
Events
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We can’t wait to see you out on the coast for community gatherings, group hikes, nature walks, and more. Maine Coast Heritage Trust also offers virtual events throughout the year.
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All MCHT events

Pride Walk at Erickson Fields
Rockport | Sunrise — Sunset
Throughout the month of June, take the self-guided Pride Walk at Erickson Fields featuring art and poetry from local LGBTQ+ youth.

Third Thursday: Habitat Restoration on the Narraguagus River
VIRTUAL | 4:00 pm — 5:00 pm
Join staff from MCHT and Project SHARE for an up-close look at the project to restore critical fish habitat to the Narraguagus River using engineered log structures. Love heavy equipment? You’ll love this one!

Juneteenth: Weekend on the Water
Lamoine State Park, Lamoine | —
A weekend of camping, food, and opportunities to get on the water, explore islands, and connect with nature, sponsored by Juneteenth Downeast.

Volunteer Workday at Cousins River Marsh
Yarmouth | 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Lend us a hand in getting our new preserve up-and-running! Join us for a series of volunteer workdays at our Cousins River Marsh preserve in Yarmouth.

Volunteer Workday at Cousins River Marsh
Yarmouth | 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Lend us a hand in getting our new preserve up-and-running! Join us for a series of volunteer workdays at our Cousins River Marsh preserve in Yarmouth.

Seaspray Summer Paddling Series: Little Whaleboat and Whaleboat Islands
Harpswell | 10:00 am — 2:00 pm
Join Seaspray Kayaking for a paddle to MCHT’s Little Whaleboat and Whaleboat Island Preserves. Pack a lunch for a one-of-a-kind island experience. No experience necessary!

Monroe Island Exploration
Owls Head, Maine | 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Join Maine Coast Heritage Trust for a Maine island adventure! Pack a picnic and catch a free boat shuttle for the very short trip across the harbor at Owls Head to Monroe Island.

Seaspray Summer Paddling Series: The Goslings
Harpswell | 1:00 pm — 4:00 pm
Join Seaspray Kayaking for a paddle to MCHT’s preserve on The Goslings in Casco Bay. Explore two wild islands connected by a sand bar at low tide! No experience necessary.

Seaspray Summer Paddling Series: Malaga Island
Phippsburg | 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Join Seaspray Kayaking for a guided paddle to MCHT’s Malaga Island and learn about this small island’s place in Maine’s history. Your choice of a kayak or a paddleboard will get you there. No experience necessary.

Volunteer Workday at Cousins River Marsh
Yarmouth | 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Lend us a hand in getting our new preserve up-and-running! Join us for a series of volunteer workdays at our Cousins River Marsh preserve in Yarmouth.

Seaspray Summer Paddling Series: Clapboard Island
Falmouth | 10:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Join Seaspray Kayaking for a paddle to MCHT’s Clapboard Island in Falmouth. Pack a lunch for a one-of-a-kind island picnic. No experience necessary!

Seaspray Summer Paddling Series: Little Whaleboat and Whaleboat Islands II
Harpswell | 1:00 pm — 5:00 pm
Join Seaspray Kayaking for a paddle to MCHT’s Little Whaleboat and Whaleboat Island Preserves. Two island preserves to explore!. No experience necessary.

Seaspray Summer Paddling Series: Lanes Island Preserve
Freeport | 10:00 am — 1:00 pm
Join Seaspray Kayaking for an easy paddle to MCHT’s Lanes Island. You can choose either a kayak or a paddleboard for this one. No experience necessary!

Seaspray Summer Paddling Series: Malaga Island II
Phippsburg | 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Join Seaspray Kayaking for a guided paddle to MCHT’s Malaga Island and learn about this small island’s place in Maine’s history. Your choice of a kayak or a paddleboard will get you there. No experience necessary.
MCHT offers events year-round. Come back often to see new opportunities to experience the coast. No current events listed? Check out these videos to keep you connected to the coast.
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