Nathaniel and Kirsten Snow could use some help staying afloat after a tragic loss. Late in the evening on July 3, Nathaniel’s beloved lobster boat “More Miss Chif” caught fire in Bass Harbor and she is no more (cause so far unknown, nobody aboard, no injuries). If you know Nathaniel, then you know he is as diligent and painstaking as it is possible for a person to be. He is also always kind, respectful, wry, and generous whenever anyone in the community could use a hand.

Nathaniel will need to purchase and outfit a new boat, and will experience a loss of income. As you can see, the fundraising goal is $40,000. Nathaniel and Kirsten will be mad at me for setting it there but…the loss is structurally damaging to the family unit, and it is also an emotional loss. Any amount you can give will help boost their spirits. I suspect Nathaniel is not aware of how appreciated he is around Mount Desert Island, and I think this is a nice opportunity to show him the strength of the quilt he is so integrally woven into.

Thank you for reading, thank you for caring, and thank you for any generosity you’re able to share, even if it’s just a kind word.

Nathaniel and Kirsten will pass along as generous as possible a portion of the funds raised to the Tremont Fire Department, who did an amazing job responding to the dangerous situation.