by DCC | Jun 1, 2023 | BLOG
An intrepid group of birders recently ventured into a cold spring wind on the Sunrise Trail in Machias. They were there not only to admire birds but also to contribute to research that is building baseline information about the organisms that call Schoppee Marsh home....
by DCC | May 1, 2023 | BLOG
We are once again hosting an Online Silent Auction as a fundraiser to support the conservation and public access of our preserves! Items include: Local Artwork, Outdoor Gear, Books, Gift Certificates, and more! Online bidding will open to the public on June 12th and...
by DCC | Apr 24, 2023 | BLOG
During the school break for many of our local schools, DCC hosted a mini camp for youth aged 7-10. The four-day minicamp explored the woods and waters of Middle River Park in Machias with ten eager campers ready to discover something new. On our first day,...
by DCC | Apr 5, 2023 | BLOG
UPDATE: the tentative date is now Monday the 17th. If this changes we will update. The Maine Forest Service is partnering with Downeast Coastal Conservancy (DCC) to conduct a one-day prescribed burn at Middle River Park in Machias during the week of April 17th-20th....
by DCC | Mar 13, 2023 | BLOG
Now Hiring: Seasonal Stewardship Assistant Background: Downeast Coastal Conservancy (DCC) is a nationally accredited local land trust conserving land in coastal Washington County, Maine since 1987. Based out of Machias, DCC is responsible for the stewardship and...
by DCC | Feb 27, 2023 | BLOG
On Saturday February 25th, over 50 participants braved the negative cold temperatures and windy conditions to join us for our Annual Winter Family Fun Day. After months without snow, the DCC Team was thrilled to have a few inches of fluffy white covering the Middle...
