Bucksport Students Get Scientific on Sears Is.

The students of Bucksport Middle School had a chance to learn about life in the tidal zone of Maine’s coast during two half days on Sears Island June 2nd and 3rd. Their exploration of the many interesting organisms found in different zones of the tidal area was...

Upcoming Events

Some other DATES TO REMEMBER: Be sure to pick the dates that interest you and write and write them in on your calendars: Saturday, April 26, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM — at UMaine Orono — HOPE FESTIVAL — We opted not to have a table this year, for...

Friends of Sears Island 2013 ANNUAL REPORT

Highlights of an extraordinary year: Grant proposals were sent to Maine Community Foundation and Davis Conservation Foundation. Both grants were awarded and, combined with a portion of a previously awarded grant from the Penobscot Bay Alliance, made it possible for...

Celebrating Sears Island’s Past and Present

Several dozen attendees, including familiar and new faces, enjoyed a variety of food treats, and music that was “just right” while browsing through displays of historical interest and current activities on Sears Island.  “Celebrate Sears Island” was held at...

Maine Community Foundation Grant Received

The Friends of Sears Island (FOSI) received a $4,900 grant from the Waldo County Fund of the Maine Community Foundation. This grant will enable FOSI to expand its outreach capacity through public awareness events, formal presentations, increased learning...