In early August 2022, Maine Senators Angus King and Susan Collins jointly introduced a bill to allow for the growth of one of Maine's most important conservation areas: Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. Maine Audubon is a proud supporter of the monument, which protects habitat for Canada …
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Maine’s Senators Introduce Bill to Improve Access at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
August 10, 2022 (Falmouth, ME) - Maine Audubon is pleased to learn of the introduction of Senate Bill 4784, The Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Access Act, by Senator Angus King and co-sponsored by Senator Susan Collins. “Improving access to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument …
Celebrating 5 Years of Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
WHEREAS, Katahdin Woods and Waters is an exceptional example of the rich and storied Maine Woods, enhanced by its location in a larger protected landscape, and thus would be a valuable addition to the Nation's natural, historical, and cultural heritage conserved and enjoyed in the National Park …
Photo Excursion to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
Autumn is a special time in the forests of northern Maine. The trees explode with color as if to celebrate the end of the season. Woodland critters are hard at work preparing themselves either to head south or to ride out the coming winter. The people are busy, too, getting in those last rides or …
NEW Birding Hotspot Map for Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
When President Obama established the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument in 2016 he added permanent protection for some of the most important bird breeding habitat in the state. Contained in its more than 87,000 acres are boreal and deciduous forests, mountain peaks, spruce bogs, rivers and …
Help Shape the Future of Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument
In South Portland, on the evening of Wednesday, November 14th from 6-8pm, the National Park Service will host a public meeting to discuss the on-going management planning process at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument (“the Monument”). Maine Audubon will be there and we hope that you will …
Action Alert: Last chance to speak up in defense of Maine’s new National Monument
We have a few days left to weigh in with our comments in support of the Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument. Your comments can help ensure this new national monument remains a protected piece of Maine's landscape. The Department of Interior (DOI) is accepting public comments as part of …
Action Alert: Attend a Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument Listening Session
Now is your chance to share your hopes, ideas, and concerns for the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument. This September, the National Park Service (NPS) will host a series of public discussions on the future of the new monument. This is the start of a three year process to complete …
Speak up in defense of Maine’s new National Monument
Last summer's creation of the Katahdin Woods & Waters National Monument in northern Maine was a huge victory for conservation and wildlife in our state. Today, that designation is at risk. The Trump administration is conducting a review of national monument designations, including Katahdin …