NRCM member Jayne Winters of South China, Maine, shared her photos with us of a spring trip a couple of years ago to Bar Harbor. She writes, “No matter how many times I go there, I always find something new — ‘cobbling the cove’ was a great spot! What are your favorite spots along the Read More
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My Maine This Week: Kelly Magalis
NRCM supporter Kelly Magalis of Brunswick, Maine, shares her beautiful photos of Bates-Morse Mountain Conservation Area in Phippsburg. When she sent us these photos, she wrote, “One of my most favorite places! Stunning views and endless beach!” We couldn’t agree more! Coincidentally, NRCM Climate & Clean Energy Outreach Coordinator Josh Caldwell wrote a blog earlier Read More
Exploring Maine’s Beaches in the Offseason
For most people, “beach season” is a very specific time of year in Maine: that luxurious four-month spell of warm weather from June to September when the sun convinces visitors to brave the icy bite of the Gulf of Maine. For some more intrepid recreationists, the off-season holds promise for surfing as winter swells bring Read More
My Maine This Week: John Neal
Did you know that 2022 is the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act? Learn more about this important legislation and what it has meant for Maine and the nation since 1972 in this blog post by NRCM Senior Director of Advocacy Pete Didisheim. And then enjoy these beautiful photos of some of Maine’s waters. Read More
A Winter Rowing Adventure in Belfast
For more than 10 years, the Natural Resources Council of Maine has partnered with Maine sporting camps to offer discounts on outdoor adventures and overnight stays to NRCM members. Recently we have started partnering with other outdoor recreation companies, the most recent being DoryWoman Rowing in Belfast. Between now and May 31, 2022, contact us Read More
50 Years of the Clean Water Act
Progress Made but Challenges Remain Clean water is central to Maine’s identity and vital for the future of our economy and way of life. We love our rivers, lakes, streams, and coastal waters. That’s why we’re excited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the nation’s Clean Water Act, which has played a critical role in Read More
My Maine This Week: Nicolle Littrell
My Maine This Week features photos sent to us by NRCM supporter Nicolle Littrell of Belfast, Maine. The photos are all photos she took during various trips around Belfast Bay for her business, DoryWoman Rowing. You can see more photos from her rowing adventures on Facebook and Instagram by following @dorywomanrowing. Nicolle writes, “I’m attaching Read More
My Maine This Week: Gerard Monteux
This week’s photo, Sunset at Grindstone Neck, by NRCM member and photographer Gerard Monteux of Hancock, Maine, reminds us that the sun is setting on 2021, and while it’s been a different and difficult year, we had some big wins for Maine’s environment, thanks to people like you! Learn more about victories during the 2021 Read More
My Maine This Week: Kristen Lindquist
NRCM member Kristen Lindquist of Camden, Maine, shares some photos she took recently while exploring Clark Island Preserve in St. George, along Maine’s Midcoast. Learn more about the Preserve, which is accessible by foot across a bridge. Thank you, Kristen, for sharing your beautiful Maine photos! Fun fact: Kristen has also written some of NRCM’s Read More
