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Land For Maine’s Future

Published
August 24, 2023

Grants for Kennebago preservation project on hold over lack of public access

The Rangeley Heritage Land Trust will have two years to secure deeded public access or it will lose $1.7 million to protect thousands of acres along the Kennebago River.
Published
October 15, 2022

Green Divide: LePage, Mills environmental records a study in contrasts

While governor, LePage rolled back environmental regulations and stifled renewable energy in the hopes of growing the economy. Mills reversed most of these policies and embraced the state's role as a leader in fighting climate change.
Published
October 10, 2021

Maine to accept land conservation proposals for first time in 4 years

The administration of Gov. Janet Mills says $40 million is available under its rejuvenated Land for Maine's Future program.
Published
July 29, 2021

Commentary: Land trusts, sportsmen work to revitalize Land for Maine’s Future

Thanks to our elected policymakers’ leadership, Mainers have made a bold statement that the state’s special places deserve to be preserved and managed for the future.
Published
July 14, 2021

Our View: Land for Maine’s Future puts focus on community recreation

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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Published
June 3, 2021

Commentary: Land for Maine’s Future bills are flawed but can be fixed

Allowing hunting, fishing and trapping on conserved land should be decided at the local level, not as part of the bonding process.
Published
June 1, 2021

Maine Voices: Mainers deserve chance to vote on Land for Maine’s Future

Outdoor recreation is a big part of the state’s identity and should be expanded to reach everyone.
Published
May 7, 2021

Mills proposes $140 million bond package for land conservation, transportation

The $40 million bond for the Land for Maine's Future program would honor longtime sportsman George Smith, who died in February after a long battle with ALS.
Published
May 1, 2021

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.
Published
March 31, 2021

Commentary: For the well-being of all Mainers, let’s reinvest in Land for Maine’s Future

Supporting the LMF bond will conserve working forests, build recreation infrastructure, protect the climate and give more people access to nature’s benefits.