The easement held by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife protects Tide Mill Farm’s significant ecological values and ensures that the public will have access to portions of the property that do not intrude on the farmstead. Hikers can enjoy more than 2.5 miles of trails up Bell’s and Crane Mountains, with outcrops Read More
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Tinker Island
Tinker Island, a prominent 430-acre landmark in Blue Hill Bay, has long been a popular destination for picnicking, beachcombing, camping, and hunting. Area residents grew concerned when both halves of the island were placed on the open market for a combined price of $3.5 million. The southern half, which had an approved 10-lot subdivision in Read More
West Branch of the Penobscot River
The productive forestlands that extend from Moosehead Lake to the headwaters of the St. John River lie at the heart of Maine’s North Woods. This region bordering the legendary West Branch of the Penobscot River is rich in history, folklore, and tradition, and remains a vital resource today – providing timber that fuels the regional Read More
Woodward Point Preserve
Woodward Point Preserve is located in Eastern Brunswick and is made up of soft sand, which becomes a walkable mudflat when the tide goes out. Recently, softshell clams have been showing up in the cove, to the surprise of many, as clam populations are down around the state due to the introduction of the invasive Read More
Worthley Pond
Worthley Pond, a 375-acre great pond 10 miles west of Livermore Falls, offers boating and angling opportunities in an attractive setting near Black Mountain. Recreational access to this pond is now guaranteed, through the state’s acquisition of a small boat access site. Grants from the Land for Maine’s Future Program and the U.S. Fish & Read More