Protecting the North Woods Webinar, March 18
Protecting the North Woods Tuesday, March 18, 12:00-1:00 p.m. NRCM experts and special guest ecologist Janet McMahon hosted a live...
NRCM Pizza & Beer
Thursday, July 17, Definitive Brewing, Kittery
Find us at Definitive Brewing’s Kittery outpost for an easygoing evening of craft beer, pizza, and good company. Swing by from 4–6 PM to connect with like-minded folks, grab a slice, and enjoy your first beer on us.
NRCM Oysters on the Half Shell
Friday, July 18, North Haven
Join us at Waterman’s Community Center to "give a shuck for conservation." Meet NRCM staff and fellow friends of the environment while savoring some briny delights. The first few local oysters from North Haven Oyster Company are on us.
Maine Outdoor Film Festival
Wednesday, July 23, Portland
Join NRCM staff and others for a screening of Conserving Access: The Future of Maine's Lands, created by Reel Quest Films at 8:00 PM on the Eastern Promenade. This film was produced by the Natural Resources Council of Maine and Jerry Monkman and features three Mainers who share why protecting Maine's lands is so important.
Farmington Summer Fest
Saturday, July 26, 10 AM—3 PM
Farmington’s signature summer celebration returns to downtown, with live music, food vendors, crafts, and family-friendly activities. From a children’s parade to a street dance, petting zoo, yoga in the park—there’s something for everyone. Stop by our table to talk with our Regional Outreach Coordinator, Olivia, about our work and how to get involved.
NRCM Pizza, Pints, & Music
Friday, August 1, Farmington
Join us from 5-7 PM at The Farmhouse Beer Garden for an evening of pizza, cold beer, and music in a relaxed outdoor setting. Come meet NRCM staff and fellow supporters for connection and conversation. Grab a slice, enjoy your first beer on us, and stay for the tunes.
Wilton Blueberry Festival
Friday-Saturday, August 1-2, Main St, Wilton
Celebrate all things blueberry in downtown Wilton and along Wilson Lake. Be sure to stop at NRCM's table on Saturday to talk with Franklin County Regional Outreach Coordinator Olivia! This two-day tradition features parades, music, craft vendors, races, contests, and lots of blueberry-themed food. Admission is free, with events for all ages.
Monthly Climate Action Call
Thursday, August 7, 12-1 PM
Join us the 1st Thursday each month for our climate action call! These online meetings are a chance to meet our staff experts, hear the latest climate & clean energy updates, and learn ways to take action and make a difference. Each month focuses on a different issue. Agenda sent before each call.
NRCM Brews & Light Bites
Thursday, August 7, Orono Brewing Company, Orono
Join us at Orono Brewing Company’s flagship location from 4-6 PM for an afternoon of good brews and great conversation. Meet NRCM staff and fellow supporters, enjoy a beer on us, and nibble on light bites while we connect with one another.
NRCM "Meet Me Out Back" at Cushnoc Brewing
Wednesday, August 13, Augusta
Join us along the Kennebec River for a laid-back evening of pizza, beer, and connection at Cushnoc’s outdoor space. From 5–7 PM, meet NRCM staff and fellow advocates, enjoy a slice, and raise a glass to the power of community. Your first beer is our treat!
Protecting What We Love: A Celebration
Thursday, September 11, Freeport
This annual event features an evening of inspiring talks, engaging workshops, and hands-on activities all focused on protecting our beautiful Maine environment. In addition to celebrating our collective action, we present our Conservation Leadership Awards to celebrate individuals who have done extraordinary work in their communities.
Weatherby's Experience with NRCM
Friday-Sunday, September 26-29, Grand Lake Stream
This fall, join us Downeast for a long weekend of recreation and learning at Weatherby’s sporting camp in Grand Lake Stream, a remote section of the land that is the source of our inspiration.
NRCM's Annual Polar Bear Dip & Dash
Sunday, January 4, 2026, South Portland
Join us on a new date this time! We hope you will run or walk a 5K and/or take an icy dip in Casco Bay at Willard Beach to help us raise funds in support of our climate & clean energy work! More details and registration coming soon...but start making plans to join in the fun!
Past Events
October 21, 2024: Expert Panel — Grid Planning for Maine’s Clean Energy Future
We hosted online the third in our series of expert panel discussions. Battery storage, solar, wind, EVs, microgrids, community solutions...
Saturday, October 19: Prescott Field Accessible Trails Event, Farmington
NRCM, the High Peaks Alliance, the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF), Life Enrichment Advancing People (LEAP), and the Town...
September 17, 2024: Paddle the Kennebec River with NRCM!
Kennebec Paddle with NRCM! Tuesday, September 17, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. NRCM staff led an 8-mile paddle on the...
September 7, 2024: Clean Transportation Festival, Portland
NRCM and our partners hosted the first-ever Clean Transportation Festival on Saturday, September 7th at Orange Bike Brewing — an...
May 18, 2024: Sandy River Paddle
NRCM staff, along with Atlantic Salmon Federation's Jeff Reardon, led a paddle to explore why the Sandy is vital for...
May 11, 2024: Bird Walk at Perham Stream with Jeff and Allison Wells
NRCM’s bird experts and authors of the book, Maine’s Favorite Birds, Jeff and Allison Wells led a leisurely bird walk....
June 12, 2024: Alpine Plant Hike, Saddleback
NRCM staff and Alpine plant expert Glen Mittelhauser from the Maine Natural History Observatory led this guided hike at Saddleback....
