The penobscot indian nation will be awarded approximately $5.4 million to address five barriers in the penobscot and ST

The Penobscot Indian Nation was awarded a $5,411,318 Cooperative Agreement from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) under the Habitat Conservation federal grant program (CFDA 11.463). The funding will be used to address five barriers in the Penobscot and St. George River watersheds, increasing access to stream and spawning habitats for migratory fish such as alewives, endangered Atlantic salmon, and other culturally and economically important species. The project will also support the Tribe's capacity for public outreach and community engagement to identify and implement new habitat restoration initiatives. The award has a performance period from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2027.

George river watersheds to increase access to stream and spawning habitats for migratory fish. This work will help support alewives, endangered atlantic salmon, and other migratory species of cultural, subsistence, economic, and recreational importance to the tribe. The project will also support tribal capacity for public outreach and community engagement to identify and implement new projects.