We love to highlight the work of the many volunteers who help drive community-led conservation in the Downeast Lakes region. Without the tireless support from local citizens, DLLT’s mission would not be fulfilled. If you’ve spent time . . . read more »
Each year, Downeast Lakes Land Trust has internship opportunities for local high school and college-aged students who are interested in careers in conservation, wildlife biology, public recreation, or other outdoor pursuits. We are highlighting past DLLT interns, . . . read more »
In November 2021, working with The Trust For Public Land, Downeast Lakes Land Trust added the 2,015-acre Lakeville Forest Tract to the Downeast Lakes Community Forest. The Community Forest is owned and managed for wildlife habitat, public . . . read more »
Spring is quite a subjective term ‘round these parts. Many locales across the country spend a drawn-out March and April filled with nature’s rebirth, slowly and absorbingly admiring greening grass, cherry blossoms, blooming daffodils – two months . . . read more »
Some exciting news for 2022 – Downeast Lakes Land Trust is rolling out a Volunteer Program! The program is set to launch this month with the goal of involving many more community members in the work and . . . read more »
Coming in from the morning’s cold, DLLT’s Managing Forester Ernest Carle quietly shuffles into his office to check email before heading out “into the woods.” A life-long native of Princeton, ME, Ernest is a tall, gentle soul . . . read more »
Today, The Trust for Public Land (TPL), Downeast Lakes Land Trust (DLLT) and the Forest Society of Maine (FSM) announce the official expansion of the Downeast Lakes Community Forest. The expansion, located in Lakeville, ME, will add . . . read more »
In the world of non-profit conservation, partnering with other organizations and agencies is a crucial element of Downeast Lakes Land Trust’s work and mission. A central focus of DLLT’s conservation efforts is to enhance wildlife habitat throughout . . . read more »
As the Downeast Lakes Community Forest has grown, so has the need for expanding public recreation opportunities for local residents and visitors to the region. DLLT’s all-volunteer Trails Committee and staff members are always working to create . . . read more »
Downeast Lakes Land Trust is thrilled to welcome two new staff members to our team! Each will serve a vital role in the organization, strengthening our capacity to ensure “Forests and Lakes – For People – Forever.” . . . read more »