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River~Link is a collaborative land conservation initiative to create a trail and wildlife corridor running down the spine of the Boothbay Peninsula. Partners include numerous state, municipal and non-profit organizations. The goal is a permanently protected block of contiguous land totaling several thousand acres that will support clean water, recreation, and wildlife at a significant scale.

Steven, Katie, and Joan

New hire at Coastal Rivers will build on conservation momentum

We are thrilled to welcome Land Conservation Manager Katie Beaver to the team! Along with Director of Land Conservation Joan...
rocky falls at the new preserve

River~Link corridor expanded in Edgecomb

Conservation at a meaningful scale Earlier this spring, Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust completed the purchase of a 165-acre property on...

Sherman Marsh in the fall

Sherman Marsh WMA expanded through partnerships

Thanks to the combined efforts of Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust, Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT), and Maine Department of Inland...
massive glacial erratic at Tipping Rock Preserve

Building toward climate resilience and connectivity: The Tipping Rock Preserve

When you’re a moose, bigger really is better. Especially when it comes to habitat. Your survival depends on lots of...
a group hiking on the river-link trail

New Trailhead under construction for River~Link at Dodge Point

Easier access to a favorite trail The River~Link trail continues to grow not only in length but also in popularity....

River-Link sign on a tree

Conservation of 178-Acre Edgecomb Parcel Protects River~Link Trail

Article by Abigail Adams in The Lincoln County News July 15, 2017 The Damariscotta River Association recently closed on a...

view of Louderback Marsh

River~Link: One big step closer to filling in the gap!

Because of you, we are a big step closer to protecting this special property forever! We are thrilled to share...

DRA Purchase Expands Dodge Point, Fulfills a Wish

The new DRA Davidson Preserve (see map) will add almost 93 acres to Dodge Point and connect to several other...

River~Link

River~Link is a collaborative land conservation initiative to create a trail and wildlife corridor running down the spine of the Boothbay Peninsula. Partners include numerous state, municipal and non-profit organizations. The goal is a permanently protected block of contiguous land totaling several thousand acres that will support clean water, recreation, and wildlife at a significant scale.

River~Link

River~Link is a collaborative land conservation initiative to create a trail and wildlife corridor running down the spine of the Boothbay Peninsula. Partners include numerous state, municipal and non-profit organizations. The goal is a permanently protected block of contiguous land totaling several thousand acres that will support clean water, recreation, and wildlife at a significant scale.

Damariscotta

Round Top Farm

Gently mown trails wind through the rolling hayfields of a former dairy farm, with views of the upper Damariscotta River and lovely sunsets. An accessible trail connects to a neighboring...
accessible trail at Whaleback Shell Midden

Damariscotta

Whaleback Shell Midden State Historic Site

Wander down to the shore through a historic apple orchard and learn the story of the huge ancient shell heap that once lined the shore. A great spot for a...