A selection of poems from FBC’s inaugural creative writing contest, Stories from Here. Learn more about the contest and its connection to our mission here. Poetry Winner In defense of a small life Nina Barufaldi Where we lived was the end of the earth A terrific sea to the… Read more
Announcing the winners and honorable mentions of Stories from Here In 2026, Frenchman Bay Conservancy hosted our inaugural creative writing contest. We invited writers of all ages to share stories, poems, and essays inspired by the lands, waters, and communities of Downeast Maine. We received an inspiring range of submissions, each offering a unique perspective… Read more