Downeast Conservation Network is searching for a new network Coordinator. DCN is a regional network partnership of conservation, research, and education organizations working in Hancock and Washington Counties, Maine. Our mission is to connect conservation, research, education, and communities in Downeast Maine. The DCN Coordinator works with a 15-member Steering Committee and regional partners to . . .
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FBC to Apply for Accreditation Renewal
Public Notice The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Frenchman Bay Conservancy is pleased to announce it is applying for renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open. The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of . . .
Race Route Marked
Now you can follow the 4-mile (orange) and 8-mile (blue) routes on the Baker Hill, Long Ledges, and Schoodic Connector Trails to train for the upcoming Autumn Trail Race. Maps and more information. Autumn Trail Race . . .
It’s Trail Race Season – Double Trouble Race Series begins October 28
The days are shorter, the mornings cooler. Leaves are losing their green luster, revealing yellow, orange, and red pigments only seen this time of year. It’s finally autumn. It’s finally trail race season! This year, Frenchman Bay Conservancy is helping launch a coalition of six Downeast nonprofits hosting the first annual Downeast Conservation Trail Race . . .
FBC Raises Over $2 million for Tidal Falls Campaign
Frenchman Bay Conservancy will host a groundbreaking on Monday, August 20th at 5:00pm This July, Frenchman Bay Conservancy surpassed $2 million in fundraising for its Tidal Falls Preserve Capital Campaign! Located in Hancock, Tidal Falls Preserve is a beloved open space known for a reversing falls and its popularity for picnicking, entertaining, or watching wildlife. . . .
Tai Chi Comes to Tidal Falls
Nina Zeldin, a certified Tai Chi instructor and staff member at Healthy Acadia, thought Tai Chi was a perfect fit for Tidal Falls Preserve, Frenchman Bay Conservancy’s flagship preserve. Frenchman Bay Conservancy “works to protect ecosystems, lands and water for the benefit of all, and Tai Chi for Health works to protect our bodies and minds . . .
Lamoine Now Owns Marlboro Beach – Celebration on June 23rd
Visit Marlboro Beach in Lamoine to celebrate a partnership between the Town of Lamoine and Frenchman Bay Conservancy that protected the beach and access to its valuable mud flats. A short ceremony at 2 pm will be followed by live music, food, games, and a live clamming demonstration. . . .
Protecting an Ellsworth Legacy
Following the purchase of a historic 31-acre property on the Bayside Road in Ellsworth from Alice Jordan, Frenchman Bay Conservancy is raising funds to provide a public parking lot, create a trail to the Union River, and cover acquisition costs. The property that Frenchman Bay Conservancy hopes to establish as a nature preserve for the . . .
Events Schedule 2018
2018 will be a great season for going outside! Whether you like to sit back and enjoy the bands during our weekly Monday Music series, step up and help clear trails during our clean ups or Weekly Work Days, or even hone your observational skills with our Spring Hike series led by local Maine Master Naturalists . . .
We’re hiring!
Frenchman Bay Conservancy is hiring a full-time Land Protection Manager to conserve distinctive ecosystems, lands, and waters for the benefit of all in the Frenchman Bay and Union River watersheds east to the Hancock County line. College education and 3-5 years of experience required. The application deadline is May 18th. For more information, visit our . . .
