YOU'RE INVITED TO
Seagrass summit 2025
You are invited to this year’s Seagrass Summit, a gathering of eelgrass enthusiasts to share information, brainstorm ideas, and connect with one another.
Often hidden beneath the ocean, eelgrass meadows in Maine are tall, lush, and teeming with wildlife. Unfortunately, they are also declining at an alarming rate. Join us to learn about the critical importance of eelgrass and what’s happening in Maine to research, manage, and protect it.
What: Seagrass Summit
Where: Lemont Hall, 2 Pleasant St, Brunswick, ME 04011
Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
Time: 2:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Food and beverages provided! Kid-friendly too!
AGENDA
(Details will be finalized closer to the event)
The Summit’s afternoon session will be more technical, and the evening will be a little more informal. Feel free to attend either or both sessions; registration required.
Session One | Maine Seagrass Consortium Meeting (2:00 – 5:00 p.m.)
The first session will be formal presentations on their recent work from eelgrass experts in the state, followed by a facilitated discussion of the recently drafted Maine Seagrass Action Plan. Light snacks and beverages will be provided.
Session Two | Community Connections (5:30 – 7:30 p.m.)
The second session will feature a short panel discussion and Q&A with experts after which attendees can explore informational tables and enjoy free heavier finger food and beverages. This portion is kid friendly.
Come connect with others who care about Maine’s coastal habitats! This event is especially for those who volunteer or work with eelgrass and other coastal resources, however others are welcome.
We hope to see you there!
This event is hosted by the Casco Bay Estuary Partnership, Manomet, Maine Coastal Program, and Friends of Casco Bay.
Thank you to Lemont Hall for the generous donation of their space for this event.
For More Information:
Contact Janelle Goeke
CBEP Staff Scientist
Janelle.goeke@maine.edu