Midcoast Conservancy is pleased to announce “Midcoast Matters” — a six-part television series focusing on the people, places, and natural wonders of Midcoast Maine.

Through the lens of local community leaders, the inaugural episode, “Joining Forces,” explores the genesis of Midcoast Conservancy, the power of connecting people and places around a common cause, and the motivation to protect our natural world. Subsequent episodes, airing monthly, will focus on each of Midcoast Conservancy’s geographies: Damariscotta Lake, the Sheepscot Valley, the Sheepscot Headwaters, the Medomak Valley, and Hidden Valley Nature Center. Topics covered will include ecological preservation, restoration of sea run fisheries, climate change impacts, adventure and exploration opportunities, and much more.

Premiering Thursday, Sept. 30 at 8:30 p.m. on Spectrum/Tidewater 7 and Lincoln County Television (LCTV.org), Midcoast Matters is a collaboration between Midcoast Conservancy, LCTV, Charles Stuart of Stuart Television Productions, and LCTV video producer Lang Sheppard, also with Stunt Dog Productions. After the airing of the premiere or subsequent episodes, all Midcoast Matters shows will be archived and available for viewing at www.lctv.org