April 18, 2024: Covenant of the Salmon People Film, Bangor
NRCM, Sierra Club Maine, the Nez Perce Tribe, the Wabanaki Alliance, the Penobscot Nation, the Atlantic Salmon Federation, and the...
ClimateWork Maine Summit
Thursday, May 9, Augusta
NRCM Climate & Clean Energy Director Jack Shapiro will be a guest speaker on a panel during the morning session, titled "Finding Common Ground." The all-day event, about Maine's economy and climate, features speakers, presenters, and exhibitors at the Augusta Civic Center. Registration is $95/person.
UMaine Windstorm Challenge
Friday, May 10, Orono
Join us for this event at which middle and high school students from around Maine put their offshore wind models to the test at UMaine's state-of-the-art offshore wind facility. NRCM will have a table so that you can speak with staff about our offshore wind and climate work. NRCM is proud to be a co-sponsor of this event.
Bird Walk at Perham Stream Birding Trail with Allison & Jeff Wells
Saturday, May 11, Madrid
Join NRCM’s bird experts and authors of the book, Maine’s Favorite Birds, for a leisurely bird walk. We’ll welcome newly arriving warblers like Northern Parula, Black-throated Green, and the dazzling Blackburnian as White-throated Sparrows and other species serenade us along the trail.
Climate Convergence
Friday-Saturday, May 17-18, Norway
The Center for an Ecology Based Economy Convergence brings together climate leaders for workshops, discussions, and presentations on climate change and our collective response. Keynote addresses by Living on Earth's Steve Curwood and polar scientist Dr. Susana Hancock. NRCM's Josh Caldwell will be there Friday to talk with you about NRCM's climate work.
Paddle the Sandy River
Saturday, May 18, Strong to Farmington
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, 3-4-hour paddle begins in Strong and ends in Fairbanks area of Farmington.
FERC Hearing on Kennebec River
Tuesday, May 21, Waterville
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is conducting a critical dam relicensing process for the Kennebec dams. This is our best chance to shape the future of the Kennebec River and reunite the river. Join us at one of two public hearings in May. The first one is from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Thomas College in Waterville on May 21st.
FERC Hearing on Kennebec River
Wednesday, May 22, Augusta
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is conducting a critical dam relicensing process for the Kennebec dams. This is our best chance to shape the future of the Kennebec River and reunite the river. Join us at one of two public hearings in May. The second one is from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the Augusta Civic Center on May 22.
Build Maine 2024
Thursday, June 6, Skowhegan
NRCM Climate & Clean Energy Outreach Coordinator Josh Caldwell will be speaking on a panel about policy action on smart growth principles, and specifically around public transit. This panel will take place during a two-day Build Maine summit featuring leaders from around the state that focus on smart growth, energy efficiency, and urban planning.
Alpine Plant Hike
Wednesday, June 12, Saddleback
Join NRCM staff and Alpine plant expert Glen Mittelhauser from the Maine Natural History Observatory, for this guided hike at Saddleback. Glen quite literally wrote the book on the plants of Baxter State Park (and others) and is a wonderful teacher and guide. Please note that this is a fairly rugged hike (1,620 feet in elevation gain).
Paddle the Kennebec with NRCM!
Saturday, June 15, Skowhegan
Join NRCM staff and Registered Maine Guide Richard Behr for an 8-mile paddle (8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) on the Kennebec River from Skowhegan to Hinckley. This is suitable for beginner paddlers. Come learn more about the Kennebec River, including its diversity of wildlife and current river restoration opportunities. Registration is $20 per person, limit of 25 paddlers.
Paddle the Kennebec with NRCM!
Saturday, July 13, Sidney to Augusta
Join NRCM staff and Registered Maine Guide Richard Behr for an 8-mile paddle (8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.) on the Kennebec River from Sidney to Augusta to celebreate the 25th anniversary of the Edwards Dam removal. This is suitable for beginner paddlers. Registration is $20 per person, limit of 25 paddlers.
Watch Our Webinars
NRCM offers a variety of webinars on issues like the clean cars, legislative victories, renewable energy, Atlantic Puffins, climate action, & 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 our webinars.
Past Events
April 17, 2024: Covenant of the Salmon People Film, Brunswick
NRCM, Sierra Club Maine, the Nez Perce Tribe, the Wabanaki Alliance, the Penobscot Nation, the Atlantic Salmon Federation, and the...
May 1, 2024 Legislative Session Recap, Zoom
Thanks to all who joined us online for a legislative recap: "Maine's Environment in the 2024 Session." We'll featured our...
May 2, 2024: Reunite the Kennebec!, Freeport
Reunite the Kennebec! Thursday, May 2, 6:30-8:00 p.m., Freeport Thanks to all who joined us at the Patagonia Store to...
January 24, 2024—Zoom in: Maine’s Environment in the 2024 Legislative Session
It’s a new year and a new legislative session in Augusta. Thanks to all of you who joined us online...
October 3, 2023: Zoom in—Driving Maine Forward with Clean Cars & Trucks
At this webinar, NRCM and guests discussed how clean car standards can improve your driving experience, benefit your health, and...
October 16-17, 2023: Pickett Mountain Mine Public Comment Sessions, Millinocket
Public Comment Sessions: The Katahdin Region is No Place for a Mine An untested and underfunded company, Canada-based Wolfden Resources...
October 23, 2023: Pickett Mountain Mine Public Comment Session, Bangor
Public Comment Session: The Katahdin Region is No Place for a Mine An untested and underfunded company, Canada-based Wolfden Resources...
