October 30, 2025: Penobscot River Restoration: History, Dams & Ownership, Freeport
Watching the breaching of the Veazie Dam on the Penobscot in 2013. Thanks to all of...
Make Polluters Pay Day of Action at Maine State House
Tuesday, January 27, 8-11 AM
Maine has a chance to pass important climate legislation, LD 1870, the Climate Superfund Act, to make polluters pay to protect communities from the climate crisis. Activists across the US will rally to call on lawmakers to hold polluters accountable for their role in the climate crisis. Join us in a live gallery displaying recent Maine climate damages.
Maine's Environment in the 2026 Legislative Session
Thursday, January 29, 12-1 PM
Join NRCM's experts online to hear about top priorities that will protect Maine's climate, water, wildlife, and outdoors during the 2026 session. Hear about our priority bills and ask questions about ways to get involved. The event is free, but advance registration is required.
Happy Hour at Well & Good Brewing Company, North Yarmouth
Thursday, January 29, 5-7 PM
Come hang out with us for a fun, laid-back happy hour at Well & Good Brewing Company. NRCM is one of their Drink Well & Do Good nonprofit partners for January. It's the perfect excuse to grab a drink, meet fellow NRCM supporters, and chat with staff about protecting Maine's incredible environment. Bring a friend, raise a glass, & toast to doing good for Maine!
Waste Virtual Action Hour
Tuesday, February 3, 12-1 PM, via Zoom
Join Sustainable Maine Program Manager Vanessa Berry and Grassroots Outreach Manager Bronya Lechtman for an interactive workshop about how to act on the top waste issues that NRCM is working on at the State House this legislative session. Holding polluting corporations accountable through systemic changes in state policy is the key to creating a more healthy, prosperous, sustainable future for us all.
Monthly Climate Action Call
Thursday, February 5 via Zoom
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.
Waste State House Lobby Day
Thursday, February 12, Augusta
Holding polluting corporations accountable through systemic changes in state policy is the key to creating a more healthy, prosperous, sustainable future for us all. We cannot win on these issues without activists like you. We'll provide a short training course before heading to the State House to speak with your legislators. No prior experience is necessary. Advance registration required. RSVP using button below.
Free Ski Night with NRCM at Spruce Mountain in Jay
Friday, February 13, 5:30 PM
Ski for free with NRCM us at this community-owned ski hill in Jay. This event will highlight NRCM’s commitment to protecting Maine’s environment while fostering family-friendly winter fun! NRCM Franklin County Outreach Coordinator Olivia Ruhlin will welcome guests to the lodge for a cozy gathering to get to know each other and chat about environmental issues that matter to you. Starts at 5:30 PM and will end around 8:30 PM. All are welcome!
Tracks & Trees Snowshoe with Naturalist Bob Duport
Saturday, March 21, 10 AM
NRCM is proud to sponsor a six-mile snowshoe to the Flagstaff Lake Hut, alongside Maine Huts & Trails. Join us at the Flagstaff Trailhead to explore animal tracks and trees with Bob. Space is limited to 30 people. RSVP today to reserve your spot.
End-of-Session Virtual Action Hour
Tuesday, April 7, 12-1 PM
We anticipate we’ll be in the final days of the session so legislators will be making a mad dash to vote on bills. They need to hear from you during this time to ensure they make decisions that serve you, your community, and Maine’s environment. Join us for an interactive workshop where we’ll discuss pressing priority legislation and work with you on contacting your legislators to tell your story.
Past Events
October 30, 2025: Plastic Pollution — Plastic Solutions, Brunswick
NRCM Sustainable Maine Program Manager Vanessa Berry spoke at Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick on Thursday, October 30th as part...
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...
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....
