With state and federal funds earmarked for land conservation, Maine communities can make sure everyone has a chance to get outdoors.
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Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Proposed partnership would preserve over 300 acres in Windham
The Presumpscot Regional Land Trust and the town of Windham are working together to establish a conservation easement and permanently protect Lowell Preserve from development.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
State budget includes huge boost for land preservation
Lawmakers included $40 million for the state-run Land for Maine’s Future, the second-highest injection of cash in the history of the popular conservation program.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster
Underwood Springs Forest Preserve ready for hikers in Falmouth
The 52-acre preserve has a mile of trails with more to be built and features a brook, vernal pools and diverse plants.
Posted inLocal & State
Monmouth land to be protected from development
Conservation easement to protect a 273-acre parcel that includes forest, wetlands, open fields and 3,670 feet of shorefront on Annabessacook Lake from most types of development.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Letter: Loon Echo Land Trust deserves credit for conservation
One of the many reasons we love living in the Lakes Region is our beautiful natural environment. And during this past year it called to us more than ever. When we could not enjoy movie theaters and restaurants or enjoy indoor gatherings with friends and family, we took to the hills! Thanks to Loon Echo […]
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Land for Maine’s Future has impact on businesses, communities statewide
Supporting the LMF program will help to protect the lifestyle and the places we hold dear.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Goodwill shows that waste a problem for thrifty Mainers
The state has a long history of reusing and repairing old items, but the nonprofit can’t use things like damaged couches and moldy books.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Coalition pushes for $115 million in bonds to buy Maine lands, maintain parks
The effort has drawn together groups that include farmland preservationists, fishermen, real estate agents and an economic development organization.
Posted inThe Forecaster
Portland Youth Corps gears up for inaugural season
The city’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Facilities and the Portland Parks Conservancy have officially launched Portland Youth Corps, a service and conservation program that will pay teens to work on city parks projects. Youth Corps members will work in teams of 12 on projects that include trail and playground maintenance, removing invasive species, planting […]