Our Youngest Supporters
These philanthropic young ladies sold lemonade and cookies in Port Clyde this summer, raising over $30 for Herring Gut Learning Center.

They know our hands-on aquaculture and marine science programs help local children stay in school, learn valuable life skills and become responsible ocean stewards. Read more...

Herring Gut Students Receive Conservation Award
Herring Gut Learning Center was recognized in November with the "Excellence in Conservation Education" award by the Knox-Lincoln Soil and Water Conservation District for the outstanding peer-to-peer teaching by the RSU#13 Alternative Education students at the Conservation Fair. Read more...

The Importance of Branding to School of Roots Students
The Nike "swoosh," the Apple "apple", McDonalds' "golden arches". The most well-known and successful companies can often be identified by a single image. As the School of Roots aquaponics students expand their business, they are realizing the importance of branding their product. Read more...

Learning History and Economics on the Waterfront
In late October two classes of sixth grade students from the St. George School participated in hands-on lessons in local history and economics on the Port Clyde waterfront at Herring Gut, Port Clyde Fresh Catch and BioProcess Algae. They came with many questions about aquaculture, commercial fishing, and sustainability, eager to learn how each related to the history and economy of our area. Read more...