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Maine Trails Madness 2024

Join us again this year for an epic showdown of Maine trails! Last year, our bracket featured regions. This year we are featuring individual trails. Each week this month, trails will battle it out to win the title.

Vote in the semi-finals to help advance your favorites!

Maine Trails Madness 2024 (3)

Setting the Record Straight on Clean Cars in Maine

Tribal Sovereignty: A Step Toward Environmental Justice

Broad Statewide Support for Maine Trails Bond

News from NRCM

Final Wind Energy Area for Gulf of Maine Protects Key Fishing Ground and Minimizes Wildlife Impacts

BOEM Announcement Sets the Stage for What Could be Nation’s First Floating Offshore Wind Farms News Release March 15, 2024 (Augusta, ME) — The federal government today announced the final Wind Energy Area where development of offshore wind may occur in the Gulf of Maine.    The area designated by the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Read More

Climate, Business, and Health Leaders Show Strong Support for Clean Cars Rule, Cutting Air Pollution in Maine

Maine leaders voting on the Advanced Clean Cars II program later this month News release South Portland — Today, local business and climate leaders held a press conference at ReVision Energy’s facility urging the Maine Board of Environmental Protection (BEP) to vote to adopt the Advanced Clean Cars II (ACCII) rule at the March 20th Read More

NRCM Experts Contributing to Maine’s Bold Climate Action Policies

March 6, 2024 (Augusta, ME) – Experts at the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) were recently recognized for the important roles they play in catalyzing community action on climate change and contributing to practical climate solutions for an equitable clean energy transition. The experts have been appointed to a variety of advisory committees and Read More

We did it! Together, we stopped Wolfden Resources’ proposal for a polluting mine in the Katahdin region.

This win helps to protect the future of our clean water, habitat for brook trout and Atlantic salmon, supports the outdoor recreation economy, and helps us build the future we want for Maine.

We are honored to stand alongside the Penobscot Nation, Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, Conservation Law Foundation, Maine Audubon, Earthjustice, local businesses and conservation groups, and more than a thousand Mainers who took action. This victory belongs to us all, thank you!

Stay Informed & Involved During the Legislative Session

The 2024 session of the Maine Legislature is in full swing, and legislators will need to hear from you on some important bills to curb the use of polluting gas, encourage reusable containers, invest in Maine's trails, and return tribal sovereignty for the Wabanaki people. Use the buttons below to read more, watch our webinar, and read our 2024 Legislative Priorities publication. 

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Maine Adventures with Josh: In Search of Snow

Birding with Jeff & Allison: Consider the Bird Economy

Protecting the nature of Maine since 1959, by harnessing the power of science, the law, and the voices of people who value Maine's environment.

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Enjoy the Great Outdoors

Find hiking trails, beaches, paddles, bike paths, & more with our interactive Explore Maine Map. View the map & learn more.

Learn about our Maine Sporting Camp & Outdoor Recreation Discount Program.

Shop for NRCM T-shirts, Caps, Totes, & More

Purchase NRCM made-in-the-USA caps, t-shirts featuring beautiful artwork by Maine artist Jon Luoma, mugs, totes, & more, all in support of our work to protect the nature of Maine.
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Find out about events & webinars NRCM is hosting or taking part in throughout Maine. Plan to attend!
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My Maine This Week: Popham Beach by Roger Leisner

Great Grey Owl perched on top of tree

My Maine This Week: Great Grey Owl by Chris L’Abbé

View of ocean under bright sun and blue sky, with rocky coast in foreground

My Maine This Week: Timber Island by Laura Pope

Black-capped Chickadee

The chickadee was chosen as the Maine State Bird in 1927. It pairs well with the Maine State Tree, the white pine, on which it may often be found. (The Black-capped Chickadee is also the state bird of Massachusetts and the provincial bird of New Brunswick.)  Learn more, including a really interesting "Cool Fact" about the Black-capped Chickadee in this new Creature Feature.

Banner photo: Katahdin reflected in Lower Togue Pond, by Sarah Mayberry Rines