
News, Publications, and Videos
Here you’ll find the latest in MCHT’s land conservation news, tips for exploring the coast, dispatches from field staff, and more.
Parasites are selfish, and so am I
For a nature bum like Kirk Gentalen, deciding what to write about can sometimes be challenging. Kirk sees cool things every day and there’s so much to choose from! In the latest Nature Bummin’ article, Kirks explores something that’s been hidden in plain sight!
Tour a preserve, learn from a land steward, or enjoy calming coastal moments.
Babson Creek Learning Forest
The Babson Creek Learning forest is an ecologically important expanse of woodlands, home to wildlife, wetlands, and vernal pools—it’s also a natural extension of The Community School, a permanent outdoor education space on Mount Desert Island.
Press Releases
MCHT Annual Reports
At the end of each year, we look back on the conservation successes donors made possible.
Notes from the Coast
In “Notes from the Coast,” Maine Coast Heritage Trust president and CEO Kate Stookey delves into a particular topic area, shares thoughts and questions we’re exploring at MCHT, and celebrates the impact we’re able to achieve thanks to your support.
Maine Heritage Newsletters
We publish three editions of the Maine Heritage newsletter. The Coast-wide edition highlights noteworthy land conservation projects throughout the state while the Midcoast and Downeast versions focus in on those respective regions.
Voices from the Coast
A collection of artwork and words by photographers, painters, poets, and more in celebration of MCHT’s 50th anniversary and the Maine coast we work together to protect.
Other Documents

MCHT In the News
May 23, 2023
Anne Berleant
Mount Desert Islander
May 6, 2023
Courier-Gazette
Courier-Gazette
May 4, 2023
Community News - Courier-Gazette
Community News - Courier-Gazette
Also Of Interest
May 19, 2023
Susan Sharon
Maine Public
July 19, 2022
Ethan Genter
Maine Public
July 3, 2022
Tux Turkels
Portland Press Herald