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Despite coming under fire from Gov. Paul LePage, who opposes most taxpayer-funded conservation projects, LMF has strong public support — since 1987 it has been bolstered by more than half a dozen statewide bonds that have helped conserve 600,000 acres and more than 150 destinations.

The LMF Passport features 35 recommended itineraries, paired with suggested outdoor activities, such as fishing, hiking and ATV riding. However, participants can customize their adventures by using the new LMF website

For generations, fishermen have traveled to Grand Lake Stream to try their luck in the pristine waters that flow out of West Grand Lake.

Governor LePage continues to undermine the mission of the Land for Maine's Future Program, all but ensuring that which Mainers benefit will depend on where they live and how they enjoy the outdoors.

Regardless of the fact that Gov. Paul LePage withdrew his most recent controversial choice for a position on the Land for Maine’s Future board, it is clear that the governor does not support land conservation in Maine.

Members cut the allotment by more than half after questioning the appraised price, creating concerns over damage to the board's credibility.

Taking in the view at the summit of the Beech Hill Preserve in Rockport for the first time is awe-inspiring. Up until last week, the foliage was still vibrant, even during the waning days of autumn.

Gov. Paul LePage, in an Oct. 28 letter to The Forecaster, claimed there is a lack of progress at the Knight’s Pond/Blueberry Hill preservation project, and defended a local legislator against criticism he’s received in connection with that effort.