By Susan Sharon, Maine Public
A 3,000-acre swath of forest that had been eyed for a subdivision near Moosehead Lake has been permanently conserved with the help of the Forest Society of Maine and the Friends of Wilson Ponds.
Along the eastern shore of Moosehead Lake, Scammon Ridge is a highly visible, scenic property that Greenville residents like to explore, hike and hunt.
GREENVILLE Scammon Ridge, the largest contiguous swath of undeveloped forestland in the town of Greenville, has now been permanently conserved thanks to the help of many people who appreciate the recreational opportunities so close to town and the distinctive views of the ridgeline that define the eastern side of Moosehead Lake. Not only is the scenic beauty of the natural landscape important to residents and visitors alike but the ridge also divides the headwaters for both the Penobscot and Kennebec Rivers’ watersheds.
GREENVILLE Friends of Wilson Ponds Area, Inc., a dedicated land trust located on Upper and Lower Wilson Ponds in Greenville, is proud to announce that they have raised $162,140, a major milestone in their effort to raise $200,000 for the Scammon Ridge Headwaters Project.