by FOSI Outreach | Aug 8, 2011 | Archive
Sears Island’s clam flats are healthy and productive thanks to an ongoing clam restoration project begun in 2003. Under the guidance of Dr. Brian Beal, Professor at UMaine Machias and Director of the Downeast Institute, the Searsport Shellfish Management...
by FOSI Outreach | Aug 8, 2011 | FOSI News
Trail Improvements A Grant from the Recreational Trails Program enabled FOSI to have bridges placed along the Homestead Trail in wet or sensitive areas, as well as some ditching to divert runoff during rainy seasons. These improvements make walking easier and safer...
by FOSI Outreach | Aug 3, 2011 | Archive
Sears Island: Our Legacy As FOSI takes on more projects to fulfill its mission of protecting the land while encouraging low impact use its expenses continue to grow and the needs for an office and part-time staff become increasingly important. To make a donation to...
by FOSI Outreach | Jul 21, 2011 | About FOSI
WHAT THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT GUARANTEES Several miles of shoreline to explore — sand, rocks, ledges Freshwater streams and wetlands Vernal pools and tidal pools Forests and fern meadows, wildflowers and berries 168 species of birds sighted — a stop along...
by FOSI Outreach | Jul 21, 2011 | Archive
To help FOSI fulfill its stewardship mission we need to increase our active membership and volunteer base to cover many different activities: regular trail maintenance and an Adopt-a-Trail program; publicity and community outreach; regular recreational and educational...
