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SUMMARY:DMR Aquaculture Advisory Council
DESCRIPTION:Attend in-person or online to hear what the DMR Aquaculture Advisory Council has been working on\, receive updates from the DMR Aquaculture Division\, and make your voice heard. Public input is welcome and encouraged. The agenda will be posted in advance of the meeting on the DMR website. \n  \nJoin remotely via this link 
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/dmr-aquaculture-advisory-council/
LOCATION:DMR Augusta\, 32 Blossom Lane\, DMR Augusta Building\, Room 118\, Augusta\, ME\, United States
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SUMMARY:USDA Seaweed Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all seaweed growers! USDA-ARS is hosting a seaweed listening session on\nYou are invited to participate in an upcoming USDA Listening Session focused on Maine’s farmed seaweed sector. The purpose of this session is to hear directly from growers\, processors\, and industry partners about current challenges\, opportunities\, and priorities for supporting a resilient and sustainable seaweed industry. It is a unique and valuable opportunity for USDA officials to hear directly from Maine stakeholders. This is the first time a seaweed research focused USDA listening session like this has occurred anywhere in the country. The USDA will be writing a national strategy to support farmed seaweed\, in part directed by Congress\, and your insights will help inform that effort. \nDate: Monday\, April 27th\nTime: 3-5:30\nLocation: Glickman Library\, 7th Floor\, Portland. Free parking on USM campus \nFollowing the session\, there will be an optional happy hour in Portland from 6-7 PM for those who would like to continue the conversation. Location TBA.\nIf you are interested in attending\, please take a moment to complete the RSVP form.
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/usda-seaweed-listening-session/
LOCATION:Glickman Library\, 314 Forest Ave\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T110000
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SUMMARY:Seaweed Saturday
DESCRIPTION:A celebration of seaweed featuring sea farmers\, a seaweed marketplace\, seaweed artists\, and panel discussions with Maine’s seaweed experts. Seaweed Saturday is hosted in partnership with the Maine Seaweed Council.
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/seaweed-saturday/
LOCATION:Gulf of Maine Research Institute\, 350 Commercial St\, Portland\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T180000
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SUMMARY:Kittery Working Waterfront Expo
DESCRIPTION:“Come explore Working Waterfront! This FREE\, family-friendly event is open to all ages and offers a chance to learn about the industries\, businesses\, careers\, and organizations connected to our local waterfront. \nMeet fishermen\, aquaculture professionals\, researchers\, farmers\, and others who help sustain our coastal economy. \nEvent Highlights: \n\nVisit tables from local waterfront organizations and businesses\nEarn raffle entries by getting your event card stamped at each table\nFree raffles and giveaways\nWorking waterfront–themed face painting & temporary tattoos for kids\nLimited goodie bags available\nCoffee generously donated by Aroma Joe’s\nVendors selling merchandise\nMaine Aquaculture Association will have a table at this event. Please stop by!
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/kittery-working-waterfront-expo/
LOCATION:Kittery Community Center\, 120 Rogers Rd\, Kittery\, ME\, 03904\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T170000
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SUMMARY:Maine Sportsman's Show
DESCRIPTION:Maine Aquaculture Association will be exhibiting at the Maine Sportsman’s Show\, helping to represent the aquaculture sector. \nEach spring\, The Maine Sportsman magazine\, in partnership with Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine\, hosts the State of Maine Sportsman’s Show at the Augusta Civic Center.
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/maine-sportsmans-show/
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Dr\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
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SUMMARY:DMR Shellfish Advisory Council Q1 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The DMR Shellfish Advisory Council is for both wild and farmed fisheries\, aquaculturists hold two seats on the council. Attend in-person or online to hear what the DMR Aquaculture Advisory Council has been working on and to make your voice heard. There is space for public input at the end of each ShAC meeting. Agenda will be posted in advance of the meeting on the DMR website. \nThis is an in person or an online event.\nYou can join remotely via this link
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/dmr-shellfish-advisory-council-q1-meeting/
LOCATION:DMR Augusta\, 32 Blossom Lane\, DMR Augusta Building\, Room 118\, Augusta\, ME\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fishermen's Forum
DESCRIPTION:Maine Aquaculture Association will be present at the 51st annual Fishermen’s Forum in Rockport\, Maine. We will have a table staffed for most of the forum. \nThe Maine Fishermen’s Forum is a three-day annual event held over the first weekend in March at the Samoset Resort in Rockport\, Maine. The Forum brings together fishermen\, sea farmers\, gear suppliers\, state and federal scientists and regulators\, and other stakeholders for education\, collaboration\, commerce\, and more. The Forum is a private event which the public is invited to attend. Trade show and seminars are free to attend. Register Here.
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/fishermens-forum/
LOCATION:Samoset Resort\, 220 Warrenton St.\, Rockport\, ME\, United States
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SUMMARY:DMR Biotoxin Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This online workshop/discussion with the Department of Marine Resources is an opportunity to discuss future testing of American oysters. \nThere was a red tide/Paralytic Shellfish poisoning bloom in the summer of 2025 that impacted many oyster farmers\, particularly in Casco Bay. This workshop is to discuss possible changes to the DMR biotoxin monitoring program to most effectively manage the risk of future red tide events for farmed American oysters in the Casco Bay area. \nFind more information here. \nAccess the online meeting here.
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/dmr-biotoxin-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Seascale Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Seascale is hosting a free demonstration of their gear technology at the Mainestreet Business building in Machias. Maine Aquaculture Association and others will be in attendance.
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/seascale-demonstration/
LOCATION:Mainestreet Business Building\, 19 Main Street\, Machias\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T160000
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SUMMARY:Grower Listening Session - Rockland
DESCRIPTION:Maine Aquaculture Association wants to hear from growers! \nOur annual listening sessions are coming up in early February\, a chance for all industry members to voice their concerns to MAA\, align our priorities\, and help guide our shared future. You do not need to be a member of MAA to attend. \nMaine Aquaculture Association was founded in 1978 and our priorities have always been informed by industry feedback and our organization primarily funded by farmer membership. The listening sessions will be facilitated by MAA staff\, but the conversations will be guided by the attendees. These listening sessions can include topics including policy and regulations\, public education and marketing\, information sharing and best practices\, business support\, and any other topics or challenges farmers wish to raise. \nThere are three listening sessions spread throughout the coast: \nFebruary 2\, 4-6 PM\, Ellsworth\, Moore Community Center\, conference room\nFebruary 5\, 4-6 PM\, Freeport\, Freeport Community Services\nFebruary 12\, 4-6 PM\, Rockland\, Rockland Public Library \nIn the spirit of honesty and transparency\, MAA will take notes of the meeting for staff use\, but MAA will not publicly attribute feedback to any one individual. \nLight food and refreshments will be offered. To get a headcount\, please RSVP if attending. \nNOTE: These meetings are open to all growers\, not just MAA members. \nPlease share this event with any growers in your network and direct any questions or desired topics of conversation to Alison Feibel alison@maineaqua.org. \n\nRSVP Here
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/grower-listening-session-rockland/
LOCATION:Rockland Public Library\, 80 Union Street\, Rockland\, ME\, 04841\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Oyster Farming in Maine – Best Management Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join Maine Aquaculture Association’s Christian Brayden\, author of “Best Management Practices: Oyster Aquaculture in Maine” as he provides an overview of the new document and presents key findings from his interviews with over 30 successful oyster farmers in Maine. The document—and this webinar—spans topics from farm siting and lease proposals to production methods and risk management. Christian will take questions from the audience and provide direct insight gleaned from nearly a decade of working with sea farmers in Maine.\nlink incoming \nRegister Here
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/webinar-oyster-farming-in-maine-best-management-practices/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T160000
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SUMMARY:Grower Listening Session - Freeport
DESCRIPTION:Maine Aquaculture Association wants to hear from growers! \nOur annual listening sessions are coming up in early February\, a chance for all industry members to voice their concerns to MAA\, align our priorities\, and help guide our shared future. You do not need to be a member of MAA to attend. \nMaine Aquaculture Association was founded in 1978 and our priorities have always been informed by industry feedback and our organization primarily funded by farmer membership. The listening sessions will be facilitated by MAA staff\, but the conversations will be guided by the attendees. These listening sessions can include topics including policy and regulations\, public education and marketing\, information sharing and best practices\, business support\, and any other topics or challenges farmers wish to raise. \nThere are three listening sessions spread throughout the coast: \nFebruary 2\, 4-6 PM\, Ellsworth\, Moore Community Center\, conference room\nFebruary 5\, 4-6 PM\, Freeport\, Freeport Community Services\nFebruary 12\, 4-6 PM\, Rockland\, Rockland Public Library \nIn the spirit of honesty and transparency\, MAA will take notes of the meeting for staff use\, but MAA will not publicly attribute feedback to any one individual. \nLight food and refreshments will be offered. To get a headcount\, please RSVP if attending. \nNOTE: These meetings are open to all growers\, not just MAA members. \nPlease share this event with any growers in your network and direct any questions or desired topics of conversation to Alison Feibel alison@maineaqua.org. \n\nRSVP Here
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/grower-listening-session-freeport/
LOCATION:Freeport Community Services\, 53 Depot Street\, Freeport\, ME\, 04032\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T180000
DTSTAMP:20260121T132836Z
CREATED:20260120T200946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T132836Z
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SUMMARY:Grower Listening Session - Ellsworth
DESCRIPTION:Maine Aquaculture Association wants to hear from growers! \nOur annual listening sessions are coming up in early February\, a chance for all industry members to voice their concerns to MAA\, align our priorities\, and help guide our shared future. You do not need to be a member of MAA to attend. \nMaine Aquaculture Association was founded in 1978 and our priorities have always been informed by industry feedback and our organization primarily funded by farmer membership. The listening sessions will be facilitated by MAA staff\, but the conversations will be guided by the attendees. These listening sessions can include topics including policy and regulations\, public education and marketing\, information sharing and best practices\, business support\, and any other topics or challenges farmers wish to raise. \nThere are three listening sessions spread throughout the coast: \nFebruary 2\, 4-6 PM\, Ellsworth\, Moore Community Center\, conference room\nFebruary 5\, 4-6 PM\, Freeport\, Freeport Community Services\nFebruary 12\, 4-6 PM\, Rockland\, Rockland Public Library \nIn the spirit of honesty and transparency\, MAA will take notes of the meeting for staff use\, but MAA will not publicly attribute feedback to any one individual. \nLight food and refreshments will be offered. To get a headcount\, please RSVP if attending. \nNOTE: These meetings are open to all growers\, not just MAA members.\n\nPlease share this event with any growers in your network and direct any questions or desired topics of conversation to Alison Feibel alison@maineaqua.org. \nRSVP Here
URL:https://maineaqua.org/event/grower-listening-session-ellsworth/
LOCATION:Moore Community Center\, 125 State St.\, Ellsworth\, ME\, 04605\, United States
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