfi

 

 

Banner photo: Paddling the Kennebec, by ETheberge/NRCM