Downeast
Kyle Koch
“To me, land conservation is all about balance between community recreation, sustainable economic growth, and space for our ecosystems to thrive.”
Deirdre Whitehead
“To hear from a young Passamaquoddy Tribal member that to be on the land allows the Tribal legends and stories from that place to be alive in the 21st century is very meaningful. I go to sleep at night knowing that this will be so for the future generations.”
Jacob van de Sande
“I love where I live. Here in Washington County we have a unique opportunity to conserve and restore a landscape and its connection to the north Atlantic that can be more productive, more beautiful, and support more a more vibrant and sustainable economy and communities.”
Melissa Lee
“Land and silence and the peace of the woods and the water are healing and restorative in an ever-crazier world. Conserved lands help us help ourselves.”