Nonprofit
Quahog Bay Conservancy
Mission
The Quahog Bay Conservancy (QBC) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Harpswell, Maine that works to revitalize the ecosystem of Quahog Bay to a robust and resilient state for all of the communities that depend on it. Through sustainable oyster aquaculture, ecosystem monitoring, and community education, QBC works to conserve natural habitats, protect native wildlife, foster environmental stewards and support Maine’s working waterfront.
The Quahog Bay Conservancy (QBC) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Harpswell, Maine that works to revitalize the ecosystem of Quahog Bay to a robust and resilient state for all of the communities that depend on it. Through sustainable oyster aquaculture, ecosystem monitoring, and community education, QBC works to conserve natural habitats, protect native wildlife, foster environmental stewards and support Maine’s working waterfront.
About Us
About QBC: The Quahog Bay Conservancy (QBC) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Harpswell, Maine that works to revitalize the ecosystem of Quahog Bay to a robust and resilient state for all of the communities that depend on it. Through sustainable oyster aquaculture, ecosystem monitoring, and community education, QBC works to conserve natural habitats, protect native wildlife, foster environmental stewards and support Maine’s working waterfront.
QBC uses an ecosystem-based approach with programs focusing on mitigating contamination and sustaining the bay for fishing and recreational use. The organization's six areas of work are: sustainable oyster aquaculture, invasive species removal, water quality monitoring, pollution remediation, marine debris removal, and education/outreach. QBC also hosts an internship program accredited by the University of Maine.
About QBC: The Quahog Bay Conservancy (QBC) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in Harpswell, Maine that works to revitalize the ecosystem of Quahog Bay to a robust and resilient state for all of the communities that depend on it. Through sustainable oyster aquaculture, ecosystem monitoring, and community education, QBC works to conserve natural habitats, protect native wildlife, foster environmental stewards and support Maine’s working waterfront.
QBC uses an ecosystem-based approach with programs focusing on mitigating contamination and sustaining the bay for fishing and recreational use. The organization's six areas of work are: sustainable oyster aquaculture, invasive species removal, water quality monitoring, pollution remediation, marine debris removal, and education/outreach. QBC also hosts an internship program accredited by the University of Maine.
Cause Areas Include
- Education
- Environment & Sustainability
- Science & Technology
Location & Contact
- 2075221105
- office@quahogbay.org
- 286 Bethel Point Rd, Harpswell, ME 04079, USA
