An important component of knowledge as a Registered Maine Guide is the ability to read a topographic map and having a real-time, firm understanding of topography. This is big-picture thinking. Not only is this extremely important and helpful when you’re leading a group on a hike, it is a deciding factor in maintaining a high Read More
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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: Sam Horine
Anyone spending time in Maine, especially recently, has seen some spectacular sunrises and sunsets. This week, NRCM member and frequent My Maine This Week contributor Sam Horine of Skowhegan, Maine, shares this vibrant pink sunrise over Flagstaff Lake, which he recently photographed during a four-day canoe of this beautiful lake. Where is your favorite place to Read More
My Maine This Week: William Aubrey
NRCM member William Aubrey of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, shares this stunning photo of Cowan Point on Moosehead Lake as this My Maine This Week feature. William owns an island in Moosehead Lake and has for the past 70 years. “I spend what time I can at the island, a magical spot,” he writes. This photo shows Read More
Opposition to LD 390, An Act Regarding the Mapping of Shoreland Zones
Senator Brenner, Representative Tucker and distinguished member of the Environment and Natural Resources Committee: My name is Nick Bennett. I am the staff scientist for the Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM). NRCM is Maine’s largest environmental advocacy group with more than 25,000 members and supporters. I am testifying in opposition to LD 390. NRCM Read More
My Maine This Week: Sam Horine
Longtime NRCM member and frequent My Maine This Week photographer Sam Horine of Skowhegan, Maine, shares this beautiful winter scene he photographed recently of the mountains north of Webb Lake in Franklin County. After last week’s winter storm, we bet many of you have snowy Maine photos to share, and we would like to see Read More
My Maine This Week: Chandler Lake Camps by Clayton Kyle
This week’s photos were shared with us by Clayton Kyle, and NRCM member from Freeport, Maine. Clayton and his wife, Megan, recently visited Chandler Lake Camps in T9R8 in Aroostook County. This camp is one of the Maine sporting camps that offers a discount to NRCM members. We were so excited to hear that they Read More
My Maine This Week: Richard Flanagan
Spring is a little slow arriving in parts of Maine, but that gave NRCM member Richard Flanagan of Fairfield, Maine, a chance to take this beautiful photo of the snow-capped Western Mountains during a recent visit to Wesserunsett Lake in Madison, Maine. Have you seen signs of spring in your backyard or nearby areas? We Read More
My Maine This Week: Rondi Nelson
Former NRCM Board member Rondi Nelson of Mount Vernon, Maine shares this beautiful photo she took on New Year’s Day. She calls this, “This is 2020!” and she writes, “There was really cool low mist over the lake this morning.” The lake she is referring to is Echo Lake in Mount Vernon, where she is Read More
