Events
2026 Wild & Scenic Film Festival on Tour in Damariscotta
Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust invites you to the 9th annual Wild and Scenic Film Festival on Tour at Lincoln Theater in Damariscotta, Maine! Enjoy a hand-picked selection of 2026 films, and enter to win great giveaways from Coastal Rivers and Wild & Scenic’s National Partners. There’ll be door prizes and beer, wine, and concessions available through the theater.
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Understanding Conservation Easements
Real estate professionals! Join Midcoast Conservancy, Georges River Land Trust, and Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust to learn about conservation easements, what they mean for buyers and sellers in the real estate market, and how you can help your clients understand them.
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Twin Villages Arbor Day Celebration
Join us, along with the Towns of Damariscotta and Newcastle, for our second annual Arbor Day Celebration! With a free tree giveaway, tree planting, kids' activities, and more.
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Guided hike at Salt Bay Farm
Join naturalist Sarah Gladu for a gentle walk at Salt Bay Farm and an opportunity to practice your bird identification skills while looking for newly returned migratory birds.
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Migration in Motion: Alewives and the Fish Ladder at Damariscotta Mills
The fish ladder in Damariscotta Mills has an interesting history, and it is a tremendous story of what a few concerned citizens can accomplish - albeit with a great deal of work over the years! Join naturalist Sarah Gladu to learn about alewives, tour the ladder, and see the fish in full migration.
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Partner Event: Shoreline Erosion Stabilization Practices using OUR SHORE
This training introduces participants to resources and alternative approaches to protecting water quality and habitat to create resilient and stable shorelines. There are many common issues along shorelines that lead to erosion and instability. Sometimes, it takes several techniques to address the compounded problems resulting from poorly-sited development and land use. This 4-hour class qualifies for 4 Continuing Education Hours (CEH) for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP.
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Field Trip into the Salt Marsh
We invited you to join naturalist Sarah Gladu at Coastal Rivers’ Salt Bay Farm for a field trip into the salt marsh to search for horseshoe crabs, mummichogs, and marine worms. We'll explore the spartina grasses and a salt marsh creek as we look for horseshoe crab nesting sites. Learn about the history, biology, and behavior of horseshoe crabs, as well as the importance of salt marsh environments along the Maine coast.
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Wilderness First Aid Certification Course
Be prepared for your outdoor adventures! Wilderness First Aid is the ideal course for outdoor enthusiasts on overnight or short term wilderness adventures. Students will be able to recognize medical emergencies, and will become familiar with basic life saving skills, patient assessment, and basic field care for common injuries.
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