OUR MISSION

“To protect and conserve the natural environment of the islands and shoreline of Mahone Bay,
and the traditional, social and recreational opportunities valued by its various communities.”

Our History

A number of concerned residents began meeting in the fall of 2002 as a direct response to the accelerated private development of many of the Mahone Bay Islands, which created significant changes to the natural island environment and also the traditional use that locals and visitors had enjoyed.

MICA held its first public meeting on March 29, 2003 in Mahone Bay, and the rest, as they say, is history.

MICA is a nonprofit society with charitable status that operates with a 100% volunteer Board of Directors and work teams that channel 100% of all funds towards our mission.

Challenges

MICA has faced a list of evolving challenges over the years. From the privatization and development of the islands to our current challenge of private moorings.

See Our Challenges

Stewardship

We are very fortunate to have these prime islands and island properties. MICA has the stewardship responsibility for this wonderful resource.

Stewardship details

Champions

Our MICA Stewardship Champions are keeping their eyes on their assigned islands, conducting inspections, reporting back and helping with the general stewardship.

Meet Our Champions