Join us for a special event as we engage in a thought-provoking discussion with three generations of saltwater stewards: our first employee Casco BAYKEEPER® Emeritus Joe Payne, current Casco BAYKEEPER® Ivy Frignoca, aquaculture apprentice Michael Scannell, and aspiring marine biologist Natalia Mbadu. Together, we will examine how far we’ve come in protecting our beloved Bay and what we must do to safeguard it for the next generations.
Featuring an exhibit of artwork by MECA&D students, community conversations, and delicious hors d’oeuvres, this event is a unique opportunity to hear from passionate advocates and leave with renewed hope and urgency for the future. All are welcome!
July 9 | 5:30–8 p.m. | Freeport
RSVP: www.cascobay.org/past-present-future
Join us with a sliding scale donation: $0 to $55. From free to pay-it-forward — give what feels right for you.
Event includes hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
Our Annual Meeting will feature the election of new members to our Board of Directors.
Intergeneration Panel
Joe Payne served as the first Casco BAYKEEPER® from 1991 to 2015. A lifelong advocate for clean water, Joe helped establish Casco Bay as Maine’s first No Discharge Area, launched a mobile pumpout program, and co-founded the Waterkeeper Alliance. His work laid the foundation for much of the Bay’s modern-day protection.
Ivy Frignoca is the current Casco BAYKEEPER®, leading efforts to protect Casco Bay through a blend of science, law, and advocacy. She focuses on reducing nitrogen pollution and stormwater runoff, advancing PFAS solutions, and strengthening coastal resilience. Ivy also serves on several statewide marine policy groups, bringing a collaborative voice to key environmental decisions.
Michael Scannell is an aquaculture apprentice and oyster farm manager with hands-on experience in Maine’s working waterfront. A recent marine affairs graduate, he plans to attend law school to support sustainable aquaculture and the next generation of ocean farmers.
Natalia Mbadu is a high school junior, published author, and climate advocate passionate about marine conservation. She fell in love with Maine’s coastal waters as a SailMaine student, inspiring her plans to study marine biology and become a marine veterinarian.
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