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Conserving Maine’s lands and waters for healthy ecosystems and thriving communities.

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What Makes Maine Special

Natural resources define Maine — they shape our communities and cultures, fuel our economy, and support daily life and wellbeing.

3.4k

miles of coastline

90%

forest cover

4.6k

offshore islands

32k

miles of lakes + streams

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Featured story

Nature Connects: Mesgilg Maqamigew: Returning “big land”

Last month, the Mi’kmaq Nation acquired its largest contiguous landholding yet, advancing a historic movement to return land and its care to Wabanaki Nations.

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Maine’s unique opportunities

Nature is big here and so is our work:
restoring rivers, safeguarding habitat, and building climate resilience.
Together with Maine communities, we expand access to the outdoors
and secure a healthier future for people and wildlife.

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There is no place like the Maine Coast.

Conservation means more places open to all. Explore Maine Coast Heritage Trust preserves up and down the coast.

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FEATURED EVENTS

Korean Natural Farming Workshop

Erickson Fields Preserve, 164 West Street, Rockport

Volunteer Workday: Great Gott Shore Cleanup 

Meet at the Seal Cove dock, Tremont

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