Freeport Conservation Trust, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting natural spaces, recently announced its annual Trail Challenge. From Aug. 12 to Oct. 16, participants are invited to embark on an adventure exploring four local trails and experiencing the beauty of Freeport’s natural surroundings. The Trail Challenge aims to engage individuals of all ages […]
Deconstruction is underway on the three dams impeding Frost Gully Brook, a small tributary of the Harraseeket River and Casco Bay in Freeport, the Freeport Conservation Trust recently announced. From the late 1800s to 1950, these three dams were created along the brook providing the town’s backup fire protection and public water supply. Today, Freeport […]
The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust (KELT) is very excited to announce that Becky Kolak will be the conservation organization’s new executive director. Becky has been the acting executive director of KELT since June of 2021 and brings a wealth of land.
Nearly 260 acres of land in Freeport were acquired for public access and preservation during Van Dusen's tenure as the Freeport Conservation Trust executive director.