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Sunset Paddle in DLWA Paddling toward the sunset in the Debsconeag Lakes Wilderness Area. © Ian Patterson
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With your help, we have conserved over 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.

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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.

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Learning From Each Other

TNC Maine and the Maine Environmental Education Association collaborate to build mutual trust and provide opportunities for youth.

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A Conversation About Siting Renewable Energy

TNC Maine trustee Pat Jackson works to deliver renewable energy while conserving biodiversity.

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Stewarding the Evolution of Conservation

From protecting ecosystems to developing natural climate solutions, conservation has changed a lot in the last 30 years—and land manager Nancy Sferra has had a front-row seat.

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Helping Maine’s Communities Prepare for Sea-Level Rise

A new tool tells first-responders and planners which streets will flood and where vulnerable citizens might lose access to help.

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

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