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Communities
Coastal
Although they are not surrounded on all sides by water, the connection to the mainland for many of Maine’s working-waterfront communities can sometimes be as narrow as a two-lane road. Many of these communities face the same challenges – and need similar support – as their island neighbors across the bay.
Our People
Some of our talented people working in this area.
![]() | Gillian Garratt-Reed Marine Programs Officer |
![]() | Laura Kramar Port Clyde Marketing and Branding Coordinator |
A lack of affordable housing, diminished saltwater access, an aging population and many other issues are felt as acutely in Maine's working-waterfront communities as on the year-round islands.
News |
| Dec 15, 2009 | | Island Institute Holiday Gift Membership Special |
| Dec 07, 2009 | | Heather Deese Joins Island Institute as Director of Marine Programs |
| Nov 02, 2009 | | Inside History |
Publications & Resources |
Multimedia |
In Working Waterfront |
Two farmers share a river
August 2009
August 2009
I have the right of way… or do I?
July 2009
July 2009



