A farm animal sanctuary in Brooks expands
Peace Ridge Sanctuary has grown by almost 250 acres, allowing it to expand its wildlife rehab area and build a new large animal barn.
By Avery Yale Kamila
Share
Harriet lives on a new satellite farm adjacent to the original Peace Ridge facility. Construction is underway on a large animal barn, and this summer crews will break ground on a heated medical building on the 244-acre property now part of sanctuary.
Photo courtesy of Peace Ridge Sanctuary
One of the largest farm animal sanctuaries in Maine has grown even bigger. Peace Ridge Sanctuary, known for rescuing animals from the state’s worst abuse cases, now covers more than 1,000 acres in rural Brooks. It’s a fitting milestone as the nonprofit marks its 20th anniversary.
Nautilus is a different kind of science magazine. We deliver big-picture science by reporting on a single monthly topic from multiple perspectives. Read a new chapter in the story every Thursday.