Hello Birders! A birding walk is being hosted this year in conjunction with the Downeast Spring Birding Festival. Experienced guides Sallie and Bill Satterthwaite will lead the hike and provide insights into the types of birds that are found throughout the preserve. The hike covers about 1.5 miles on level terrain and all skill levels […]

2018 has brought about a lot of change for DCC. We are in very exciting times here as we move forward with new staff and plan for the future! Following the opening meeting, we’ll share a potluck picnic and listen to the tunes of the UMM Ukulele Club. Please bring a dish to share and […]

Join us to create this play, in the old mossy woods by Shamrock waterfalls. Here you will meet, costume, and entertain the fairies and trolls, build castles, and celebrate with fairy cake for all.  Bring a picnic, and a favorite adult. 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, July 15th. Boys and girls age 4-12 are welcome […]

Join us for a spectacular evening hike at Pigeon Hill Preserve in Steuben. We’ll hike up to the summit, watch the sunset to the west, then just minutes later turn to watch the full the moon rise over the water to the east. Pack a picnic dinner and share a drink with old friends and […]

Downeast Coastal Conservancy and Samantha Williams, from Bold Coast Yoga, are pleased to offer two Tai Chi classes in Middle River Park on Mondays, August 20 and 27 from 4:30-5:15 pm.  The practice of Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition, with roots in the martial arts, which is often practiced today for its many […]

Climate Change in Maine: Getting Serious & Realistic About Renewable Energy Bring Your Questions.... Renowned Climate Change Expert, Dr. William Schlesinger, President Emeritus of the Cary Institute for Ecosystem Studies, and a DCC board member, is giving a presentation about Climate Change and what can be done about it, especially here in Maine. Dr. Schlesinger […]

Join us on Thursday, September 20th at 4:00pm for a hike on DCC’s new Second Woods Trail at the Middle River Preserve in Machias, and meet our new staff members. The Second Woods Trail takes you through a variety of forest types from thick woods, low land stream habitat, and a field view to finish the […]

This 2nd Annual event offers 2 race distances (7 mile & 2.5 mile loops). Both races start and end in Whitneyville/Machias, followed by post-race food, celebration and awards ceremony at the Whitneyville Hillgrove Community Hall. Register here!!