I’m a welder and fabricator by trade. I don’t have a political science degree, but I do listen to the scientists and trust what they are saying about our environment. As a native Mainer, I value being able to live nearby some of the most beautiful places in the world. And, naturally, I want to Read More
Citizen Action Day
April 2, 2019: Citizen Action Day, Augusta
NRCM’s annual Citizen Action Day was held on Tuesday, April 2. This annual event is a great opportunity for people to meet with their legislators at the State House in Augusta and urge them to vote to protect Maine’s environment. NRCM Citizen Action Day Tuesday, April 2, 2019 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. NRCM’s office Read More
Citizen Action Day: Providing a Voice for Students Across Maine
On March 1st, the Natural Resource Council of Maine hosted their annual Citizen Action Day where students from all across the state attended. Representatives from University of Maine Orono, Unity College, and University of New England gathered to discuss critical bills currently going through the Legislature including LD 1649, a comprehensive solar energy bill, and Read More
Freeport Middle Schoolers Take Action for Maine’s Environment
On Tuesday, March 1st, I had the huge privilege of accompanying a group of Freeport Middle School students to NRCM’s Citizen Action Day. These students are part of Freeport Middle School’s Interact Club, one of the eight groups that received an NRCM “Engaging Maine Middle School Students in Protecting the Nature of Maine” grant.
Call to Action! The Importance of NRCM’s Citizen Action Day to College Students
To College Students across the State of Maine, On March 1st, the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) will be hosting their Citizen Action Day in Augusta. We are encouraging college students from across the state to participate in this event. Civic engagement is a critical aspect of everyday life in a democracy and contributes Read More
Crossing the Piscataqua
By Patty Hager, NRCM Board Member I’d love to believe that many years from now, my grandchildren will be able to catch brook trout in the same lovely little Maine pools where my father taught me to fish. Those native fish reply so reliably to our visits each spring that it has taken me a long Read More
NRCM Citizen Action Day 2012
More than 5 dozen Mainers participated in the Natural Resources Council of Maine’s Citizen Action Day, hearing from our staff about urgent issues facing Maine’s environment, and then meeting with their legislators to share their concerns and urge them to vote in favor of protecting our environment. Thanks to all of you who were able to take part in Read More
Timing, Commitment, and the Need to Stay Involved
“Timing is everything” or so the expression goes. I’m not sure where this bit of wisdom originated from, but it rings true today. Allow me to reflect once more on the Polar Dip and Dash from New Year’s Eve 2011 and how lucky I was with timing. On the day of the Dip and Dash, Read More
NRCM Citizen Action Day 2011: Record Numbers Come to Augusta
This legislative session, Maine’s air, land, and water face the worst threats in decades. NRCM’s 3-minute Citizen Action Day 2011 video captures Maine citizens speaking their mind and taking action at the State House in record numbers. We hope this inspires you to stay active this session! We need you more than ever! To take Read More
