Downeast Institute

06/04/2026

This row of young brown algae is looking golden and beautiful!

05/26/2026

Our small cone system has already seen 4 batches of young juvenile oysters this season! More to come!

05/21/2026

These oysters are eating 24 hours a day and growing constantly!

05/19/2026

There are still open spots for this UMaine University of Maine at Machias class. Sign up today for a great expereince.

05/13/2026

Still plenty of time to sign up for this great teacher workshop. Lots of fun and very educational.

Sign up here https://forms.gle/MZdavotDMeM9HZtx8

05/07/2026

Check out this great article in the Portland Press Herald about DEI's Soft-shell Clam Recruitment Monitouring Network. This critical study examines the main drivers of the clam population in Maine to inform clammers, resource managers and curious folks about the state of the fishery.

https://www.pressherald.com/2026/05/05/what-are-those-boxes-in-casco-bays-mudflats/

05/01/2026

We’re celebrating National Apprenticeship Week! We would love to participate by recognizing our role in nurturing the development of the next generation of aquaculture professionals with our pre- apprentices in aquaculture!

This summer we will be hosting a pre-apprentice (ages 16-24) working with us. These pre-apprentices will gain hands on experience while paid. They will develop specialized skills through on-the-job training and developing relationships within the aquaculture industry.

We are proud to partner with WCCC Aquaculture Technology Program , Maine Aquaculture in offering this opportunity.

04/27/2026

Thank you to all the amazing volunteers that braved the mud to help us deploy boxes for year 7 of the Clam Recruitment Monitoring Network! Please reach out to [email protected] if you are interested in helping us retrieve and process the boxes in the Fall.

04/20/2026

WGME had a nice segement on DEI's work to study soft-shell clam recruitment along the coast of Maine. Check it out to see superstars Brian Beal and Tessa Houston in action!

Brain Beal and Tessa Houston are both Maine marine ecology researchers at the Downeast Institute.

04/16/2026

Ready to make waves this summer? 🌊
Earn money, build real skills, and get hands-on experience in Maine’s growing aquaculture industry. This isn’t just a job, it’s a launchpad.