This fall, October 7-9, we invite you to join us in Maine for our 2026 gathering, where we’ll explore how strong, connected networks help catalyze the benefits of nature.

Maine’s majestic coastline, rivers, and forests are stewarded by a vibrant ecosystem of funders and partners who have helped seed and sustain a strong network of environmental education and outdoor access organizations across the state. This collaborative leadership makes Maine a powerful setting for our next national gathering.

We’re excited to partner with Wolfe’s Neck Center for Agriculture and the Environment as the host site for this in-person convening, which will bring together Blue Sky members and funders from across the country to connect, learn, and explore shared strategies for advancing equitable access to nature and the outdoors.

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Meet Our Design Team

Our design team members are local to Maine and working closely with Blue Sky staff to shape the convening, bringing deep knowledge of the region and its outdoor access community.

• Amie Hutchison, Sewall Foundation
• Lynne Seeley, Ferguson Family Foundation
• Rosalind Erwin, Onion Foundation
• Tyler Kidder, Maine Philanthropy Center
• Hannah Quimby, Quimby Family Foundation
• Olivia Griset, Maine Environmental Education Association
• Moon Machar, Maine Association for New Americans
• Pame Chevez, Palmar Collective
• Cameron Brewer, Momentum Conservation
• Kaya Lolar, Maine Environmental Education Association

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Please save the date! Formal invitations, agenda details, and registration information will be shared soon.

Questions? Reach out to Berkeley Bryant, Director of Programs & Membership, berkeley@blueskyfundersforum.org.