Originally scheduled for Saturday, January 24th, the first DCC Vining Lake Youth Ice Fishing Derby will now occur on Saturay February 7th, after the original date was postponed due to frigid temperatures. Open to youth ages 15 and under and free to enter. There will be prizes for the first and second place brook trout, […]

Winter Family Fun Day returns to Middle River Park on Saturday, February 21st, 2026. The classic kids' custom cardboard sled race returns. Build a sled and bring it with you for an attempt to win one of two prizes: furthest distance and best design (voted on at the event). But that is not all, the […]

On Saturday, April 18th, join Master Naturalist Grace Bartlett for an exploration of vernal pools and the creatures therein. We'll look for egg masses of pool-breeding amphibians, like wood frogs and salamanders. Wear waterproof boots and dress for the weather. Meet at Vining Lake Community Preserve at 10:00 am. Fill out this form to register […]

  Night Sky Star Party at Reversing Falls in Pembroke, led by Downeast Amateur Astronomers. Happening at the upper field at Reversing Falls, this event will be interactive and educational. Attendees will learn about constellations and will get to use telescopes to explore the Milky Way Galaxy and view stars and planets.  

Join your local conservation partners for a paddle on the Orange River watershed in Whiting. The day will include paddling the watershed approximately 3 miles and a picnic lunch. There will be an optional guided hike up Estey Mountain. Boats and gear will be provided; participants are allowed to bring their own boats and gear. […]

Join DCC for a hike to the summit of Pigeon Hill in Steuben to observe the sunset in celebration of the summer solstice. Pigeon Hill is one of Maine's highest points of coastal elevation east of Acadia National Park. The ledge summit that reaches 317 feet offers an incredible view of the peaks of Acadia […]

DCC's Annual Celebration & Summer Meeting is taking place at Middle River Park and the "Make Here Better" stage in Machias on Friday, July 17th. The event will begin at 3 PM with DCC's Summer Meeting, open to donors. This will consist of presentations about DCC's recent work, current happenings, and forthcoming plans. At 4 […]

Downeast Coastal Conservancy Presents! Maine Outdoor Film Festival at the Milbridge Theatre. Saturday, August 1st, doors open at 6:30 PM, films begin at 7 PM. Entry is by donation, with a suggested donation of $10. DCC and the Milbridge Theatre will equally split entry donations. The Milbridge Theatre will sell popcorn, snacks, and drinks. DCC […]

A piece of a three-part paddle series led by each of your local Washington County land trusts. Join Woodie Wheaton Land Trust to paddle Spednic Lake on July 12, Downeast Coastal Conservancy for a paddle and hike at Vining Lake Community Preserve on August 22, and Downeast Lakes Land Trust at 4th lake. See the […]

The trails at Ingersoll Point Preserve in South Addison wind through beautiful moss and lichen covered forest, making it a prime location for this event. Maine Master Naturalists Grace Bartlett and Ellen Gellerstedt will introduce attendees to the fascinating world of moss and lichen. Attendees will leave this event with a greater understanding of these […]