News and Events
Recent Highlights
- Midcoast nonprofits team up to preserve historic farmland — and build new housing - Two midcoast nonprofits are teaming up to preserve a historic dairy farm in Rockport — and build new affordable housing on site.
- Aldermere Farm installs 111-kilowatt rooftop solar system - The rooftop solar system generates enough electricity to power Aldermere Farm, Erickson Fields Preserve, and the Topsham office.
- Erickson Fields Farm Hiring 2024 Teen Ag Crew - "Teen Ag Crew... gives teens the opportunity to make a positive impact on their community, develop their resumes, and expand their social circles beyond the walls of their schools.” ~ Aaron Englander
- Aldermere Farm, Erickson Fields Preserve reach three major milestones - Maine Coast Heritage Trust has received a new gift of $250K from the Richard King Mellon Foundation; Aaron Englander has been named Associate Director of Stewardship of two Rockport preserves; and a newly completed cattle barn will be open to visitors
- Camden Area Christian Food Pantry Donates Van to Maine Coast Heritage Trust - "It was an easy connection to make," said Rick Rector, board member of CACFP, in a news release. "We had a van we weren't using any longer and MCHT had a need. Erickson Field is a strong supporter of ours with their fresh produce, so it was a great fit that benefits both of us."
Upcoming Events
- Feb 2, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026, 12:00 am
Community Garden Plots are available
Erickson Fields, Rockport Maine - Mar 5, 2026 - Mar 26, 2026, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Sap-to-Syrup
Aldermere Farm Office, Rockport ME - May 4, 2026 - May 20, 2026, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Farm Hands - Spring Session
Aldermere Farm, Rockport ME