Breweries lend a hand to conservation and land-protection efforts
In keeping with a recent trend, Saco River Brewing creates a signature ale to help protect Jockey Cap in Fryeburg. Read More.
Maine is protecting thousands of acres to help deer survive the winter
The state’s long-term plan to re-establish deer wintering areas in key regions of the state received a big boost on Thursday. Read More.
Wallamatogus Mountain conservation effort a success
The 336-acre property is on the south slope of Wallamatogus Mountain—or Mt. Togus. As visitors hike along roads through the blueberry fields, they are treated to spectacular views of Penobscot Bay, nearby coastal islands and the whole Bagaduce River watershed. There are also large areas of forest and wetlands around the field with a diverse range of habitat, and it is an important hunting spot for the community.
Waterfront property among focal points of latest preservation efforts by Land for Maine’s Future
Dave Dickison of Sea Meadow Marine Foundation says the foundation’s project will ensure that the “Even Keel Boatyard” in Yarmouth continues to serve working families who make their living on the sea. Read More.
Around growing Portland, a race is on to save large landscapes
Conservation interests are scrambling to preserve the region’s last big undeveloped spaces for the residents of tomorrow.
Harpswell, West Bath land conservation projects get boost from state fund
Properties in West Bath and Harpswell are among 20 new land conservation projects in Maine that will benefit from state funding designed to preserve public access to lakes, rivers, scenic views and mountain vistas.
Land for Maine’s Future puts focus on community recreation
“[W]e’re glad to see a focus on community recreation. While there are no shortage of places to be outdoors in Maine, not everyone has one nearby. Low-income areas particularly are short on green space. Regardless of where they live, people need to get outside. They need public space, with trees and fresh air.” – Portland Press Herald
State budget includes huge boost for land preservation
Maine lawmakers included $40 million for land conservation in the state’s newest budget, one of the biggest cash infusions to the Land for Maine’s Future program since it started more than 30 years ago. The investment comes as record numbers of people visit Maine’s outdoors and pressure builds over development and preserving sensitive areas. The budget, which passed with overwhelming support in the Legislature, includes the largest appropriation ever for the program and the biggest single deposit since a voter-approved bond in 1999.