P The Newsletter of the Downeast Coastal Conservancy Landmarks How then does the nature teacher plan plan natureteacher the does Howthen the unknown, untested connections. which beckons yet with an insistent pulling toward corners, familiar with land new shimmering a to journey a story, a is learning of Everyinstance mind. their of hole rabbit the down naturalis world their of understanding child’s a to key animated the imagination, are limitless their through children our is Because mission the eco-animators.”create and to accomplished children our of “Plant a grain of nature in the imagination nos eco-animateurs.” pour accomplie enfants…mission des l’imaginaire dans nature de graine une Imagination, Children & Nature By Helen Waite, Board of Directors Convention proclaimed: “Planter proclaimed: Convention Change Climate the over banner arching an 2015, November aris, the learningis remembered. actually liveexperiencean more hence deeply; children role-play, Through will further who engage the heroes) force of (i.e., imagination. Jones Indiana or Dundees, Crocodile or Scientists, as role-play a create to perhaps And treasure)? (i.e., outcrop geological species a mysterious, or natural for hard-to-find searching special place, (i.e., a important) than otherwise an better unobtainable to expedition be canoe could What experience through theimagination. experientially and then plan to ignite the as plan must we learning, key action) to the being (i.e., animation to Looking to our own future through our children? connect to plan Conservancy Coastal Downeast at we do How lessons? her that, all interconnected things in this this in things interconnected all of that, because and, precious are fairies children, For air. the fluting thrushes horsetails along the brook; and Hermit and Veery amongst rustling breezes frogs; wood and salamanders mosses; tall in living beings tiny wings; moth filamented and sunbeams firs; flickering and maples white spruce, red cedars, giant supporting ecosystem light-filtered moist, a glade: woodland and action. For a aprime minute, just imaginea is story throughlive-learning of example Festival Fairy DCC our The plus experience imagination, not through “just words.” an through learn we world, natural the the of truths to disrespectful being Without continued onpage 2

Summer 2016 2 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 3 Recurring Note from the Gifts Photo Contest Executive Diretor By Rich Bard ou know that warm, fuzzy “Inspired by Nature” feeling you get when you do the right thing by supporting A Note from the Rich Bard Y e are so pleased to host our first photo contest! Celebrate Executive Director a worthy cause? Enrolling in DCC’s the natural beauty of coastal Washington County and help Executive Director [email protected] recurring donation program lets you inspire the continued protection of the landscapes you love experience that on a regular basis W by sharing your best photos with us. “Mowry Beach is just down the kids, all rely on the efforts of volunteers. newsletter. In truth, those are just the by allowing you to donate in equal installments throughout the year. Our With the support of its members, DCC has conserved some of the most road from us. We walk there pretty There are many ways to get involved tip of the iceberg, with many more recurring donors tell us they feel great treasured and beautiful places in our area. From its rocky shorelines and and a job for anyone who wants to projects underway and in the planning much every day – sometimes every time they see that donation colorful countryside, to the forests filled with wildlife and the people help. I would encourage anyone with stages. We will kick off the fun-with- twice a day. We just really want to notice in their email inbox, and who call it home, it is difficult to demonstrate what makes this area so an interest in conservation, trails, or a-purpose at a June 3rd bonfire at help out.” without the accompanying wince that special in just one photo. With that in mind, we’ve created 4 categories getting kids outside to get in touch Reynolds Marsh Overlook, which is happens when you want to dig deep to help narrow it down: Landscapes, Wildlife, Community and Close- hese words were music to my with me or a member of the staff to part of the Conservation to support your favorite nonprofits at ups. ears as I met a young couple at talk about how your interests or skills Area in Whiting. We’ll be burning the end of the year. All photographs submitted will be judged by a panel of DCC Staff and a friend’s wedding celebration can contribute to DCC’s vitality. You brush and the remains of an old shed T Volunteers. Finalists will be selected in each category and a “People’s and our conversation turned to my might become a trail steward; an office that collapsed years ago. If cutting Setting up an automatic recurring Choice” winner will be determined by voters at this summer’s Wild work at DCC. One day earlier, at a assistant; a member of one of our brush and hauling wood doesn’t sound gift to DCC is easy to do, and you Blueberry Festival in Machias. All finalists will be posted on the DCC volunteer gathering to improve a new active committees, which get a higher appealing, feel free to show up early to can start, stop or change your website, featured in our winter newsletter and publicly displayed for the trail at the Preserve, level view of parts of the work going go for a paddle (bring your own boat) gift at any time. Just go to www. community to enjoy and appreciate. I had a similar conversation with a on at DCC; or you might eventually join or just linger around the bonfire with downeastcoastalconservancy.org and retired couple who use DCC’s trails the Board of Directors to help set the some hot dogs and snacks. We’ll have click “Donate” to get started. Please visit www.downeastcoastalconservancy.org/inspired-by-nature- and were glad to have the opportunity direction of the whole organization. more details to share about other photo-contest for entry details and contest rules. to give something back. I believe With that in mind… volunteer opportunities this summer there are many more people like these in our email and Facebook updates. Welcome to the “Summer of two couples who understand that In the meantime, I hope to see you at Stewardship” as DCC staff have the accomplishments of DCC, from the Reynolds Marsh Overlook! Who dubbed this season. Just take a look at conservation of important wildlife wouldn’t love to gather around a fire all the great projects that Tim Moffett, habitat to recreational trails and and listen to the frogs and birds usher our Land Steward, describes in his “In outings to educational programs for in the summer season as the sky above the Works” article on page 4 of this grows dark? I hope you can join us!

Imagination, Children & Nature continued from page 2 Applefest hallowed fairy-kingdom ecosystem are You learned imaginatively and actively to go there is magic, and a little work pplefest is back for its 4th precious. like any child does. For a moment, too. And then, just listen to where the consecutive year! Join us think back to special moments in story is going. You’re doing great. If children create a play within this as we celebrate the autumn Show us your view of Downeast ! the natural world and give yourself A ecosystem about precious things like Lastly, imagination and the courage harvest at the beloved Klondike permission to relive those moments fairies, frogs, bats, and moths, they of any journey to the unknown needs Mountain Preserve in Lubec on again. Remember some of your favorite will become conscious of what creates reward, especially for children, including Saturday, September 10th. This stories, or mysteries, or fairy tales and vulnerability and how nature itself you. A reward which is tangible or not, apple inspired event has something imagine them as taking part in your This summer is going to be a lot is vulnerable. Children who attend but carries significance, will create for everyone. Come press your own favorite nature moment. Or check out of fun! From paddles to picnics fairy festival become our future eco- deeper memory. Therefore at the apple cider, sample an assortment your kid’s books or movies, and make and plenty of hikes – our calendar animators! But best of all, for them, end of an experience, there needs to of fresh cheeses, join in on a guided your own plays up from the stories of events is jam-packed with they feel more safe and connected be some sort of formal closure. It is hike up Klondike Mountain or pack other people tell. To plagiarize is to opportunities to get outside, to nature and long to return. They are great to incorporate some sort of little a picnic to enjoy amongst the apple humanize. I find all the old stories of interact with nature and explore ready to work and protect nature. ceremony that honors every young or trees. A variety of apple themed crafts some wild places. All our activities immense help to my own playmaking old participating member. This closure and activities will also be available to are free and open to the public, But you might be saying to yourself, “I ideas. Imagine the people in your is the closing of the package to be engage and entertain our youngest so bring a friend and share the am not that creative, I have not been family and with whom you work as the saved forever. Even the planet herself apple pickers! Do you have an apple experience! given a dramatic imagination. I only characters in the little vignettes. What is a package whose loose ends could idea that you think would enhance learned from other people;” which, are their special qualities? Playmaking use a bow tie (or could take a bow). Applefest, or you would like to Holly Byers actually, I don’t believe for an instant. itself is not magic, only our willingness Outreach Coordinator volunteer to help? Please contact us. [email protected] 4 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 5

View from Machias River Preserve, Hemlock Trail. Park, the “Two Rivers” counterpart, is receiving a new dock and gravel turnaround for a hand-carry finalization. With support from the boat launch. Permanent directional L.L.Bean Maine Land Trust Grant signage was installed throughout the Program and Maine Coast Heritage trail system over the winter and a short Trust, all of horticulturist Dr. Radcliffe connector trail through a hardwood Pike’s botanical specimens have stand is the planned result of a May been identified and 13 have received student service activity. interpretive signage, with more signs In Wesley, our Beaver Dam Stream in the works. A grand opening is Preserve has been added to our scheduled for June 12th to coincide mowing list. This will reestablish a with a plant sale on the grounds grassy area for parking and recreation. Beyond these exciting new projects, (see the summer calendar) and peak An old trout and salmon fishing general maintenance will continue bloom of the arboretum’s many trail will be rehabilitated this spring at preserves from Steuben to Calais rhododendron varieties. allowing for casual hiking along the and Lubec. Our stewardship program In Machias and Whitneyville, DCC stream where healthy spawning keeps us very busy but offers much staff are designing a preserve-wide habitat can be observed. reward to the public who encourage us with donations of land, monetary package of interpretive, directional, In Whiting, the Orange River gifts, and volunteer service. These and trailhead signage for Machias Conservation Area (ORCA) has projects would not be possible without River Preserve. Interpretive signs will expanded and now includes 671 the continued community support we focus on the natural surroundings acres of protected riparian buffer receive in the name of environmental as well as the cultural and historical and upland. Improvements to access significance of the property—host to conservation and outdoor recreation. By Tim Moffett and parking are currently underway countless log drives, past homesteads and will soon be followed by a and cattle pastures, and an 18th- comprehensive system of signage century free black community. In the Works that will provide navigational and Our Lands Work on the new Money Island interpretive information. A new hiking Our focus in 2016 is the stewardship of our 40 preserves and maintaining and improving Trail continues. Once complete, this trail, accessible only by paddling to Hunting on DCC public access for hiking, hunting, paddling, skiing, and the therapeutic enjoyment of nature newest addition to the preserve’s the trailhead, was completed in the five-plus-mile trail system will provide fall and offers a path to the overlook Preserves that comes from spending time in Washington County’s woods, waters, and wild places. easy access to the relaxing cascade of at the summit of Estey Mountain. a perennial brook and offer flattering Picnic areas have been cleared id you know that most cross-river views of Whitneyville and along the shoreline of the Orange forms of hunting are In Addison, our “recreational engineers” are reopening the old .2- the trail’s namesake feature. River flowage thanks to student and Dpermitted on DCC mile Marsh Island Preserve trail. Clearing work has been completed faculty volunteers from the Cobscook preserves? Although the and a brochure featuring the short trail and property information Community High School program November deer season is the is in the works. The ledges at the end of the trail are ideal for a Left: Beaver Dam Stream in Wesley. and local residents who donated and most well-known, other hunting picnic where visitors can explore tidal pools, observe the marine Right: Clearing trails at Reversing Falls in Pembroke. installed picnic tables. seasons occur throughout the life of Cape Split Harbor and Western Bay, or simply soak up the year and on every day except southern sun. Sundays. We are proud of a In Cooper, boat access to the via our Gilman Dam long and conflict-free history of Preserve will be restored following road work this spring or cooperation between hunters summer. This property begs for exploration and will be evaluated and hikers. for hiking trail opportunities once the road work is complete. For more information about In Lubec, the road frontage, parking area, and upper field of our hunting on DCC land or other Klondike Mountain Preserve are receiving a spruce up thanks to a property uses, feel free to volunteer group led by Alan and Gretchen Mead of Whiting. They contact us at (207) 255-4500. For will be removing scrubby vegetation and planting native ferns, information about hunting laws, a calendar of hunting seasons and Tim Moffett flowers, shrubs, and trees. Contact Alan at almead1234@gmail. Land Steward com to take part. lots of other wildlife information, [email protected] please visit www.maine.gov/ifw. Just up the road, the Pike Lands Arboretum project is reaching 6 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 7

2015 Annual Report Where We Work Downeast Coastal Conservancy

Conservation Recreation onservation is at the heart of everything that DCC does eople have always used our Cand includes acquiring conserved lands for hiking, new land as well as caring Psnowshoeing, hunting, for land that is already under fishing, birding and other non- our protection. Stewardship motorized recreation. In fact, over of our conservation lands is a 1,000 people signed in at our trail permanent responsibility that register at the popular Pigeon Board of Directors Alan Brooks Salt Ponds Preserve, Lubec we take very seriously. Hill trail in Steuben in 2015 David Dowley (President), Roque Bluffs In 2015, DCC purchased 216 alone. Studies show that the true Ellen Hostert (Vice President), Machias number of hikers may be twice Les Coleman (Treasurer), Addison acres of land that protects Sledding at Middle River Park in Marchias 2015 Sources of Revenue 2.2 miles of freshwater as many as those who choose Sherrie Sprangers (Secretary), East shoreline on the Orange River to sign-in. Across DCC’s public Machias in Whiting and over 3,500 access preserves, we are reaching outdoor experience to another Roger Clapp (Assistant Secretary), feet of ecologically rich tidal thousands of outdoor enthusiasts 500 people. Group outings often Addison estuary on the Pleasant River and reminding them of the value are the only way for some people Julia Arnold, Whiting in Addison. of wild places. to get out and experience nature, Jeremy Gabrielson, Cape Elizabeth Kara McCrimmon, Trescott Township With the support of our In addition to those who while for others it may be just one independently enjoy our lands, of the many ways they connect Robert Miller, Beals members and donors, we have Leslie Page, Addison conserved over 6,330 acres of we hosted 17 recreational with nature and fellow outdoor programs, providing a guided enthusiasts. Davis Pike, Lubec land and 61 miles of shoreline Bill Schlesinger, Lubec since 1987. Dick Sturgeon, Steuben Helen Waite, Jonesport Education Mo Waite, Jonesport Took beautiful pictures. Thad Dolley, Machias (joined April 2016) Great Trail! n 2015, we worked with 8 high ♥it! school, university and camp Good job DCC! Advisory Council groups, providing lessons for over - from a trail registry I 2015 Expenditures Tom Boutureira, Freeport 200 students and campers including the Cobscook Community High Mark Boyer, Pembroke School, Mano en Mano and the Alan Brooks, Whiting Lubec after-school program. This Ben Emory, Salsbury Cove does not include the many classes Tora Johnson, Machias that have independently used DCC Craig Snapp, Steuben preserves as outdoor classrooms and laboratories. Staff Conserved lands near population centers and schools become part Rich Bard, Executive Director of the civic infrastructure of a Becky Lee, Assistant Director (Jan to Oct) community, meaning that educators Holly Byers, Outreach Coordinator and parents can depend on these Lindsay McMahon, Conserved Lands places to be there, year after year, as Manager (Jan to June) Deer grazing in Middle River Park. a place to teach our youth about the Tim Moffett, Land Steward natural world around them. 8 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 9

Events Events Plant Sale at the Pike 2016 Summer Calendar Lands Arboretum This summer offers lots of opportunities to explore and enjoy our conserved lands. As you browse through our events line-up, you’ll see some favored traditions like Applefest and a moonrise hike up Pigeon Hill, as well as some new activities, Grand Opening including the “Summer of Stewardship” kickoff bonfire and the grand opening of the Pike Lands Arboretum. Keep up to date on all our events, news and volunteer opportunities by visiting our website, www.DowneastCoastalConservancy.org, he Pike Lands is rich in ecological invite the public to join us at The Pike signing up for our e-newsletter or following us on Facebook. All events are FREE and family friendly! diversity with low lying moist Lands to celebrate the official grand Tareas that support moss and opening of the arboretum. lichen habitats, tidal vegetative Calling all gardeners! This year’s Plant Friday, June 3 Tuesday, August 2 Saturday, September 10 zones, an old apple orchard, spruce Sale will be held in collaboration with and fir trees one might expect near “Summer of Stewardship” Pleasant River Paddle & Floating Applefest the grand opening of the Pike Lands Kickoff Bonfire Picnic (Bring Your Own Boat) the Maine coast, as well as plantings Arboretum. This is your chance to re- 11am – 3pm / Klondike Mountain of unique species not typically found stock your garden with hostas, daylilies 6pm – 10pm / Reynolds Marsh 11am – 2pm / Columbia Falls to Preserve, Lubec in the area. Naturalist and professor and a variety of other locally grown Overlook, Whiting Addison of horticulture, Dr. Radcliffe Pike perennials. Please contact the office Rain date - Thursday, August 4, Noon Friday, September 16 planted these botanical anomalies in if you are interested in volunteering or Sunday, June 12 – 3pm Full Moonrise Hike the 1960s. With with the help of our donating plants for the sale. Plant Sale at the Pike Lands **Registration is required due to partners at the L.L.Bean Maine Land 6pm / Pigeon Hill Preserve, Steuben Arboretum Grand Opening limited space, call 207-255-4500** Trust Grant Program and Maine Coast Directions to the Pike Lands: Take US Heritage Trust, we have identified Route 1 to ME Route 189, leading to 11am – 2pm / Pike Lands Saturday, September 17 these unusual species and created a Lubec. After 9 miles, turn left on the Conservation Area, Lubec Thursday, August 18 Logging History of the Machias botanical trail map to enhance visitors’ North Lubec Road at McFadden’s Contact the office if you would like Full Moonrise Hike River – Heritage Trail Guided Variety. Go 5 miles to the Downeast experience through a self-guided to donate plants for the sale or are 6:45pm / Klondike Mountain Hike Adventures sign (on the right) near the walking tour of the distinctive plants interested in volunteering at the Preserve, Lubec 10am – 1pm / Machias River end of the paved road. Park past the that live on as Dr. Radcliffe Pike’s event. Preserve, Machias sign on either side of the road. legacy and gift to the community. Saturday & Sunday, August 20 & 21 Sunday, June 26 The botanical signs were installed Machias Wild Blueberry Festival Saturday, October 8 earlier this spring, and on Sunday, June Join us at the Pike Lands Arboretum for our Annual Membership Meeting & Annual Plant Sale. 9am – 5pm & 9am – 3pm / Machias Fall Foliage Orange River Paddle 12th from 11am – 2pm, we’d like to Pot Luck (Bring Your Own Boat) 2pm – 6pm / Roque Bluffs State Park, Saturday, August 20 4pm / Orange River Landing, Whiting Roque Bluffs Nature Hike & Middle River Events Tuesday, July 5 Paddle (Bring Your Own Boat) Orange River Paddle (Bring Your 5pm / Middle River Park, Machias Return of the Fairy Own Boat)

Festival 5pm / Orange River Landing, Whiting Saturday, July 16 July 23rd at Long House Farm, Jonesport Nature Hike & Middle River isten! The Fairies,Trolls and Bats are calling you! Paddle (Bring Your Own Boat) Please come, join us for a day (10AM to 3PM) of Fairy 9am / Middle River Park, Machias LFestivaling in the ancient mossy woods. That is, if you are 4-12 years old. We will create the new play, Luna Saturday, July 23 Moth, with costumes; we will build fairy castles, bat caves, to please the fairies and entertain all with a cast party by Fairy Festival the brook. Bring your own picnic, your own adult, and your 10am – 3pm / Long House Farm, own creative ideas! Limit is 20 fairy makers. Register and Jonesport Children gather for the Fairy Festival at Long get more info after June 1 with Helen Waite 207 497 5734. House Farm in Jonesport. It’s FREE! Join us for a hike or paddle this summer! 10 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 Landmarks Newsletter | Summer 2016 11

Contributor Dick Hoyt and Jean Bookman Trina Stephenson and Michael Nonprofit or Educational Timothy and Susana Abell Megan Humphrey and Terry Chesley Johnson Institution 2015 Downeast Coastal Conservancy Donors Jonathan Aceto Hotaling Malcolm Stevens All Souls Church By The Sea Bob and Ruth Ahrens Karen Isabelle Bruce Stone Maine Blackfly Breeders’ By donating to Downeast Coastal Conservancy you become a member of a diverse network of individuals united in the Mary Albright Betsy Jaegerman and Russell Andrew & Linda Straz Association Peter Allen Worcester Patricia Sullivan YMCA common goal of conserving the natural beauty and resources of coastal Washington County. With our members’ direct Paul and Claudia Andrews Marilyn Josephson Nina and Rob Sutcliffe Pleasant River Wildlife Foundation support we’ve conserved over 6330 acres of land and 61 miles of shoreline, ensured the protection of a variety of critical Jack Armstrong and Barbara Share Alice and Stuart Jump Elizabeth Sutherland and Paul wildlife habitats and provided numerous educational and recreational opportunities within our communities – proving William and Kathleen Attick Kenneth Kaiser Kaplan Richard Auletta Alan & Bonnie Kane Mary Ellen & Tom Tetreau Honorarium & Memorial that together we can accomplish so much! Thank you to everyone who contributed to Downeast Coastal Conservancy in Weston and Penelope Baker Pat and Rose Kenney Margaret Thurston Warren Balgooyen Marcia and Peter Kindlmann Sarah Thurston Donations 2015. Glenn Ball Catherine and James Kotredes Gail Tooker and Kevin Webb In Memory of Dr. Arnold A. Sio Ilze Balodis Pam Kristan Maria Tramontozzi In Honor of Francis Schumann Nancy Beal Alan Krulisch Lise Wagner In Honor of Davis Pike Leadership Circle Betsy Fitzgerald Miriam Butterworth Robert Moran Kenneth Beattie Gregory Kucera Mary K. Wakeman In Honor of Heide and Francis Markley Boyer and Barbara Millen John Flender David Cadigan Gregory and Catharine Moser Jean Beckley Deborah Levison and Joseph Ritter William Walsh Schumann Boyer Dick and Peg Fournier Giordano Caponigro and Whitney Doug Mullen Bruce and Ann Belason Dawn Loper Stephen Washburn and Susan In Honor of Les and Joyce Coleman John Bullitt Bill and Boc Fulton Hable Jack & Diane Myles Gary Benson William and Mona Love Jasinski In honor of Les Coleman and Roger Roger & Judy Clapp Lynn Gallagher Pat Christopher Nancy Nielsen Paul Bergmann Frederick Lowe Anonymous Donor Clapp Joyce & Les Coleman Jack Glover Kirk & Christi Coleman John O’Dwyer and Macie Patrick Mark and Julia Berry John Manter Pat Watson In Honor of Mr. & Mrs. Peter Edward S. and Cornelia Greaves Babette Gwynn and Jane Barker Terrence Connelly Marilyn and Peter Oswald Peter & Gail Berry Norma Marin Daniel Werner Huckins Fund Of The Maine Community Gary Hack and Lynne Sagalyn James and Octavia Cooper Stephen & Claire Parker Sean and Johanna Billings Kenneth and Janet Martin Paul and Janet Weston In Honor of Rev. Donna Carey Foundation Lisa Heyward Susan and Alex David William and Mary Perez Rinky Black Maralyn and Paul Mazza Anonymous Donor In Honor of Robert Miller Connie Greaves Bates Ellen Hostert and Gerry Zegers Doug DeAngelis Norah and Bob Peterson William and Noreen Blaiklock Anne McGhie Anthony F.S. Whitton In Memory of Florence Fleming Henry & Sharon Hosley Amy Hughes Evans Denniston Robert and Margaret Pinsky Jack Bookman and Betsy Dawson Richard McIntyre Betty Jean Wilcox In Memory of Gay M. (Davis) Craig & Barbara Snapp Elen Knott Mark and Lucy Dickerson Philip and Robin Pinto Douglas and Nona Boyink Gretchen and Alan Mead Dr. Harold and Sandra Wilkinson Whitton Annette Lasley Lorna Dorsey Caroline Pryor and David Judith Bragar Edward and Kathryn Mekelburg Don Willey and Charlotte Blake In Memory of George & Marnie Michael and Sissy Leonard Raymond Eachus MacDonald Amanda Merrill Herb Wilson and Bets Brown Dowley Jason Brush and Mia Trachinger In Memory of George W. Thurston Landmark Society Garry and Rosemary Levin Ron and Ronnie Estes Henry and Mary Reath William Buermeyer Richard and Joan Meserve David Winski and Laurel Storm Charles and Harriet Lightner Martin Ferrick and Laura Avila Martha Reeve Jerry Metz Julian & Sylvia Wolff In Memory of Gordon Garnett Argonaut Charitable Foundation Lea Bushman In Memory of James M. Granfield Anne Baker and Bob Lacy Edward Lindsey and Barbara Wendell Fleming Seth Reichlin Michael and Anita Carrano Caren Minzy Darren, Caitlin and Mia Wood Harrity Peter Forbes Sy Reichlin Mary and Jeffrey Mitchell Teresa Wood In Memory of Jan Zwiep Rob and Marcia Chaffee Ann Carter In Memory of Joseph Fanelli Michael & Bonnie Coplon Robert & Jewell Miller Robert Froese and Leonore Paul Reinstein and Valerie Aponik Gilbert Cass and Daphne Taylor Charles Montgomery Allen and Jean Workman Jana & Jim Murphy Hildebrandt Sol and Pamela Resnikoff Tim & Gail Moorhouse Brenda and Mike Young In Memory of Margaret Manter Ben & Dianna Emory Michel & Ingrid Chalufour In Memory of Marguerite Carol Goodwillie and John Stiller New Hampshire Charitable Franklin and Eileen Fumal Jonathan & Christina Reusser Michael and Elizabeth Close Jack and Wendy Murphy Louis and Judith Zawislak Foundation David and Kathy Gage Gerald and Margaret Reynolds Emily Nash and Geoff Zentz Mike and Barb Zimmermann In Memory of Mary Benson Tom & Emily Haslett Earl and Ellen Conti In Memory of Priscilla and William Caroline Huber Ala and William Reid Robert and Margaret Giles Donald Rieger Jr. and Sally Rieger Melinda Copel and Andrew Jayne and Norman Nault Riet Zwiep Kenneth Ross Mac Given and Barbara Scott David & Robin Rier Hilary Neckles and George Mague Bill and Sally Jessee Kosciesza In Memory of Richard A. Gayle Kraus Christopher Slay Alan Goff Carl and Heather Ross Joanie Cornwell Lapointe Paul Smith and Judy Futch Frank & Ada Graham Karl Rossi III Anne Neely Humphrey Hugh Macgill and Nancy Rankin Patrick Corr and Rina Noto Business In Memory of Walter Grallert Mike Mazzaschi and Martha Bates Stephen and Ann Smith Anne Louise Granfield David & Carly Rubinow Chris Cousins Marilyn Ness Bar Harbor Bank and Trust Sherrie and Don Sprangers Betty Grant Paul and Chris Rudd Nancy Neuman In Memory of Oscar L. Look, Jr. Davis Pike Thomas Curtis CES Inc. In Honor of Pamela Marie Dickison Hugh Ross Peter and Sharon Stackpole Diane and Ted Griffith Laura B. Rudolph Steven and Mary Dennison Mart and Karen Ojamaa Harris Point Cabins & Motel Dick & Susan Timmons Lise Hanners and Steve Patton Carol Rundberg Stephen & Margaret Orroth In Honor of Robert and Jewell William and Lisa Schlesinger John Desley and Margaret Machias Savings Bank Miller Frank Schumann Richard and Lois Wagner Diana and Robert Harding Jim and Donna Salisbury Wakeman-Desley Shallee and Kim Page River View Redemption Center Ann and Phillip Sharp Bill and Sally Waterhouse Leon Harkleroad and Cynthia Pitts Alan Sawyer Angela Dickison Helen Panitt Shelterwood Forest Solutions Dick & Barbara Sturgeon Gordon and Linda Wilcox Harkleroad Mary E. Sayre Mickey and Cindy DiVeto Timothy Paradis T.A. King & Son, Inc. Mo & Helen Waite William Wise Edward and Helen Hawes Lisa Scheer and Hugh McKay Miriam Douglass Roberta Parritt Viking, Inc. Gavin Watson Jeff Haydu and Katherine Mooney Philip Schenck and Maryalice Luke Dowley Greg Patterson and LeeAnn West Falls Surveying *All attempts have been made to Mary Wylie Wendilee Heath O’Brien Widness Elizabeth Duncan Maloney ensure this list’s accuracy. We Friend Russell Heath George & Gesele Scully Judy East David Patton apologize for any errors. Alvin Achenbaum Bobbi Henkel Dave & Jane Sharpe Bill and Deb Eckart Jeanne and Bob Peacock Timothy Hernandez Charles and Alison Shehadi Joan and Brian Perkins Foundation Benefactor John and Barbara Ambielli Leonard and Sandra Feldman Anne S. Howells Charitable Trust Ann Marie Anderson Susan Hibbs Randi and Josh Simons Elizabeth Fenkner David and Rhonda Pinkham John and Mary Bayard Janice Holms Rick & Ruth Snyderman Butler Conservation Fund, Inc. David & Carol Dowley Gerry Anderson and Anna Phillips Nancy and Bob Fenney Judith Pott J. 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Sponsor John Bowman and Sandra Joel and Suzanne Mague Logan Wichern John Hanley Kevin and Betsy Sio Marty Anderson and Camille Anonymous Donors Robishaw Drs. Aziz Massaad and Rita Ten Jeremy and Maura Wilson Gay and Joe Haroutunian John and Regana Sisson Hoffman James & Joanne Ausprey Alan Brooks Barbara McCleave Peter and Bess Woodworth Martin and Barbara Haubrich Burgess Smith Anne Beal - a 2015 donor Alfred Bigelow Jill & Henry Bruhl Susanne Meidel and Phil Yund Lenfrey Young Alicia Rogan Heard Harvey Spears Bill and Gretchen Cherry James & Pheobe Boyer Steven and Margaret Brush Stuart & Susan Miller William and Carol Youngs Alan Hershey Stephen and Marian Spence Susan Jordan Bennett Lynn Chase Tom Buchberger and Jennifer Elizabeth and Richard Mistler Tom Hitchins and Shelly Shapiro Elizabeth Squibb and William West Falls Surveying Bill and Gretchen Cherry Jainer Jean Mitchell Alice Hoben Godsoe Ferdinand Colloredo-Mansfeld Wesley and Karen Burnett Martha Mithoefer Robert and Dolores Hoctor Martha Starkey Tom and Gail Finlay Thomas and Janice Burns Charles Monroe Steve and Diana Hoppin Glenn and Sally Stephenson 2016 Annual Meeting and Pot Luck ick off your summer season at Downeast Coastal Conservancy’s biggest event of the year! The 2016 KAnnual Meeting will be held at Roque Bluffs State Park on Sunday, June 26th. This yearly celebration of our members will open with a brief meeting from 2pm – 3pm, followed by a potluck picnic and live entertainment provided by the UMM Ukulele Club. Not only is the Annual Meeting an opportunity to learn about what’s new at DCC, it’s a chance to reconnect with old friends, meet new friends and make memories together. The meeting will be held under the tent, rain or shine. Please feel free to bring your kids, grandkids and guests to enjoy the day as well. Don’t forget to pack your picnic blanket, lawn chairs and your favorite dish to share. We’ll see you at the park!

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