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The Nature Conservancy in Maine

The sun sets over a field that includes small purple flowers.
Northern Blazing Star, Sunset Northern blazing star at sunrise during an exceptionally large bloom at Kennebunk Plains. © Sam Moore/TNC

Make a Difference in Maine

With your help, we have conserved more than 2.4 million acres in Maine. Your support protects wildlife and their habitats, bolsters sustainable nature-based economies, and inspires climate action. Please join us to ensure that Maine's natural legacy endures for future generations.

Support TNC in Maine
Maine fishermen working at sea.

New “Fisheries Trust of Maine” Will Ensure Access for Generations of Maine Fishermen

Nonprofits partner with fishermen to keep groundfish quota in Maine.

See Why It Matters
Aerial view of snaking rivers winding and branching through dense green forests.
Magalloway Aerial view of the Magalloway lands and waters. © Ben Pearson

Our Conservation Priorities

With a mission to protect the lands and waters on which all life depends, The Nature Conservancy in Maine is taking action to protect land and water, work toward a healthy and sustainable ocean, address and mitigate the effects of climate change, and connect people and nature, in Maine and around the world. Read more about how your support is making a difference in each of these critical areas.

Stories in Maine

Hadley Couraud and peers out in the field taking measurements of culverts and stream data.

A Tale of 25,000 Culverts

Restoring a landscape of healthy, connected Maine waterways, one measurement at a time.

Trees and sky reflected onto the water at Kuwesuwi Monihq (Pine Island) in Maine.

An Island Returns

How TNC Maine’s first land return experience is strengthening partnerships and conservation outcomes.

By Mark Berry

Two women dump oysters out of a crate into the water from a boat.

Conservation on the Half Shell

Working with oysters—and oyster growers—to counter the effects of climate change.

A group of people work together to install posts in a grassy area.

The Healing Power of Trees

An innovative partnership connects vulnerable youth with the natural world.

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An overhead view of a person walking on a boardwalk with green heath plants all around.
Magical Place Enjoying the boardwalk to explore an unusual landscape at Saco Heath Preserve. © Ian Patterson

See the Places We Protect in Your Community

TNC has helped protect more than 2.4 million acres in Maine, which benefit wildlife, protect unique habitats, encourage nature-based recreation and support sustainable industries.

Explore TNC's Preserves
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