NMW 2017 Brochure

NorthMaineWoods 2017 $4PLANNING for the Next GenerationWILD BEAR Experience THE Tradition a healthy On behalf of the families, corporations, food choice conservation organizations and land managers, we welcome you to this special region of Maine. The ForestProducts Industry In addition to providing remote recreational opportunities, this region is primarily the “woodIS REINVENTING ITSELF basket” that supports our natural resource based economy of Maine. This booklet is designed to help you have a safe and enjoyable trip to the area, plus provide you with important information about forest resource management and recreational use.

2017 Visitor Fees and Checkpoint Information RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT Visitors traveling by vehicle will pass through one of the follow-Under 15........................................................................ Free Day Use & Camping ing checkpoints. Please refer to the map in the center of thisAge 70 and Over....................................................... Free Day Use publication for locations.Per Person Per Day............................................................$10................. $15Camping Per Night.............................................................$12................. $15 NMW Checkpoints 5am-9pm dailyAnnual Day Use Registration.........................................$125............... N/A Allagash 6am-9pm dailyAnnual Unlimited Day Use & Camping.....................$250.............. N/A Caribou 5am-9pm dailyCamping Only Annual Pass............................................$125............... $125 Dickey 6am-9pm dailyIncluding seniors age 70 and over Fish River 5am-9pm daily Little Black 5am-9pm daily Special Reduced Seasonal Rates Six-Mile 5am-9pm daily Summer season is from May 1 to September 30. Fall season is St. Francis 6am-9pm daily from August 20 to November 30. Either summer or fall passes Telos 5am-9pm daily Twenty-Mile are valid between August 20 and September 30. Canadian Border Checkpoints RESIDENT NON-RESIDENTSeasonal Day Use Pass.....................................................$70................ $115 Estcourt 7am-5pm M-FSeasonal Unlimited Camping........................................$140.............. $180Seasonal Unlimited Family Camping..........................$250.............. N/A US Customs 1-418-859-2501 7am-5pm M-FFamily camping covers 2 adults and their children between 15and 21 for day use and camping for the season price of 2 adults. Canadian Customs 1-418-859-2201 8am-5pm M/T/Th/FCamping Only Seasonal Pass........................................$75................. $75 (closed Wednesdays)Including seniors age 70 and over St. Pamphile 1-418-356-2411 8am-5pm M-ThCommercial Sporting Camp Visitors.........................$30................ $50 8am-4pm Friday US Customs 1-418-356-3222 Per trip, for any trip over 3 daysLeaseholders and Canadian Customs 1-418-356-3151Internal Landowners of Record...................................$60................ $60 St. Juste 1-418-244-3646 May purchase 2 annual passes through the NMW officeGuest Passes for Leaseholders....................................$90................ $90 US Customs 1-418-244-3026 Canadian Customs 1-418-244-3653 May purchase up to 8 annual passes through the NMW officeVisiting Paticipating Businesses...................................$1.................... $1 St. Aurelie 1-418-593-3426 for meals and supplies, up to four hours limit US Customs 1-418-593-3582 Maine voters approved a substantial 20% increase in Maine’s minimum Canadian Customs 1-418-593-3971wage from $7.50 to $9.00 in November 2016. With over 40 seasonalemployees, please realize that this increase has a significant impact on The schedules of operation for Canadian border checkpointsNorth Maine Woods operations and land use and camping fees. While and both U. S. and Canadian Customs offices are subject toefforts are being taken to economize in many other expense accounts, change at any time, so it is advised that you call the numberwe are left with no choice regarding our hourly employee pay rate. listed for the crossing you intend to use for current informa- tion. U.S. Customs offices are closed during New Year’s Day, Fees payable by cash or check. President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran’s Day and Thanksgiving. For Allagash Wilderness Waterway fees, see page 14 in this brochure. For Penobscot River Corridor fees, see page 22. U.S. citizens are required to have a U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card to enter the U.S. Other travelers will need NEXUS, FAST, or SENTRI identification. By Federal Law PL 99-570, there is a $5,000 fine for a first time offense of entering Maine without proper permission, plus an additional fine of $1,000 per person involved. This includes entry by foot or by water. photo by Lonnie Jandreau2 | www.northmainewoods.org

CNeOlReTbHraMteAsIN4E5 WYOeOaDrSsThe North Maine Woods organization (NMW) recently celebrated 45 cies 45 years ago, when there were only 19 landowners and managers, ityears of operation. The program is a cooperative effort by many private would be difficult, if not impossible, for the public to comply with land uselandowners in northwestern Maine to keep 3.5 million acres of forest land requirements of more than 35 landowners today. Today the landowner-open to public use. ship acreage consists of these types of owners: family groups (39%), cor-The cooperative relationship between forest landowners began as un- porations (33%), institutional investors (17%), conservation organizations y Mike Langley (6%), and the State of Maine (5%). Representatives from all of thesesettled townships in Maine were sold to investors beginning in the entities serve on the NMW Board of Directors.1820s. Logs were floated to saw mills. Saw mills, textile mills and photo bothers relied on water power, so, landowners and mill own- Operate on a financially self-sustaining basis. As withers collaborated on the construction of water storage dams all of the other shared agreements – road use tolls and firein the headwaters. Locating and maintaining property suppression self-assessments – managing public user re-boundary lines is shared by adjacent owners to this day. quired a mechanism to pay for itself. Visitors, camp own-The Maine Forest Service is successor to the private land- ers and guides pay fees that are relative to the costs forowners’ collaborative effort to construct fire towers and accommodating them on private land within the NMW.run telephone lines through the woods to report fires and Under NMWs non-profit corporate structure, none of theorganize firefighting efforts. fees paid by the public can be passed on to landowners.As trucks came into use and the days of log drives waned, Over the past 45 years North Maine Woods has had manylandowners collaborated on road construction and maintenance. successes, including:The road building era required much cooperation to coor- When public use • There are only a few incidents when forest firesdinate construction and maintenance of roads across mul- started to conflict with started from a NMW campsite.tiple ownerships. Landowners developed a road toll systembased upon tons of wood per mile of travel paid, which they forest management, • There are very few problems with littering or illegal dumping.pay to each other through an honor system to offset costs forest landowners • With checkpoint receptionists recording the namesof maintenance and bridges. again worked of everyone who enters, there are few problems re- lated to theft, vandalism and arson for landownersAs roads were built, sportsmen discovered they opened cooperatively to create and private camp owners.up camping, fishing and hunting opportunities. When pub- the North Mainelic use started to conflict with forest management, for- Landowners have also worked closely with state agenciesest landowners again worked cooperatively to create the Woods management including the Maine Forest Service, Bureau of Parks andNorth Maine Woods management system in 1971. system in 1971. Public Lands, Land Use Planning Commission, Maine War- den Service and Department of Inland Fisheries and Wild-From the onset landowners established the following goals life Management Divisions.for the organization:Manage public use in concert with timber production. While manag- NMW maintains a staff of four year-round managers and 45 seasonal staff.ing and harvesting forest products is the main reason for owning tracts Their responsibilities are to: welcome the public and explain visitor useof commercial forest land, public recreational use is compatible if done policies; track people entering and leaving which results in fewer problemsin an organized manner. Road safety has always been an issue. Visitors for landowners, wood harvesting contractors and private camp owners;are educated about driving on the extensive private gravel road system to maintain 350 campsites for public use; and manage the placement of bearavoid crashes and getting stranded in remote locations. In the interest of baits to benefit landowners and guides.road safety, ATVs, oversized camper trailers, motorcycles and horseback Over the past 45 years, NMW has been recognized for its efforts to keepriding are prohibited. millions of acres of private forest land open to the public. In 1986 NMWProvide opportunities for high quality, traditional recreation. was recognized as one of the most exemplary private conservation orga-Campsites are provided and maintained with the basic amenities for primi- nizations in the country by President Reagan’s Council on Environmentaltive camping – outhouse, fire ring and sheltered picnic tables. They are of- Quality. In 2000, NMW was invited to serve on a panel before the Congres-ten associated with prime fishing, hunting, canoeing and scenic locations. sional House Committee on Forests and Forest Health. The panel topicTraditionally, this has meant not advertising to increase use to the point of was “Lessons for National Forests.” In 2014, the organization was honoredovercrowding, plus avoiding activities that detract from traditional uses. to receive Maine’s “Large Landowner of the Year Award” by Maine’s De- partment of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife.Standardize and simplify visitor land use policies on multiple own-erships. If there had not been an effort to standardize visitor use poli- For more information on NMW, visit www.northmainewoods.org or call 207-435-6213. www.northmainewoods.org | 3

Changes have been implemented so we can continue our mission of keeping the area open to public use by protecting property through managing access. We are doing this with motion- sensitive cameras, satellite internet service and telecommunications at some entry points.Use of New Technology Reduces Costs and Keeps Visitor Fees StableAl Cowperthwaite, Executive Director In 2013, another automated checkpoint was installed on the so-called Red River Road heading west from St. Froid Lake in the town of Win-If you arrived at one of our staffed checkpoints after daily operating hours terville, and it’s called Winterville Checkpoint. We encourage visitorsor entered through one of the unstaffed automated checkpoints last sea- to pre-register at the Eagle Lake Town office which is open weekdaysson, you are aware that we have been making some significant adjustments from 8am to 4:30pm and can be reached at 207-444-5511.in the way we operate. These changes have been implemented so we cancontinue our mission of keeping the area open to public use by protecting In 2014 Oxbow Checkpoint was converted to an automated check-property through managing access. We are doing this with the use of mo- point. It is operated during day time hours by staff at 6-Mile Checkpointtion sensitive cameras, satellite internet service and telecommunications and at night by staff located at our main office in Ashland. People areat some entry points. Supplementing people with technology has been encouraged to stop and pre-register at Homestead Lodge located aoccurring at many businesses in order to improve operations and to main- few miles from Route 11 on the way into the NMW. The phone numbertain or reduce operating costs. NMW has been going through a similar is 207-435-6357.transition. Night Time Entry and Motion Detection CamerasAutomated checkpoints In 2009 we installed motion sensitive lights, live time video recordingAs a non- profit organization, North Maine Woods operates on a break cameras and satellite internet service in order to monitor traffic be-even basis. The amount charged for overnight camping is directly related tween 9pm and 6am from our Ashland office for 6-Mile Checkpoint onto costs NMW incurs for maintaining campsites. The same is true for the the American Realty Road, Telos Checkpoint, Caribou Checkpoint onamount charged for day use. Day use fees offset costs for operating check- the Golden Road and Fish River Checkpoint west of Portage.points which allow access into the NMW region. In an effort to continue toallow access while keeping user fees reasonable, we have installed a num- Camera images are sent via satellite internet to a central control roomber of automated, unstaffed checkpoints in recent years which is a more in our Ashland office where one person watches all nighttime traffic.cost effective way to manage access. Telephone communication is available at all locations which allows visi- tors to call our office at night to register and enter or leave NMW orVisitors entering the North Maine Woods on some low traffic access roads get assistance in case of an emergency. Although this system may notmay encounter automated, electronic checkpoints. These checkpoints are be as convenient as having someone at the checkpoints, it is less ex-not staffed, but have instructional signs, motion sensitive video cameras pensive and so reduces the need to increase fees paid by visitors. Withand a telephone located in a small building next to the road. Signs instruct cameras recording traffic 24 hours a day, seven days a week, it alsovisitors to call the number provided which will connect them to one of our helps us keep track of who is traveling in and out of the area should weemployees who will help them self register and pay appropriate fees. Once have theft or vandalism problems.the registration process is complete, permission will be granted to enter.If someone wants to enter or leave NMW via one of the automated check-points, it will simplify the process if they pre-register at a staffed check-point or have season passes, L Passes or Guest Passes with them.NMW staff monitors traffic at these locations 24 hours a day, seven days aweek and the cameras record all video for the year at each location. Dickey Checkpoint was the first to be automated in 2005 and, following several years of successful operation, more have been added at other loca- tions. In 2009, Seboomook Dam and Northeast Carry automated check- points were installed on roads leading into North Maine Woods from Se- boomook Township north of Rockwood.4 | www.northmainewoods.org

Find valuable, up-to-date information on the WebWhether you are planning another trip or visiting North Maine Woods (NMW) websites were you can find canoeable river water flow rates, regional weatherfor the first time, you will find an abundance of helpful information about the forecasts and other useful information.NMW region on our website. Information on land use, regional history, rulesand regulations, checkpoint hours of operation, user fees, camping locations Our website also features the North Maine Woods, KI Jo-Mary and Allagashand safety can all be found at the click of your mouse. Wilderness Waterway Campsite Guides. Each guide uses Google Earth to depict Authorized and Fire Permit campsites thoughout each respective region; andUnder the “Business Links” heading you can search a listing of many businesses once downloaded, users can click on a campsite icon to pull up photos and athat cater to a variety of outdoor activities including: cabin rentals, charter list of amenities for each location. These guides were designed to assist you inservices, guide services, outdoor products, vehicle shuttle services, sporting planning your next camping trip while at the same time offering you a virtuallodges, camps, or whitewater rafting. Our site provides information on the St. tour of campsites throughout the region.John River canoe trip and a map of the 3.5 million acre NMW region. Another feature is the homepage “Bulletin Board” which allows us to post up-North Maine Woods also manages the 180,000-acre KI-Jo Mary Multiple Use to-date information on what is happening in NMW. The Bulletin Board containsForest located between Millinocket, Greenville and Brownville. Our website important news, information, and current conditions within NMW.contains all the information you will need forplanning a trip to this unique area. Camping New to our website is a photo gallery consisting of eightinformation is available as well as informa- different image categories (wildlife, landscape, camp-tion on these popular attractions: Gulf Hagas ing, fishing, canoeing, hunting, historic and workingGorge, Katahdin Iron Works, the Hermitage, forest). Visitors can submit photos of their own Northand the Appalachian Trail. Maine Woods experiences for posting in the gallery.We also have a “Links” page that can direct The website also has a section with answers to Frequent-you to a variety of Maine State websites ly Asked Questions (FAQs) and fee information on thewhere you can find information and regu- Allagash Wilderness Waterway and Penobscot River Cor-lations on canoeing, hunting and fishing ridor. Our website is one of the most frequently visitedand purchase hunting and fishing licenses. for people considering a trip to northern Maine. Remem-There are links to over two dozen other ber to check www.northmainewoods.org as we expand on the quality and quantity of information there. DedicationWe dedicate this year’s NMW brochure to Robert W. Sawyer IV (1934-2016). Bob’s large personality and huge energy allowed him to pursue manyhobbies and interests including Masons, church choir, Aroostook River Voices, Presque Isle Players, Boy Scouts, school board, town council andAtlantic Salmon for Northern Maine, but overriding all of his various activities was his devotion to his family’s woodland. Bob was a 5th generationDunn Timberlands heir and an active forest manager on the family’s ground for over 30 years.Born in 1934 in Brooklyn, New York, Bob spent many of his summers on the family farm in Ashland under the tutelage of his uncle, George “Pete”Sawyer. As a young man, Bob served in the Army before pursuing a business degree at the University of North Carolina. He held several jobsincluding supervising a high school equivalency diploma program serving four North Carolina counties.In 1970, with his uncle aging and no other family member interested in managing the family timberlands, Bobdecided to move to Ashland and learn the ropes of forest management. By 1975, Bob had assumed many of theroles of a land manager. His start with Dunn Timberlands coincided with the formation of North Maine Woods.Over the years, he served in various roles for North Maine Woods including: • Signing a Partnership Agreement with Seven Islands Land Company on April 25, 1975. Alan Leigh- ton signed on behalf of Seven Islands and both signatures were witnessed by George Sawyer. This action created North Maine Woods. • 28 years served on the Management Council • 5 years served on the Coordinating Committee • 18 years served on the Administrative Committee • 24 years on the NMW Campsite Committee • 9 years served on the St. John River Committee www.northmainewoods.org | 5

MISSION photo by Lonnie JandreauTo provide the visiting public with high quality, traditionaloutdoor recreational experiences that are compatiblewith providing renewable forest resources which sustainapproximately 20% of Maine’s economy. Forest recreation, whenmanaged properly, is compatible with harvesting forest products.Informfor NaortthioManine WoodsCutting live trees is not permitted. You are welcome to use The safest way to treat the water is to boil it for at least one minute at a rolling boil.dead and down wood for your fire at an authorized location. To While other methods of treatment are available, they may not be totally effectiveprevent the spread of injurious insects, movement of firewood against all harmful organisms and are not recommended.more than 50 miles is discouraged. Importation of firewood toMaine is prohibited. Extreme caution is always the rule. Remem- Biting insects are common most of the summer. Visitors should be equippedber a small fire is best for cooking. By Maine law, there is a $50 with insect repellent at all times. The peak time for mosquitoes and blackflies isfine for leaving any fire unattended. The steel fire ring provided from the end of May through July. Daily periods of increased insect activities areis the only place a fire may be built at authorized campsites. during early morning and evening hours.Limits on camper trailer and vehicle sizes. Only single ve- The weather varies greatly in northern Maine. May temperatures range fromhicles less than 28 feet in length, or vehicle and trailer with a 20 to 70 degrees on any given day, and snow may even fall. During the summer,combined length of less than 44 feet, and with a maximum width temperatures average 50 to 90 degrees. It is suggested that visitors pack clothingof 8 feet, will be allowed entrance. Large vehicles within these for both extremes. Rain is unpredictable with the average seasonal amount be-limits may be required to travel at certain low traffic periods tween 35 and 45 inches. The temperatures begin to drop below freezing in mid-Sep-through any checkpoint if requested by the checkpoint recep- tember with daytime highs in the 50s. In November it is common for temperaturestionist on duty. to approach 0 with highs in the 40s, and snow can begin to build up. November hunters are cautioned to camp near main roads and listen to weather forecasts.Bicycles, motorcycles, all terrain vehicles, tractors andhorses are not allowed in the NMW at any time of year. This is There are very few stores or gas stations in the NMW. All supplies must benecessary for logging road safety and avoidance of fire hazards carried in with you.in hard to reach locations. Fireworks are prohibited in NMW. Although the State of Maine legalized theThrough-traffic between Canada and Maine is discour- use of fireworks in 2011, the new law also requires that users of fireworks haveaged via the private road system in the NMW. These roads are landowner permission. None of the private landowners and managers of publicprivately built for the purpose of managing the woodland area. land within North Maine Woods have agreed to give permission or allow the useRecreationists are encouraged to travel to their desired destina- of fireworks. Fire hazard is the major concern, but public safety and disturbance totions within the area and then return to the country from which other recreationists and wildlife are also factors cited in their decision to prohibitthey entered. Parties entering at a Canadian border checkpoint fireworks in NMW.must leave via the same checkpoint. Through passage betweenthe US and Canada is allowed for camp owners and other visi- A majority of visitors come to the NMW to enjoy peace and tranquility.tors only when at least one night’s lodging is spent within NMW. Although there are no rules regarding the use of generators, chainsaws, other types of motors and radios, we do ask that visitors use common sense and be consider-Water supplies in the NMW are not tested for safety. It ate of others.is recommended that you bring in water from a known safesource. You should not drink water directly from any stream or All parties flying into the area must abide by the area’s rules and regula-pond without treating it to kill bacteria and other organisms. tions. NMW Land Use and Camping permits are available from many commercial bush pilots or you may obtain permits by contacting North Maine Woods, PO Box 425, Ashland, ME 04732 or [email protected] | www.northmainewoods.org

RULES TOHFE ROAD for Industrial Logging RoadsThese rules apply to all road users. Your safety is important.• Give all logging trucks the right of way! The roads in this area were • Do not linger on roads or stop on bridges. Most bridges in NMW are built to move wood products. For safety, please give logging trucks one lane. the same respect provided to fire trucks and ambulances. Logging trucks typically travel on the crown of the road for stability. When • Park vehicles well off the road. you see a truck coming from either direction, please pull over to let it pass safely. • Do not park in front of checkpoints. Use parking area provided• Obey posted speed limit signs. Maximum speed is 45 mph. • All drivers must have a valid state or provincial driver’s license.• Lights on for safety. • All vehicles yield right of way to loaded trucks. All traffic yield to equip-• Always travel on the right hand side. ment working in roads. Pass only after operator’s acknowledgement.• Be prepared to stop at all times.• Never stop on a corner. Always give yourself at least 500 feet of visibility front and back.• Reduce speeds on freshly graded roads. You are more likely to blow a tire or lose control because of loose gravel.• Never block side roads. Even roads that seem unused may be needed in emergencies. photo by Lonnie JandreauMaine Forest ServiceThe Maine Forest Service protects hundreds of thousands of acres in NMW from wildland fire every year. It is everyone’s responsibility to be safewith campfires and report wildland fires that you encounter. Remember, you must attend your campfire at all times. It’s important to put yourfire dead out before you leave your site for the day. A heavy wind and dry conditions can create a large wildland fire from what was an innocentcampfire, and the person who lights the fire is responsible for damages. Campers are reminded that it is unlawful to burn prohibited items suchas plastic, metal cans, bottles, and any type of trash. Please carry your trash out.Your actions will help ensure that the resource we all enjoy is preserved for this and future generations. If you encounter a wildland fire, reportit immediately. Information that is helpful when reporting a fire includes: where the fire is (township, GPS coordinates, nearest road), what fuelthe fire is burning in, what type of fire behavior is being exhibited, is there a water source nearby, and are there any camps or tree plantationsthreatened. This information helps Maine Forest Service provide a quicker, more efficient response. To report a wildland fire, obtain fire permits,or to receive additional information you may call:Northern Region | Ashland 207-435-7963 Aroostook Waters District Office | Masardis 207-435-6975Central Region | Old Town 207-827-1800 East Branch District Office | Island Falls 207-463-2331Allagash District Office | Portage 207-435-6644 Moosehead District Office | Greenville 207-695-3721For any emergency, call 911 www.northmainewoods.org | 7

NMW Campsite InformationASHLAND REGION TELOS REGION Township SitesLittle Munsungan Lake T8R9 2 y y Umbazooksus West T6R13 4 1 y y y SheltersChase Brook Road T10R9 2 y y yUmbazooksus East T6R13 2 1 y y Water AccessMunsungan Falls T8R9 3 y y yKellog Brook T6R12 3 y y y Vehicle AccessMalcolm Branch T9R8 2 2 y y yIndian Stream T7R12 2 y y Canoe AccessMooseleuk Dam T10R9 3 2 y yIndian Pond T7R12 6 2 y y y Camper AccessN. Br. Machias River T11R7 6 2 y y yHaymock Lake T8R11 8 y y y TownshipMachias Bridge T11R7 2 y y yCliff Lake T8R12 5 1 y y y SitesMachias River T11R7 1 y y yPillsbury Deadwater T8R11 2 y y y SheltersChase Lake T9R10 3 1 y y ySpider Lake T9R11 3 1 y y y Water AccessRagged Mountain Pond T9R10 2 y y yLittle Pillsbury Pond T8R11 4 2 y y y Vehicle AccessJack Mountain T11R8 3 y yCoffeelos South T6R11 3 y y Canoe AccessS. Br. Machias River T10R7 2 y y yCoffeelos North T6R11 2 y y y Camper AccessPratt Lake T11R9 1 1 y y y TOTAL 44Island Pond T10R10 2 1 y y Machias Lake Dam T12R8 3 1 y y ST. JOHN RIVER 20-Mile Bridge T12R8 3 1 y y y Turner Bogan T8R17 2 y y Flaws Bogan T8R17 1 1 y y Little Clayton Lake T12R8 1 y y Flaws Bogan Camp T8R17 1 y y Moosehorn Crossing T12R7 2 1 y y yUpper Elbow Pond T10R10 1 y y Southwest Branch T9R17 1 y y Doucie Brook T10R17 2 y y Peaked Mountain Pond T10R10 3 y y Knowles Brook T10R16 1 y y Russell Crossing T11R8 3 1 y y yMusquacook Stream T12R11 2 y y y Northwest Branch T10R17 1 y y Ledge Rapids T11R16 2 1 y y McNally Pond T11R10 2 y y y Moody Campsite T11R16 3 1 y y y y2nd Musquacook Lake T11R11 6 2 y y ySquirrel Pond T11R10 1 1 y y y Red Pine T11R16 4 2 y y y y Burntland Brook T11R16 2 1 y y Beaver Sprague T11R7 3 3 y y Nine-Mile Campsite T12R16 2 y y Weeks Brook T11R8 1 y y ySmith Brook T9R9 1 y y East Nine-Mile T12R15 1 y y y Connor Farm T13R15 1 y y Big Hudson Brook T10R9 3 y y Seven Islands T13R15 3 2 y y Munsungan Thoroughfare T8R10 1 y Little Moosehorn T8R10 2 y y Priestly Campsite T13R14 2 1 y y y y Simmons Farm T14R14 2 1 y y Kelly Brook T11R14 5 y y y Big Black Rapids T15R13 3 1 y y Squirrel Mountain T11R13 2 y yRoss Lake T10R15 3 1 y y y Ferry Crossing T15R13 2 1 y y y y Seminary Brook T15R13 2 1 y y y y TOTAL 82 Longs Rapids T16R13 2 1 y y y ALLAGASH REGION Castonia Farm T16R12 2 y y y y Ouellette Brook T16R12 2 y y y Little Falls Pond T17R11 1 y y Ouellette Farm T16R12 3 1 y y y yFall Brook Lake T18R10 3 1 y y yLittle Black River Pit T19R12 3 1 y y y Fox Brook T16R12 3 2 y y y y Poplar Island Allagash 1 1 y y yUpper Little Black T19R12 1 y y TOTAL 49Little Black River T19R12 2 1 y y yChimenticook Stream T17R13 2 y y yWest Twin Brook #1 Allagash 1 y y FISH RIVER REGION West Twin Brook #2 Allagash 1 y y Gleason Brook T13R7 1 y y y Carr Pond T13R8 4 y y yWest Twin Gravel Pit Allagash 1 y y y Fish River Falls T14R8 8 2 y y yBlue Pond T13R13 1 y y yDeadeye Bridge T18R13 3 y y Fish Lake T14R8 5 1 y y y Big Brook T14R10 3 1 y y y3rd Pelletier Pond T16R9 3 y y y Fox Brook T13R9 3 1 y y yBen Glazier T14R12 1 y yBig Black River Road T15R13 2 y y y TOTAL 24Wells Campsite T16R13 1 y y AROOSTOOK RIVER REGION Big Black Fall Site T15R13 1 y y y Munsungan Branch T8R8 1 y y Connors Cove T18R10 7 y y y TOTAL 34 Mooseleuk Branch T8R8 1 y y Lapomkeag Stream T9R7 1 y y Houlton Brook T9R5 1 y y TOTAL 48 | www.northmainewoods.org

Township Sites Shelters Water Access Vehicle Access Canoe Access Camper Access Township Sites Shelters Water Access Vehicle Access Canoe Access Camper AccessRAGMUFF/SEBOOMOOK REGION CAUCOMGOMOC REGION Lane Brook T2R4 4 1 y y y Caucomgomoc Landing T7R15 5 1 y y yLeadbetter Falls T2R18 3 y y y Caucomgomoc Dam T6R14 3 1 y y yLeadbetter Pit T2R18 3 1 y y y Henrys Island T7R15 1 y y Gilberts Crossing T2R4 3 1 y y y Rowe Thoroughfare T7R15 1 y y Lane Brook (Boundary Rd) T3R4 1 y y y Round Pond North T7R14 4 1 y y Cheney Pond T3R4 3 y y Round Pond Inlet T7R14 1 y y Penobscot Dam T4R4 4 1 y y y Lost Pond T5R16 2 y y Penobscot Pd (Ice Box Pit) T4R4 1 y y y Russell Stream T4R16 1 y y yLong Pond T3R5 4 1 y y y Big Bog T5R18 4 y y yDole Pond T3R5 4 1 y y y 5th St. John Bridge T6R17 2 y y y yDole Brook T3R5 1 y y 5th St. John Dam T6R17 1 y y Hurricane Pond T5R20 1 y y Wadleigh Pond Beach T8R15 1 y y Hurricane Stream T5R19 2 1 y y Wadleigh Pond T8R15 3 1 y y ySnake Campsite T4R18 6 1 y y y y Wadleigh Pond South T8R15 1 y y yNulhedus Pit T1R4 1 y y St. Francis Lake T8R16 2 y y yLittle Lobster Lake T3R14 2 1 y y y Baker Lake North T7R17 5 1 y y y35-Mile Campsite Dole Twp 1 y y Baker Lake South T7R17 1 y y TOTAL 44 Boulet Campyard T7R17 2 y y Turner Pond T7R16 2 y y yOXBOW REGION Crescent Pond T9R15 2 y y yLapomkeag Field T8R8 2 1 y y y Johnson Pond Island T8R14 2 y yMillinocket Stream T8R8 2 y y y Elm Stream T4R16 2 y y Munsungan Stream T8R9 2 1 y y y TOTAL 48 TOTAL 6Camping in the North Maine WoodsCamping permits are issued at the checkpoints upon entrance to the North as attractive as authorized campsites, fall hunters prefer sheltered loca-Maine Woods area. Camping is allowed at the more than 300 designated, tions rather than windswept lake shore campsites.marked camping areas for a two-week maximum time limit per campsite.The North Maine Woods map in this publication shows campsite locations. Outhouse Update: North Maine Woods is currently using an active en-There are two types of campsites available for use: zyme (Bio Quest SST-850) for the treatment of outhouse solids. We ask that visitors do not dump lime, deodorizers, trash, or liquid materials intoAuthorized Campsites: These campsites are marked on the NMW map outhouse openings. These foreign substances will either kill or greatlyand are listed here for reference. While all campsites are rustic, there are reduce the effectiveness of the enzyme.steel fire rings, cedar picnic tables and toilets at the authorized campsites.Fires may be carefully built in the steel fire rings, and many of the campsites Campsites on Google Earth: Campsite locations within the Northhave picnic shelters. A Maine Forest Service fire permit is not required. Maine Woods are shown on Google Earth. Visit our website (www.north- mainewoods.org) to download this new feature found on the homepage.Designated Fire Permit Campsites: These are locations where over- In addition to showing campsite locations, there are photos and a writtennight camping is allowed but where building campfires requires a Maine description of each campsite to help you decide which campsite to visit.Forest Service fire permit. The locations of designated fire permit camp-sites are shown on the NMW map. These campsites have fewer facilities Please carry your trash out. Do not leave trash at your campsite or along-than authorized campsites. Although some fire permit campsites are not side roads and waters. www.northmainewoods.org | 9

Maine’s Forest Rangers in the North Maine WoodsMaine Forest Rangers protectMaine’s forest resources andhomes from fire, respond todisasters and emergenciesand enhance the safe, sound,responsible management ofthe forest for this and futuregenerations. This missionextends into the North MaineWoods and a dedicated groupof men and women serve JON BLACKSTONE, CHESUNCOOK GARY COOK, SEBOOMOOKevery day to protect what is 25 years of exeperience 36 years of experienceso valuable to us all. Here is asnapshot of those in uniform Favorite Memory Favorite Memorythat you may encounter while Seeing some of the same people and families Teaching and sharing with my kids theenjoying your time camping, come back to their favorite spots year after beauty within the North Maine Woods. Wecanoeing, fishing, hunting or enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, and campingjust exploring. year. “You really get to know some of the people over the years; they even make sure experiences. they stop in at the station just to say “Hi.” I’ve even had people drop off presents for the Fire Prevention Message kids when they were younger. Lots of great It’s a privilege, not a right, to recreate on private or public lands. Please be a good people in the Maine outdoors.” steward in order to preserve this outdoor recreational experience for years to come! Prevention Message It will always be easier and cheaper to prevent a wildfire than to put one out! Play Safe. JUSTIN CARNEY, MASARDIS TODD WEEKS, MASARDIS RICHARD MARTIN, ALLAGASH 18 years of experience 32 years of experience 20 years of experience Favorite Memory Favorite Memory Favorite Memory I was a Chief for MFS helicopter operations Seeing the same people year after year visit- Canoeing the St John River and visiting each at the Churchill Dam festivities last summer. ing the NMW. The St. John River campsite of the campsites with NMW’s personnel. It In directing water drops during a demon- is great knowing there was peace and tran- stration I was able to cool the crowd off on inspection trips are always a good time. a hot day with a residual mist. The second quilly in the remote areas of the NMWs. drop coincided with a wind shift which left Fire Prevention Message The one thing you should always do is make Fire Prevention Message me a bit wet as well. Fun was had by all! Recreate safely and understand that it is sure you have drowned your campfire! a privilege to use land that doesn’t belong Fire Prevention Message to you! Don’t abuse your ability to use the Remember, only YOU can prevent wildfires! North Maine Woods.10 | www.northmainewoods.org

MARK BERUBE, ST PAMPHILE CARSON HARTMAN, PORTAGE ARNOLD MARTIN, ALLAGASH 35 years of experience 4 years of experience 31 years of experience Favorite Memory Favorite Memory Favorite MemoryWent on a canoe trip down the St. John Yearly Trip with NMW staff from Baker Lake Being with the Whole Allagash District in an to Priestly Bridge checking out campsites overnight stay in St Pamphile. As evening River from Baker Lake to the town of for fire prevention and fixing up the sites as winds down one ranger was in the showerAllagash. Went down with employees of needed. These trips have also allowed me to and one wise guy returns from the cellar afterNMW. This was a 3 day trip and got to see hear some great history from Al Cowperth- turning the hot water shut off. What a laugha lot of new area. This was right after ice we all had. Those were the good old days.out. Stopped at all campsites along river waite about the NMW. and did inspections on all. Was quite an Fire Prevention Message Fire Prevention Message Remember, we all have to work together to experience for me. Please make sure to extinguish any cooking preserve what we inherited from the previ- or heating fire. It only takes one mistake to ous generations. Let’s not forget the hard Fire Prevention Message work they have done. By continuing by theirIt is Illegal to Leave any Fire Unattended. ruin it for everyone. example, we will be able to proudly leave it for Please put all fires out. future generations. ROBBY GROSS, DISTRICT RANGER, LANCE MARTIN, DISTRICT RANGER, JOE MINTS, DISTRICT RANGER, MOOSEHEAD EAST BRANCH ALLAGASH 21 years of experience 29 years of experience 24 years of experience Favorite Memory Favorite Memory Favorite MemoryEnjoying the vast forest of the North Maine Helping with a 1000 acre fire in my back yard Listening to Al Cowperthwaite talk about the history of the St. John River watershed Woods and interacting with landowners, in the Town of Allagash on May 25, 1992. contractors, recreationists, and North and his early days working with MahlonMaine Woods staff to ensure the preserva- Fire Prevention Message Bither in the North Maine Woods. tion of the forest for future generations. A forest fire is like a runaway train, once it Fire Prevention Message is moving it is hard to stop and does a lot Fire Prevention Message of damage. Please prevent the start of any This Is God’s Country. Why Set It On Fire This won’t happen to me is a common and Make It Look Like Hell. perspective. You can never be too safe unauthorized and unwanted fires.when it comes to fire. Take the extra mo- www.northmainewoods.org | 11 ment and precautions to ensure your fireis safe when burning and that it is dead out before you leave.

FOUNDATIONAllagash Wilderness Waterway By Paul Johnson The Allagash Wilderness Waterway (AWW) winds north within the landscape of a working forest in northern Maine. The river corridor has a rich legacy, from its days as a principal travel and trade route for native people, through the lumber- ing days of the 19th and early 20th centuries, to its present status as a 92-mile state-administered unit of the National Wild and Scenic River System. Today we celebrate “The Allagash” for its outstanding wilderness experiences. It is indeed a cherished destination within the North Maine Woods for canoeists, kayakers, anglers, hunters, and nature enthusiasts. Due to limited State financial resources, the fact that the Waterway is not intend- ed for intensive visitor use, and the costs of conserving the natural areas of the Waterway and interpreting the natural and cultural character of the area, the Wa- terway’s mission and goals cannot be attained without supplemental resources. The Allagash Wilderness Waterway Foundation (AWWF) was created in 2012 as a non-profit corporation with a mission to enhance the wilderness character of the Waterway, protect its environment, preserve its historic and cultural values and foster knowledge and understanding of the Waterway. A volunteer organization, with no permanent staff, the Foundation works collaboratively with the Bureau of Parks and Lands and the AWW Advisory Council to raise funds from private and public sources to supplement, not replace, necessary state funding for the AWW. The AWWF is committed to preserving the Waterway’s wilderness character and the values it represents so that it will be cared for by future generations. To date the AWWF has funded projects including: youth initiatives to introduce St. John Valley youths to multi day trips on the Allagash, a comprehensive inventory and condition assessment of all AWW campsites, implementation of a work plan to restore and repair campsites and landings based on the priorities established in the assessment, purchase for the State of Maine the Lock Dam Lot, the only re- maining parcel of land within the AWW restricted zone not already owned by the State, and Phase 1 of Storied Lands and Waters, a comprehensive inventory and assessment of the cultural and historic resources within the AWW. The Butler Conservation Fund, the Davis Conservation Foundation, the Quimby Family Foundation, L.L. Bean, and private individuals have provided funding for these projects. Looking to the future, AWWF project priorities include completing the Storied Lands and Waters which includes Phase 2, the long-range interpretive plan stem- ming from Phase 1, and Phase 3, a school education program about the Allagash attuned to state curriculum requirements. In 2017, the Youth Initiative will be ex- panded to include two trips for St. John Valley students and one trip for students in the Millinocket area. The Foundation has a long-term goal of ensuring that every young person who lives in a gateway community to the area has the opportunity before s/he graduates from high school for a multi-day experience on the Allagash. As you enjoy your time in the North Maine Woods please consider that support from everyone interested in the Allagash Wilderness Waterway will preserve its wilderness character and the values it represents. More information about the AWWF and how you can help can be found at awwf.org.12 | www.northmainewoods.org

photo by Paul Johnson John's Bridge Memorial The Maine Division of the Society of American Foresters (SAF) dedicated a monument on Friday, July 22, 2016, to fourteen migrant workers who perished in a vehicle accident that occurred Sept. 12, 2002, when crossing the Allagash River at John’s Bridge in T9 R13 WELS in Piscataquis County. Placing the memorial at the accident site was not possible due to its location on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway. As an alternative, North Maine Woods made a site available at Six Mile Checkpoint on the American Realty Road in Garfield Plantation, west of Ashland, to allow completion of the project that began in 2002. The workers were from Honduras and Guatemala and were employed by Evergreen Forestry Co., a contractor working at the time on lands managed by Seven Islands Land Co. The service on July 22 dedicated a granite monument with the engraved names of the 14 men who died in the accident and the name of a lone survivor. Fund-raising efforts to establish a memorial were initiated in 2002 by members of the Student Chapter of the Society of American Foresters at the University of Maine, Orono. Seven Island Lands Co. contributed additional funds needed to complete the project. The memorial service was attended by members of the Maine Division of SAF, employees and other representatives of major land owners, employees of the Maine Department of Conservation and several migrant workers from Horizon For- estry LLC of Virginia, who employ H2B workers from Honduras that return each summer to work in the Maine woods. Two of the workers attending the memorial service on July 22, were related to workers who perished in the accident in 2002. Several speakers from the attending organizations made presentations at the memorial service. Deacon Al Burleigh and his wife Sonja from Catholic Charities of Maine in Houlton led the group in prayer and reflection. Kneeling, left to right: Angel Amaya, Marvin J. Sarabia, Juan Feo Amaya and Incan Moreno. Standing, left to right: Fredis Sarabia, Jose Hector Amaya, Carlos Acosta, Denis Otilio Mejia, Nilcel Mejia, Miguel A. Sarabia, Johny Ricardo Galvez, Darwin Velasquez and Reynaldo Martinez Moreno. Members of the Maine Division of the Society of American Foresters included, kneeling left to right: Kirby Ellis and Ron Lemin. Standing, left to right: Kris Hoffman, Ken Laustsen, Tony Filauro, Jessica Leahy and Laura Audibert. www.northmainewoods.org | 13

14 | www.northmainewoods.org Allagash Wilderness Waterway The Rules Ha or d Brook Big Rapids Access Fox Brook ohn River The rules governing the Allagash Wilderness Waterway Both summer and winter ac- were established to protect the Waterway and its users. St. J Eliza Hole ver Casey cess points to the AWW are These rules contain important information on several Brown Brook Rapids Rapids designated and managed. subjects, such as the limitations placed on the use of Please refer to the AWW rules boats, motors, canoes and authorized access points. Allagash RiWest Twi for the locations of authorized Please refer to the rules when planning your trip. For a East launch sites, hiking trails and copy of the rules, please contact: n Brook Gerald Brook winter access points. Northern Region Twin Brook Rapids Party Size Bureau of Parks and Lands 106 Hogan Road, Bangor, ME 04401 McKinnon Brook Twin Brook Groups of more than 12 per- Phone (207) 941-4014 Farm Br Spring Bank Rapids sons of any age, including trip leaders and/or guides, are pro- The Trip ook Finley McGargle Rocks hibited from traveling the Alla- Michaud Farm (1) Bogan Big Brook gash Wilderness Waterway or Ability, desire and time are among the most important camping at AWW campsites. factors to consider when planning the type of trip you Allagash wish to undertake. Some visitors will want to engage Falls For current water levels, visit a guide, outfitter or experienced canoeist. Others may http://waterdata.usgs.gov/me/ wish to arrange for float plane transportation into or maine.gov/AllagashWildernessWaterway McKinnon Brook Allagash RiBen Glazier Brook McKeen Brook McKeen nwis/current/?type=flow out of the Waterway. Info on outfitters, guides and float Ram Lake CFS (cubic feet per second) be- plane services is available from North Maine Woods. St. John R Bogan Brook ver Bass Brook say Brook low 500 means that the rocks Savage Brook Allagash Wilderness Waterway are starting to show. CFS The longest trip through the Waterway starts at Telos itaker Brook Burntland Brook Other Public Lands below 250 means that people Lake and ends at West Twin Brook, a distance of about Harding Brook Waterway Ranger Camp are searching for the channel 92 miles. This takes 7 to 10 days. It is wise to allow extra iver Canoe Access and dragging a lot. time, since some days strong winds make canoeing on Trailerable Boat Launch the large lakes very difficult. With extra time built into Croque Brook Musquacook Portage Along the Way your schedule, you will not be tempted to venture onto Ch Deadwater Waterway Campsites the lakes during dangerous conditions. ase Brook Lock Dam: The earthen dam (number of cells) was built in 1841 to divert the Shorter trips may be taken from Telos north to Churchill Gamash Brook Schedule Brook Round Pond Other Campsite flow of Chamberlain Lake water Dam, which is mostly lake, or from Umsaskis Lake to Rips Sporting Camp (private) into the East Branch of the Pe- West Twin Brook, which is mostly river. Fire Tower nobscot River. Wh agasRhapRiidvser Danger For a side trip, consider that three miles west of Lock Falls Dam lies the mouth of Allagash Stream. An experienced All (2.5 miles) Rapids canoeist can make the 6-mile trip with pole and paddle Town Line Round Musquacook S Parking Pond Henderson tream Bridge Sweeney Brook Henderson Br ChemqSturaesaambamticook Harvey ook Pond earway Brook Shepherd Brook Conner BroS Long First Lake ok Brook

ey Glazier Pond . Glazier Brook Musq Squirrel Brook Gr Hesse Brook The Tramway: The original ca- up this stream to the unforgettable solitude of Allagash isholm Brook uacook ble tramway was built in 1902- Lake. This lake and stream are closed to airplanes, mo- Second 1903 to transport logs from Ea- tors and mechanized equipment of any type. Only ca- N. Br gle Lake to Chamberlain Lake, a noes are permitted here. The Thoroughfare Glazier Brook Halfway Brook Lakes distance of three-quarters of a Umsaskis mile. At peak production, a half- The water level in the side streams, including Allagash Third million board feet of logs were Stream, is highly variable. There may be a lack of ad- Lake handled in a single day. equate flow of water for canoeing, especially late in the season. Very early in the season, flows may be too heavy Drake Brook Ch Abandoned Railroad: The to canoe. Eagle Lake and Umbazooksus Priestly Rapids Allagash River Fourth Railroad was built in 1925-1926 A short portage from Lock Dam will take you along Lake Fifth and hauled 125,000 cords of the traditional route with a 12-mile paddle across Ea- pulpwood each year from Eagle gle Lake, a 2-mile run through the thoroughfare, and 5 Rapids Clear to Umbazooksus Lake. more miles of lake to Churchill Dam. Below the dam is Lake a 9-mile trip through Chase Rapids, dropping into Um- McCluskey Brook ook Harrow Lake Chase Rapids: The most taxing saskis Lake. Chase Rapids is famed for its “whitewater” Little Harro Br Pleasant stretch of water on the Allagash canoeing. It takes an experienced person in the stern, Churchill Lake extends between Churchill Dam able to guide a canoe through the rocks when water is w and Umsaskis Lake. The 9-mile running high. On bright days after 2:00 pm, canoeists Pond course through the rips can will experience considerable glare from the sun as they Chase Rapids be a high point for whitewater run the rips. Sunglasses help. canoe enthusiasts. Portage ser- Heron vice is available for this stretch The trip across Umsaskis Lake to the thoroughfare at Lake of white water. Long Lake is 5 miles long. Here the private American Realty Road crosses the Waterway. Churchill Bro Pleasant Stream Camping Fees: Under 10 Another 5 miles through Long Lake will carry you into ok Churchill Spider Lake years of age is free. $6.00 the 10-mile run downriver to Round Pond, which is 3 Thoroughfar Lake miles wide. e Brook N. Twin Brook per night per person for res- An 18-mile paddle to Allagash Falls, a third of a mile por- Upper Clarkson S. Twin Broo k idents. $12.00 per night per tage, and a run of 8 miles will bring you to West Twin Russell Pond Brook. Pond person for non-residents. Otter B West Twin Brook is the end of the Allagash Wilderness Round TLwakine Plus a 9% lodging tax. Waterway, but many prefer to continue another 5 miles Pond rook to Allagash Village at the confluence of the St. John and Allagash Rivers. It is about 15 miles downriver to St. Lower Russell Brook Cli Francis and another 15 miles to Fort Kent. Russell Lake Pond Water levels vary throughout the season, but there is usually good recreational water for all types of canoe- Narrow Pond Soper Brook ists from May through October. Mile Pond Russell Soper Cove Pond Mile Broo k Allagash Eagle Lake mith Brook Stream Johnson Allagash Otter Little S Pond Lake Pond Round Leadbetter Pond Poland Haymock Lake Pond Little Little Allagash Round Leadbetter Pond Falls Pond Ciss Stream Upper Little MartinIndian Woodman Caucomgomoc Ellis Ellis Cove Pond Lake Pond Pond Stream Woodman Brook Little Indian Pond Shallow Little Chamberlain Lake Indian Lake Pond Ellis Brook Ellis Bog Leadbetter Brook h Brook Pond Lost Pond Daggett Shallow Pond Lake Mud Brook Umbazooksus Lake Cuxabe Arm of Chamberlain S mit Mud ack Pond Pond Kellogg Brook Chamberlain Bridgewww.northmainewoods.org | 15 Longley Round Co eelos Webster Lake Pond Pond Pond Bl Midnight Pond Umbazooksus Stream Telos Lake Midnight B rook xis Lake Chesuncook Lake

Plnaenxnt Ginegneforrathetion George B. Dunn, son of In1839, the Aroostook War was at its height. Without an es-original Dunn landowner, tablished or defined international border between Maine and New Brunswick, there were enough tensions between Elbridge Gerry Dunn the increasing number of American settlers along the Aroostook Riv- er and the Canadians along the St. John River that an outright armed confrontation was expected. Troops from the District of Maine were sent to build fortifications in Fort Fairfield and Fort Kent, along what they considered to be American points of interest. The tensions were rooted in the lumbering industry and the long- held practice of cutting wood in the Aroostook, Allagash and Fish River drainages, and driving that wood to mills in St. John, New Brunswick without paying tariffs and using Canadian labor. The situ- ation got to the point that President Martin Van Buren sent General Winfield Scott to Augusta with authority to negotiate a peace or lead the nation to war (Maine Memory Network). The lead carpenter for the Fort Fairfield blockhouse was Elbridge Gerry Dunn. Dunn originated from the Mount Vernon area of Ken- nebec County where his father was a farmer, carpenter and tavern keeper. One of nine children, he moved to Fredericton in 1833 where he worked with his younger brother, Peter, who was also a carpenter. As an American living in Fredericton as hostilities picked up, he de- cided to take on the blockhouse project and get back firmly on the American side of the undefined border. He was well paid for his work and moved up the Aroostook River to the confluence of the Big Machias River in what is now Ashland, expanding the abandoned Dalton Farm. He used his payment to be- gin purchasing tracts of timberland that were being auctioned off by the State. Generally unsurveyed, purchasing woodlands was a speculative risk that led many into quick bankruptcies. Yet by 1850, E.G. Dunn had crews cutting timber along the Aroostook River wa- tershed. The crews would drive the wood down the Aroostook, into the St. John River to Dunn’s mill in St. John, New Brunswick. In 1870, he purchased a different mill in Carleton, New Brunswick across the river from the city of St. John. He increased his land holdings pushing deep into the woods to the headwaters of the St.16 | www.northmainewoods.org

Left photo: Fifth generation Dunndescendant, Robert W. Sawyer IV and his son, Robert W. Sawyer V. Right photo: Sixth generation Dunn descendant Bob Sawyer V with his wife Amanda and children, Darius and Chance.John River and along the Allagash River. In a list- ing him if he would consider becoming the manager of their wood-ing of landowners who helped pay for the California lands, which they intended to call The Great Northern.Road, a long trail leading from the New Brunswickborder, through Ashland, across the Musquacook, The favorite family story of G.B. has nothing to do with his businessAllagash, and St. John at Seven Islands, E.G. Dunn acumen. Instead, it has to do with personal tenacity. As the storywas a prominent contributor enabling him to reach his now far flung goes, a tree had blown down across a tote road and, as was done atoperations. that time, G.B. and another man took up axes and timed their swings to get the job done quicker. The other man reached into his swingAn 1889 list of major sawmills in St. John lists Dunn’s mill as #8 with just a bit too much and sliced G.B. across the torso. G.B. insisted they90 hands employed behind other American land and mill owners in- get back to the logging camp they had come from and not go out to acluding Stetson Cutler, Miller & Woodman, Andre Cushing, and S.T. doctor in town. He personally stitched himself up and after a coupleKing & sons. Dunn’s mill was adjacent to Cushing’s and the infamous of days, they continued on their way.John Goddard’s sawmills. Cushing and Dunn would become looseassociates of sorts when their children, George B. Dunn and Lucinda G.B outlived his children but had a grandson that had been groomedR. Cushing, married. as his successor. George C. “Pete” Sawyer graduated from Dart- mouth College in 1932. An outdoorsman through and through, heGeorge and his brother, E.G. Jr, joined in the lumbering business with returned home to the family farm in Ashland from a job as a Parktheir father and eventually assumed the business when the elder E.G. Ranger in Alaska. Pete saw the family lands through a major transi-passed at the age of 88. George was born at the family farm, was ed- tion as independent sawmills took the place of landowner owned saw-ucated in Ashland before going to Houlton Academy (which became mills and through two rounds of spruce budworm epidemics. He sawRicker Classical Institute) and Massachusetts Technical Institute. He the start of mechanization as skidders and chainsaws replaced horseworked in the St. John mill, as well as in the woods and on the farm. teams and axes and was instrumental in creating the Ashland LoggingAt the time, a landowner had to have a mill. The economic system Museum as a way to preserve the history of logging in the area.wasn’t in place as it is today to have a sawmill buying wood from alandowner; the landowner had to have his own mill in place to be Pete made the call to heavily clear-cut a hardwood ridge during theable to ensure there was a way to turn his logs into boards. war years. At that time, hardwood was not harvested as heavily as it is today and it was a curiosity to those who came after as to why theGeorge was a strong businessman who built on his father’s success ridge had been so heavily cut. Those particular logs went to becomeand became prominent within the larger community, serving on the the gliders that carried troops into Normandy on D-Day. One of theboard of directors for the Presque Isle, Houlton and Ashland Nation- first commissioners of the Land Use Regulation Commission (nowal banks until his death at the age of 93. E.G. Jr. was also extensively Land Use Planning Commission), Pete sought to marry landownerinvolved with the family business but passed at the much younger interests with the growing environmental movement. Pete’s style ofage of 44. Together, the two formed the Dunn Brothers company land management was often considered to be well ahead of his timeand established a thriving supply store on the main street of Ashland.During this time, their names are tied to improvements along the All- continued on page 18agash River, including building a wing dam at the top of Allagash Falls.The brothers saw the markets transition from pine to spruce. G.B.’sreputation was such that an upstart company sent him a letter ask- www.northmainewoods.org | 17

Wayne Bosowicz MAINE MASTER GUIDEMany famous guides plied their trade in the Although music and film celebrities, politicians, editors, writers and captains of industryNorth Maine Woods (NMW) in the past several were frequently his guests, they received the same Wayne as the school teacher fromcenturies. NMW maintains a list of over 100 Pennsylvania or the autoworker from Detroit. He’d look them in the eye, grab their hand,guiding services that operate in the region to- and say “How in the world are you? Pull up a stump and let’s talk bear.”day. Wayne Bosowicz will be remembered bymany people as one of the top guides of the Wayne was very well known and respected in the hunting world. He was the subject of20th century. numerous magazine articles over the years and the featured speaker at many hunting shows and forums. Wayne wasWayne recently passed away following a long very active in building and maintaining strong relation-battle with cancer, after having guided in the ships between Maine’s hunting community and land-Maine woods for most of his 73 years. He was owners. He was a founding member of the Maineborn in Massachusetts an iron worker, then set Professional Guides Association and the Mainehis sights on becoming a bear hunting guide. Sportsman’s/Forest Landowner Alliance.Wayne and his wife Donna settled in Sebec,Maine in the early 1970s and began building a Wayne was also a man of faith. He believed in theworld class hunting operation known as FoggyMountain Guide Service. Bible and its promises for him, both in life and inKnown as the “Dean of Black Bear Guides,” eternity. He experienced daily the wondrous beau-Wayne combined a vast, hands-on knowledgeof bear and bear habitat with natural people ty of God’s creation in the big woods of theskills in a way that allowed him to make a hunt-ing trip at Foggy Mountain not only a success- KI Jo-Mary region and West Branch offul hunt, but an experience to remember for alifetime. the Penobscot and saw it in the lives of the bear he knew so well. GUIDESERVICE R He leaves behind his wife Donna, f2og0g7y-m5o6un4t-a3in4.c0o4m daughter Laurie and her husband Richard Bingham, son Jason and wife Angelina and their families. Next generation The course of time in a family owned timberland paces itself slowly. The decisions made on Dunn Timberlands are not made for today’s benefit or even tomorrow’s. continued from page 17 They’re made with the firm notion that there will be another generation who will appreciate the land. G.B. Dunn drew a block around a cold, clear bubbling spring on and particularly environmentally conscious. Pete put consider- a crude map over 100 years ago and called it the spring lot. Today, his great, great, able thought into what was roughly termed as ‘scientific forestry’ great grandsons drink from that same spring with the hope that, some day, one of that today we would call sustainable forestry. them, or one of their children, will find their life’s ambition among the spruce trees, flowing waters, and dusty roads that represent our northern forests and the Dunn As with his grandfather and great grandfather, Pete understood Timberlands ownership. that he would need a successor as his 41 years of being the man- ager drew to a close. His own children opted to pursue other Bob Sawyer IV careers leaving the door open to his nephew, Robert W. Sawyer taught local IV. Bob took up the gauntlet of the family land and guided the school children decisions through the more current events of the era – a spruce about forest budworm infestation; the dissolving of the idea that landowners harvesting. needed to spread their risk among townships; the consolidation of lands as family interests changed; the need to manage rec- reation on industrial ownership; the change from skidders and chainsaws to fellerbunchers, processors and forwarders; and to approach timber harvesting with sustainability in mind. With 34 years of dedication to the land, Bob in turn trained his son Robert W. Sawyer V to be the spokesperson for the land and the family.18 | www.northmainewoods.org

LiDARA MULTITUDE OF USES IN FORESTRYBy Chris Huston, Irving Woodlands 90% of the roads final location without stepping out of the of- fice and in a fraction of the time. A computer model can offerWhat is it? LiDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Rang- routes based on business rules and build a three dimensionaling, is a remote sensing method that uses light in the form of profile of a road, which provides for operational efficiencies asa pulsed laser to measure distances against a known location. the road is being cut and built. This planner can now spend theFor a forestry application, this is typically performed by fly- time on that road looking at the last 10% of the most importanting a plane with a highly accurate gps unit on board, which variables for environmental and economic consideration. Thelogs very specific latitude and longitude, as well as a detailed stream crossings that cannot be avoided can be sized to theelevation to form your “known location.” Laser pulses are most advanced engineering models available, as the drainageshot towards the earth, and when the sensor receives a re- area is extremely accurate. The benefits gained both environ-turn or bounce back of the laser, the distance is calculated mentally and economically, revolutionize this process.by using the speed of light. In addition to that initial return,a subsequent set of returns are calculated which generates From an inventory perspective, revolutionary isn’t a strongmillions of highly accurate locations with X,Y and Z coordi- enough word to illustrate the impact that LiDAR has had. Itnates also known as a point cloud. This differs from just an essentially provides a three dimensional image of the forest,XY coordinate, such as latitude/longitude, because it has the which can then be measured and categorized. Previous aerialZ coordinate which allows for a three dimensional location. It imagery was coupled with an intensive ground survey to groupis kind of like standing in a spot and marking it with a gps and stands with similar characteristics to estimate forest inventory.then using a rangefinder to see how far away everything is and This was fairly accurate on the big picture. It is now a threecomputing all of that information. Once all of those points are dimensional measurement of the stand that is confirmed withcompiled into the point cloud, the sky is the limit with how to a light sampling effort to authenticate the data. The user caninterpret that data and the products that can be generated. then decide what level of detail works best for their application and stands can be grouped at multiple levels, going all the wayWhy is this important in forestry? LiDAR is a tool that land down to an individual tree level if so desired. Accurate mea-managers and foresters are finding to be extremely helpful in surements including, but not limited to tree height, diameters,many of their decisions. For instance, when a road is planned, volumes and live crown ratios are available with LiDAR data andmuch effort is put into making sure that the road goes in the a trained user.correct location. This means factoring in all sorts of environ-mental considerations and constraints, and many operational The forest industry is changing, but it is far from dying as somerules and considerations. Forest inventory management has reports have labeled it. Rather it is reinventing itself at a ratehistorically proven to be a challenge. Picture how tough it is that has surpassed many people’s expectations. The future willfor retail stores to know exactly what is on the shelf at any undoubtedly hold its challenges, but the better prepared andgiven time, then consider managing a forest. Products grow the more information available in the industry, the easier thoseover time, have a “shelf life” for when they are merchantable, challenges will prove. There is a huge resource here in Mainedozens of environmental constraints, and spread across mil- and that in and of itself is not something to take lightly.lions of acres of land. These are just a few of the challenges oftimber management. www.northmainewoods.org | 19Some of the products derived from LiDAR, that have provento be extremely beneficial for these managers include, but arenot limited to; Hillshade Modeling (removes all trees and veg-etation to show the ground beneath), Digital Elevation Model(shows exact ground heights and slopes), Canopy HeightModel (shows the tree canopy heights), as well as a wholegamut of enhanced forest inventory metrics (relative to treesize and volume).From the road building perspective, a road planner, with an el-evation model accurate to within inches, can now accomplish

obinson Lumber Company first started operations in the St. when he was sixteen. Rock rakes were not common then and it was Pamphile, Maine region in the 1930s. William Robinson was of painstaking work walking for miles behind the equipment picking up rocks and throwing them to the roadside. Since Bruce’s start besideRRussian descent and settled in Estcourt (Pohenegamook), Que- his father in 1975, he has seen a lifetime of changes in the woods from horses twitching logs, horses pulling steel sleds of wood, to tractors,bec in his early years. He was well known for his ability to pick apart log then skidders, and now mechanical harvesting. He remembers skiddersjams during river drives on streams and rivers. One dry spring he was first arriving in 1967.asked to help free log jams along the St. John River in northern Maine.After he worked that drive he decided to stay in that area settling in St. When asked what his father taught him, Bruce mentioned learning thatPamphile which was a settlement on the Maine and Quebec border. He you can control some things but for those that you cannot control youcreated the first driving dam on the Big Black River and was in charge have to adjust to deal with them. “Take the weather for example. Youof many log drives from there to Van Buren in the 1940s. It was at this can’t change it so you learn your way around it. In our situation, thattime that Bill started his own logging company working with area land- means getting equipment that has traction and maneuverability, so evenowners to harvest wood. In addition to working in the Maine woods, Bill under very adverse conditions we can continue operations.”Robinson also was appointed the customs officer for the St. Pamphileborder crossing. Repairs are another area that can affect not just your profits but also your existence in business. “We believe in the difference between theWilfrid “Willie” Marquis moved to St. Pamphile from Baker Brook, New cost of purchase and the cost of ownership, and that philosophy hasBrunswick in 1944 and went to work for Bill Robinson, eventually worked helped us reduce the expense of repairs and the headache of downtime,his way up to be Bill’s manager. Willie purchased the business from Bill which are luxuries that nobody in the business can afford.”in 1960. He married Frieda Bernard and they had seven children: Billie,Jessie, Linda, Jackie, Bruce, Judy and Darlene. Robinson Lumber’s equipment fleet currently includes two grapple skid- ders, two delimbers, one feller buncher, plus road construction equip-Son Bruce started working with his father at a young age. Bruce says that ment. “Even though my father was very conservative in his spendingone of his less favorite jobs was picking rocks behind the road grader Lumber Company RobinsonBruce Marquis and his truck20 | www.northmainewoods.org

and taught me never to spend money that I didn’t already have, he al- And while equipment has changed, the value of a contractor’s reputationways insisted that getting the right equipment was the right thing to do.” has remained the same. “We’re in it together. The landowners have aThey stick to a very strict preventative maintenance schedule perform- big responsibility, and as a contractor, we carry part of the burden too,ing a lot of the work on site with their own staff which greatly reduces as more people come into the woods, including recreational visitors likerepair expenses. One major change over the past few years is that most campers, hunters, snowmobile riders, we are all under public scrutiny.”maintenance tasks now require a computer to check on the equipment’soperational status. Today the Robinson Lumber Company office is still located next to the Maine-Quebec border and is within sight of the U.S. and Canadian Cus-In addition to having up- to- date equipment, Bruce also lists his employ- toms offices. Bruce’s sister Jackie Marquis manages the office. Theyees as a key element of their operation. “My father was a true believer in currently have a staff of twelve to fifteen people and hire a number oftreating people as you would want to be treated yourself, and he never independent contractors to help them with operations.let me forget that golden rule.” Equipment operator safety and comfortremain a number one priority and this is taken into consideration every Looking at what the future may bring to the contractors of northerntime they purchase equipment. This is important for people who spend Maine, Bruce comments on how professional forest management has tak-ten or twelve hours working on their own deep in the woods. “You do en hold across the board. Landowners as well as contractors understandit because you care about your employees and because it makes good that their tomorrow depends on the way they treat the forest today. “Thebusiness sense. Equipment that is state -of -the- art with safety and future of our business is in our hands. We are committed to working thecomfort features will increase an operator’s production level.” forest as if it was our own, with concern for the forest environment. If we don’t manage it right, it won’t reproduce well in the future.”Bruce says mechanical harvesting has been a good change allowing aprocessor operator to selectively cut what is required for a specific tract While this article was developed after interviewing Bruce and Jackie Mar-such as only harvesting fir and leaving spruce. Processors and forward- quis, some details were taken from a 2006 article written by Dean Swartzers have helped extend the season allowing operations to continue with- for The Northern Logger & Timber Processor Magazine.out damaging the ground even in wet conditions.In Business For Nearly 80 Years Bruce and Jackie Marquis Center photo: Steve Hafford and Martin Taggett www.northmainewoods.org | 21

Penobscot River Comfortable Campsites Leisurely Flat Water Exciting Rapids Upper West Branch Big Eddy to Ambejejus is mixed flat water and rapids with several falls and stretches of heavy rapids. Canoe groups who wish to run the Lower The Upper West Branch and Lobster Lake area offer pleasant canoe- West Branch should be experienced and use extreme caution due to the ing and camping. Canoeing groups usually put in at Roll Dam Campsite, many rapids and falls. Several portages are also required. Refer to the Penobscot Farm or Lobster Lake. It is a leisurely three day trip to Umba- AMC Canoe Guide. zooksus Stream or five to seven day trip to the take out at the former site of Chesuncook Dam. Paddlers encounter quick water only from Big Campsites Island to Little Ragmuff and (at very low water) Rocky Rips. Lobster Lake is a popular camping spot for canoeing and fishing groups. Groups us- Camping is allowed only at sites designated by the Bureau of Parks and ing Lobster Lake should be aware that high winds can cause dangerous Lands. All sites are primitive, many accessible only by watercraft. All sites waves. Caution is recommended in the use of small watercraft. have a fire ring, table and outhouse. Fire permits are not required; how- ever, fires must be contained in fireplaces provided, fire pans or por- Chesuncook Lake table stoves. Visitors are limited to no more than 7 consecutive nights. The Bureau of Parks and Lands may authorize an extension on a day to Chesuncook Lake is the third largest lake in the state, with a flowage day basis. Tents or other equipment cannot be left unoccupied on any length of 29 miles. High winds can cause dangerous waves. Be careful. site more than one night and sites must be vacated by noon on the last Chesuncook Village is a popular stopping spot for canoe groups. In by- day of the permit. If you are not interested in primitive camping there gone days, the village had over 100 year-round residents, a school, post are commercial campgrounds and camps in the West Branch area. office, stores, church, hotel, boarding house and an organized town gov- ernment. Today the village boasts two sporting camps, a modest store, Camping Fees: Under 10 years of age is free. $6.00 per night per several seasonal camps and a church that has Sunday services during June, July and August. person for residents. $12.00 per night per person for non-resi- Lower West Branch dents. Plus a 9% lodging tax. The Lower West Branch offers easy access for camping and fishing Organized Groups groups. The “Golden Road” is a primary land management road used for the transportation of forest products and runs parallel to the river for 10 Groups of more than 30 people are prohibited. Groups of more than miles from Abol to Ripogenus Dam. Ripogenus Dam to Big Eddy contains 12 people are restricted to using designated group campsites. Group very severe rapids runable only by an experienced team in a whitewa- campsites are marked by a on the map. Trip leaders of boys and ter craft. It is recommended that groups wishing to run the Lower West girls camps licensed by the Department of Human Services are required Branch make arrangements with a whitewater rafting company. by law to obtain a permit from the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife in advance of the trip.22 | www.northmainewoods.org

Conservation Easements photos by PRC staffIn 1981 the Department of Conservation, Bureau of Parks and Lands ac-cepted a perpetual Conservation Easement from Great Northern PaperCompany. The easement encompasses 8,090 acres along the shores ofthe East and West Branch of the Penobscot River and Lobster Lake (ap-prox. 12 miles of the lake frontage and 67 miles of river). The easementtransfers to the State of Maine substantial development rights and givesthe State the right to regulate and manage recreation activities within 500feet of the high water mark. The recreation management plan calls on theBureau of Parks and Lands to maintain and enhance present recreationalopportunities and maintain the natural character of the corridor. In 2002the Department of Conservation, Bureau of Parks and Lands accepteda renewable Conservation Easement of limited duration on portions ofChesuncook and Ripogenus Lakes and Brandy and Black Ponds fromBrookfield Power. The easement protects 2,365 acres and 80 miles oflake frontage from development and gives the State the right to managerecreational activities within 250 feet of the high water mark. www.northmainewoods.org | 23

FoTrHEest Products Industry IS REINVENTING ITSELF by Patrick Strauch, Executive Director, Maine Forest Products Council Maine’s forest products industry certainly has reached a turning point, but there’s more to talk about than closed pulp and paper mills and biomass energy plants. Technology and changing demands have transformed the global market, but also created opportunities. Our long-awaited and much-discussed “roadmap” for Maine’s forest economy is under construction now and it has a new name: the Forest Economic Growth Initiative.24 | www.northmainewoods.org

The overall goal of the project is to identify Maine’s forest product market capa- annually, according to industry analyst Brian McClay of Montreal. Sobilities and competitiveness, and quantify Maine’s future wood supply, so we can why are the mills along the Penobscot gone, leaving a pulp wooddevelop a Vision & Roadmap for Maine’s future forest products economy. The market gap of about 20 percent or 2 million tons? It’s because of aresults will encourage private investment in industrial, commercial, and other fundamental change in the marketplace.economic development in this important regional industry. Smaller mills that haven’t specialized and produce less thanAs proposed, this project would cost $2.4 million over three 200,000 tons annually are closing not only in the U.S.,years. Phase 1 funding from the U.S. Economic Develop- but in Canada and other countries. Although Chi-ment Administration (EDA) has been granted, and an na has hardly any forest resources, it account-MTI grant will provide the 20 percent matching funds. ed for 26 percent of global consumptionAn application for Phase 2 funding will be submitted and production of paper and paperboard,to EDA in fall 2017. and 93 percent of the growth in demand for pulp in the past decade, McClay said.The project will be guided by a 10-12 person execu- Massive pulp mills, some producing 2 mil-tive committee, comprised of the four forest indus- lion tons annually, are opening around thetry organizations (Maine Forest Products Council, world to meet China’s demand. Add in theSmall Woodland Owners of Maine, the Professional strong U.S. dollar and it’s not surprising small-Logging Contractors and Biobased Maine), the Maine er paper/pulp mills find it hard to compete.Forest Service, the University of Maine, and thesubcommittee chairs. Six teams of experts are Maine’s larger mills are diversifying asaddressing global markets and benchmarking, quickly as our capital intensive in-wood fiber availability, business needs and dustry allows. Much of the globalopportunities, transportation infrastruc- growth is in tissue, such as toiletture, combined heat and power plants and paper and paper towels. That’semerging technologies. Some of the exciting why Woodland Pulp in Baileyvilleemerging technologies are biofuels, nano- invested $120 million in two tissuecellulose, wood sugars, composites and cross machines. Markets for packaginglaminated timbers. and specialty papers are growing, too, so those products have beenFindings will be integrated into a summary docu-ment that outlines recommendations to build a added in Madawaska, Skowhegan, West-strong, long-term forest industry. A marketing effort brook, Jay and Rumford. In February, Sappiwill also be developed to showcase strengths and attract announced a $165 million investment at itscapital investment and connect prospects to business re- Skowhegan mill to upgrade a paper machine tosources in Maine. expand both capacity and capability to produce a variety of consumer packaging products.Why should you care about our industry? First, becausewhether you live in rural, urban or suburban Maine, the In the solid wood sector, our sawmills are wellforest economy’s estimated 2016 impact of $8.5 billion capitalized. Irving opened its Ashland mill inand 33,538 jobs matter. Second, forest landowners are es- 2014 because of the anticipated increase insential to Maine’s tourism industry because most adhere to housing starts. It is already expanding its kiln ca-a unique Maine tradition – allowing public access for recre- pacity. The Huber and Louisiana Pacific panel facili-ation on millions of acres of forestland. ties are hiring more staff to meet demand.Another reason to care is the industry’s sustainability efforts, including Our biomass energy sector (including wood pellets) has8.3 million acres certified as sustainably managed by independent, third-party been affected by lower costs for oil and natural gas, creating marketauditors, one of the highest percentages in the nation. An important measure of uncertainty for almost 2 million tons. A biomass bill passed by thesustainable management is the relationship between how much timber is grown Maine legislature in 2016 is a two-year stopgap plan to help loggersand how much is harvested. In 2015, estimated growth exceeded harvest by 55 who were hit with loss of markets, while lasting solutions are sought.percent, the highest level since 1971, just before our forests were devastated by Loggers, landowners and sawmills depend on biomass fuel outletsspruce budworm. for their sawdust and bark, so they’re working together to revive these important markets.Finally, Maine is still a great place for a forest industry. Our state has incredibleassets that will only become more valuable as the world’s population increases. The global economy is evolving rapidly and there are clearly many challenges ahead, but Maine’s forest products industry is reinventingNow to everyone’s second question: What the heck is going on in our paper sec- itself to meet them.tor? Globally, paper/paperboard is still a growth industry, increasing 1.7 percent www.northmainewoods.org | 25

Moose Hunt Memories by Sarah Maxcy When I first received the news that I had been selected for the 2016 Maine Moose Hunt, I couldn’t believe it. Feeling a little guilty after having only entered for 3 years, I knew this was going to be a very special trip; a possible once in a lifetime trip. For years, my father-in-law, Richard, has been speaking of Dave Conley and his wonderful Canoe the Wild guide service. He strongly suggested we give Dave a call and get signed up immediately for a moose hunt. After months of preparation, September 25th was finally here! We had the trucks prepped and ready to roll to the North Maine Woods, a place I had ac- tually never been to after being a midcoast Maine native my whole 31 years. Sunday afternoon my husband and I met Dave and his crew, the husband and wife team of Judy and Elbridge Cleaves. They are two very down to earth people who worked that whole week to make our living experience comfortable. And that it was! Meals were prepared perfectly every day, breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert (one was a cake for all 3 of our birthdays that week!). Monday started out bright and early, 4 am to be exact. Breakfast was a feast, which we needed to fuel our- selves for how much we were on foot that day! Day one consisted of seeing 4 cows, enough for me to feel like this trip was going to be a success no matter what day we got a bull. About 10 minutes before legal hunting ended, we had the most heart pounding moment with a bull interacting back and forth with us just out of sight. I would say the most interesting way of calling a moose is when you take a canoe paddle and rake it against tree branches to act like you are challenging a bull. Tuesday proved again this would be a great trip. I finally had my first bull sighting, starting by witnessing a cow and then watching the bull follow her was incredible. Getting off the roads and hiking deep into the North Maine Woods proved to be worth it, being on foot, tracking, calling and then having interactions like you would never believe proved to be memorable. Wednesday was most certainly entertaining with one bull being called right in front of us (not our trophy) and the end of the day another monster, but just not the best shot considering it came out of the woods with branches all over itself, quite a humorous sight. Thursday, September 29th finally came after a long, strenuous but amazing week so far, it was Richard’s birthday. At legal hunting time, a little too dark to hit the thick woods, we decided to walk the road. With Dave calling, we had a bull interested. We called him in for what seemed like 40 seconds; it happened to be about 40 minutes. The trophy bull stepped out directly in front of us and with husband, Jon, by my side, I finally took my first shot with him backing me up with the second. We did it! A majestic bull moose. A moment in my life I will most certainly never forget. The moose fell about 30 yards from the road, thank God! Now the real work begins. Once all of our picture taking was complete, Judy and Elbridge were reached with the satellite phone and they arrived soon after. Being the expert, Dave, with our help, quartered the moose. We then dragged the moose quarters out on jet sleds, and humorously, Jon carried the head out with a backpack, perfect for another photo-op! Plans for the day were made. We headed back to camp, cleaned up, packed some dinner for the road and then headed to the tagging station in Ashland, 80 miles east of camp. The famous Gateway Variety was an experience in itself, seeing numerous trucks coming in with their trophies. The day came and went, successfully tagging, going to the butcher, and driving all 80 miles back to camp. Finally, I got to sleep-in the following day, which happened to be my birthday! Coffee, breakfast and stories were consumed that next morning. We were able to enjoy another beautiful day in the North Maine Woods. Camp was better than I had imagined. The trip was better than I had imagined. And well… the moose meat is what you would imagine... amazing! If you ever get selected for a Maine moose permit, I highly suggest Dave Conley being your first phone call! Or maybe for a canoe trip down the Allagash with Dave. That’s my family’s next adventure!26 | www.northmainewoods.org

n an age when many people are concerned about where their food comes from, more people are looking towards wild game as a food source that is less likely to be raised using chemicals and I steroids. Maine’s black bear provide a healthy alternative. Here is information to help prepare wild bear meat for the table. It's most important to know that bear meat spoils much faster than deer or moose if it isn’t cared for properly in the field. Bears should not be left in the woods overnight and should be dressed and cooled down as soon as possible. One way to be prepared is to have ice available to cool down a bear after it has been skinned and quartered and refrigerate as soon as possible. It is also wise to remove as much fat as possible. Here are some favorite recipes from the experts who know how to properly prepare bear meat.WILD BEAR a healfotohdychoice Bear Meat Chili Barbeque Bear Roast Game Meat Italian Sausage Eleanor Goodman Linda Goodman Eleanor Goodman North Country Lodge North Country Lodge North Country Lodge 2 lbs ground bear meat 5 lb well-trimmed bear roast 2 lbs well-trimmed bear, moose ½ lb ground pork ½ cup catsup or venison 2 medium onions 1 tsp salt 2 minced bell peppers ½ tsp celery salt (or seed) 1 lb pork butt 2 - 1 lb cans stewed tomatoes ¼ cup brown sugar packed ½ lb mozzarella cheese ½ tsp garlic powder ½ cup white sugar 2 minced garlic cloves 2 tsp salt 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp fennel seeds 1/2 tsp pepper 1 tsp mustard 1 tbsp salt 4 tsp chili powder 1/3 cup vinegar ½ tsp fresh ground pepper 2 tsp brown sugar 1 cup water 1 tsp finely chopped or crushed ½ cup maple syrup 1 tsp tabasco sauce Place roast in roasting pan, cook in red chili peppers 1 can beer 425 degree oven for 20 minutes. Turn oven to 350 degrees for the remainder Crush garlic cloves and fennel seeds; Brown meat lightly in heavy skillet. cooking time of 3 hours. Pour sauce blend with salt and pepper. AddRemove meat. Sauté onions and pep- meat along with red pepper andpers in skillet, then add cooked meat. over roast and baste frequently. mix thoroughly. Grind game meatSauté for 5 minutes. Place mixture in and pork butt using hamburg disk.a large pot, add tomatoes, seasoning Sauce: combine ingredients, bring Combine ground meat, shredded to boil over medium heat, stirring and blend well. Simmer 2-3 hours frequently. Simmer 8 minutes. Serve cheese and spices. Mix thoroughly. in covered pot. To thin add tomato with rice or noodles using sauce. Fill casings using a sausage stuffer. juice, to thicken add flour. Serves 6-8. www.northmainewoods.org | 27

Bear Shanks Bear Butter Joe Saltalamachia Randy CrossBear shanks are the lower part of the legs (especially the front Another underutilized resource is bear grease or, as I prefer to call it, bear butter.legs) and are often ground for burger or used for stew if con- This can be easily produced by frying out slabs of fresh bear fat that has been cutsumed at all. They’re delicious! into cubes. It helps speed up the process if you deeply score the slab every quarter inch before you cube it into about 1 inch or smaller squares.Season shanks with kosher salt and pepper ahead, then dustlightly with flour. In a Dutch oven, fry four slices of bacon until I start with a little water and cook uncovered on low heat. After the cubes havecrisp. Remove the bacon for later use. Add a bit more oil to turned into cracklings, they float to the top of the oil. Just pour off the hot oilthe pan and brown the shanks on all sides. Remove the shanks through a coffee filter and allow to cool and you have bear butter. The cracklings areto a plate. good when eaten fresh out of the hot oil with salt and are much like fried pork rinds.Dice two medium carrots, two shallots and one medium onion. This butter was used in place of lard in the old days and is supposed to produce theAdd the veggies to the pan and sauté until onions are translu- best pie crusts. Homemade donuts are excellent when fried in bear butter and itcent. Add one cup of red wine (cheap cabernet works best) to makes good popcorn. I've used it in place of vegetable oil or shortening with goodthe veggies and continue cooking. Scrape the bits off the bot- results. Works good for browning moose or deer meat for example.tom of the pan. Cook for five minutes to allow the alcohol tocook off. Add the shanks to the top of the veggies. Add beef There are many non-consumptive uses of this product as well, such as to make soap,broth until the shanks are nearly covered in liquid. Crumble softening hardened dry leather, or as a patch lubricant for cold weather muzzle-the bacon on top of the meat. Add three sprigs of fresh thyme loading to name a few. It keeps well either in the fridge or in the freezer.and two sprigs of fresh rosemary on top. Cover the dish andplace into a preheated 350 degree oven. Cook for three hours Bear Ribsor until the shanks can be pulled apart with a fork. Randy CrossWhen done, remove the thyme and rosemary sprigs. Pull themeat out and use an emulsifying blender to purée the remain- Mix Worcestershire sauce, cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, salt, spices and watering veggies and liquid into a gravy. This can be thickened with – the amounts of each are not important and this mixture can be altered with goodwater and flour or loosened up with extra beef broth. Serve results. Simmer the ribs in a large pot in this mixture for about 2 hours until the ribswith mashed potatoes. can be pulled out easily. Then slather with barbecue sauce and finish in the oven or on a grill. Slice between each rib and serve. It’s that simple.111 Garfield Road GATEWAY VARIETY Like us on FacebookAshland, ME 04732 207-435-6890Rods • Reels • Fishing Supplies • Vintage Mooselook Lures • Convenience Store • Hunting SuppliesOVER 1,000 DIFFERENT LURES AUTHORIZED DEALER:28 | www.northmainewoods.org

Certified Professionals Logging in the Maine Woods Loggers today face many more challenges than they did even a decade ago. Rules and regulations control virtually everything they do. Their work environment is fragile and easily damaged. Their machinery is high-tech and high-cost. The complexity of doing business can be prohibitive. To top it off, loggers are confronted with hazards every day at work. Loggers trained to handle these challenges are in high demand. As technology evolves, training and education will be more and more necessary for a long, lucrative and healthy career in the Maine woods. The Northeast Master Logger Certification Program and Certified Logging Professional Program each provide training and certification to enhance safety and professionalism in the Maine woods. Northeast Master Logger Certified Logging Professionalby Ted Wright by Maine TREE FoundationThe Northeast Master Logger Certification Program was established in 2001, The Certified Logging Professional Program was founded in 1991 aswith the 1st group of loggers being certified in the fall of that year. Since then, a combined effort of loggers, landowners, environmental specialists15 groups have gone through the program with loggers currently certified in and safety consultants to establish a standard for professionalism inseven northeast states from Maine to New York. There are currently 85 Master the Maine woods. An immediate goal of the program was to combatLoggers in Maine, representing all 16 counties. the high rate of logging accidents and the resulting Worker’s Com- pensation costs for logging contractors.The Northeast Master Logger program was created after a need for third-partycertification became apparent to the Professional Logging Contractors (PLC) of Today, under the sponsorship of the Maine TREE Foundation, CLPMaine. The PLC started the program at a time when third-party certification was takes pride in the fact that the accident rate for loggers is half whatnew and being pushed by forest products stakeholders as a way to assure the it was when the program began. The program’s emphasis on safetypublic that forestry practices were being held to high standards. Master Log- has resulted in a reduction in accidents by CLPs that gained themger was awarded the first in the world SMARTLOGGING Certificate through the a special, reduced workers compensation rate, up to 59% less thanRainforest Alliance. Master Loggers are audited by independent field verifiers non-CLPs.each year and the program itself is audited yearly. The six pillars of CLP are Safety, Skill, Knowledge, Stewardship, Pro-The Master Logger program’s primary goal is to keep a thriving and sustainable fessionalism and Pride. From laying out a site, to felling and mar-forest products industry in place throughout New England. To do this, Master keting wood, CLPs have the skills to safely, efficiently and profitablyLogger established nine goals with forest ecosystem sustainability, aesthetics, conduct an environmentally sound harvest. They have training inworker safety and forest economy sustainability in mind. Master Loggers are wildlife protection, erosion and pollution control and sustainablealso highly involved with public outreach, which benefits the whole forest prod- forestry. CLPs have the pride to go the extra mile and are regardeducts industry. Master Loggers work for a variety of landowners from large in- as true professionals in the Maine woods.dustrial landowners to owners of small family woodlots. In all situations, MasterLoggers bring a high level of professionalism to the job that landowners have For more information on CLP, visit the website at http://clploggers.come to expect. com/ or contact Director Mike St. Peter at 207-668-2851.Landowners or loggers looking for information on the Master Logger Program www.northmainewoods.org | 29can contact Ted Wright at (207) 532-8721 or [email protected]. Infor-mation is also available at masterloggercertification.com.

WoThoed Turtle ICONIC REPTILE OF THE NORTH MAINE WOODST urtles may not immediately come to mind when you think of Derek Yorks, Inland Fisheries and Wildlife North Maine Woods wildlife, but for at least one species, the Dave Putnam, University of Maine Presque Isle wood turtle (Glyptemys insculpta), the wildlands of northern Maine offer some of the best habitat this species could ask for. biologists are monitoring them closely and are concerned about the possibility for future declines. In many parts of the wood turtle’s range Wood turtles are found from Virginia north to Maine, New Brunswick and outside of Maine this species has experienced significant declines. Many Nova Scotia and west to the southern reaches of Quebec and Ontario states officially list wood turtles as endangered or threatened. For many out to eastern Minnesota and Iowa. They are Maine’s only turtle with a northern Maine fishermen and anyone else who has spent a good deal statewide distribution. Wood turtles inhabit forested streams and rivers of time around rivers and streams, the wood turtle may be a familiar that are cool and clear, with slow to medium flow, and substrates typi- sight. Wood turtles are easily recognized by the orange coloration on cally consisting of sand, gravel and cobble. More than most other turtle their limbs and necks, as well as the sculpted appearance of their shells. species, and appropriate to their name, wood turtles also make extensive Except for very old turtles, which have shells that have worn smooth, use of forested uplands where they spend the majority of the summer the annuli or growth rings of a wood turtle’s shell are highly visible and months foraging and seeking nesting sites. reminiscent of tree growth rings. Adult wood turtles are somewhat larg- er than adult painted turtles (Chrysemys picta) and a good deal smaller In Maine the wood turtle is than an adult snapping turtle (Chelydra serpentina). found statewide wherever there is appropriate stream Maine and seven other and river habitat and rela- northeastern states, as tively undeveloped water- well as the University of sheds. This turtle is listed as Massachusetts and the a Species of Special Concern Smithsonian Conservation by the Maine Department of Biology Institute, are Inland Fisheries and Wildlife undertaking a comprehensive (MDIFW), a status indicat- conservation planning effort ing that the species is not for wood turtle populations believed to be imperiled in the northeastern United within the state currently, but States that is funded by the US Fish and Wildlife Service30 | www.northmainewoods.org (USFWS). At the core of this effort are region-wide field

surveys at wood turtle streams and rivers using standardized guidelines that were Please enjoy, but do not disturb any wood turtles that youdeveloped collaboratively by this group. This coordinated approach will allow for might come upon. Population studies have indicated thatbiologists to identify the best remaining sites and most important river systems for the loss of even a small number of adults can cause an entirewood turtles across the entire region. Stream surveys for wood turtles in Maine population to disappear. Should you find a wood turtle (orare being conducted by MDIFW and partners including the University of Maine any turtle) in the road, you may move them to the roadside inPresque Isle, University of Maine Fort Kent, Unity College and the American Turtle the direction that they were traveling. Never remove a woodObservatory. Surveys for wood turtles are carried out by a team of 2–4 surveyors turtle from the wild, as this and roadkill are two major causesthat spend approximately 1 hour searching a 1 kilometer stretch of stream habitat of population decline. Also, do not move them far fromper visit. When a member of the team finds a wood turtle the team stops to collect where they were found. They have a specific home rangedata on the location of the turtle as well as habitat and environmental data including and will attempt to return to it, often perishing along the way.weather conditions and temperature of the air and water. Information about eachindividual turtle is also collected and before turtles are released they are each given a Funding for work on wood turtles and other Maine reptilesunique ID number by filing small notches permanently into the turtle’s shell. and amphibians is provided by contributions to the Maine Endangered and Nongame Wildlife Fund (Loon License PlateAcross Maine there are relatively few locations with the right habitat characteris- and Chickadee Check-off) and State Wildlife Grants from thetics to support robust wood turtle populations. Where these rare sites occur in the USFWS.relatively unpopulated and heavily forested landscape of northern Maine, wild woodturtle populations stand a good chance of flourishing without the need for human If you encounter a wood turtle in Maine, MDIFW would likeintervention. In many areas of the wood turtle’s range elsewhere, the threats of busy to know. Please contact Reptile, Amphibian, and Invertebrateroads, habitat fragmentation and loss to development and farming, and illegal poach- Group biologist Derek Yorks at [email protected] have taken a significant toll on populations. Just as it is a regionally importantarea for better known and iconic species such as Canada lynx, moose, brook troutand spruce grouse, the woods of northern Maine may also prove to be a particularlyimportant part of the world for the wood turtle.The Maine Wildlife Conservation Council (MWCC) is a coalition of sport- MAKE SAFETYing and conservation organizations (including North Maine Woods) that A PRIORITY!are unified in defending Maine’s scientific wildlife management programsand our outdoor heritage. BE CAUTIOUS WHEN RECREATING NEAR HYDROPOWER FACILITIES.In 2013-14, MWCC led the campaign to oppose referendum Question 1, a WATER CONDITIONS CAN CHANGEballot issue that would have undermined the Department of Inland Fisher- QUICKLY AND WITHOUT NOTICE.ies and Wildlife’s nationally recognized black bear management program Pay attention to your surroundings andby banning the three most effective tools used to manage Maine’s large respect all signs and warning signals.and healthy bear population. Life Jackets Save Lives.Today, the Maine Wildlife Conservation Council is still working with part- Always wear yours.ners and the public to raise both funding and awareness in an effort to brookfieldrenewable.comprotect Maine’s sporting community and our scientific wildlife manage-ment programs. If you have an interest in your hunting and outdoor rec- www.northmainewoods.org | 31reation future, please find more information on the groups’ activities atwww.mainewildlifeconservationcouncil.org and/or send a contribution to:Maine Wildlife Conservation Council, PO Box 5540, Augusta, Maine 04330.

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Message from the Maine Warden ServiceMaine’s game wardens welcome you to the North Maine Woods! Maine’s backcountry is unrivaled in the east and many of you have made it adestination for that very reason. The remoteness and vastness of the North Maine Woods poses some risks to those who are not well preparedfor such an adventure. Making sure you prepare for the unexpected is critical in making sure your trip is safe and enjoyable. We ask that youalways provide someone with your trip plans in the event that something happens. If you deviate from your trip plans, let a family member know.Searches and rescues involve significant resources and are often hazardous to conduct. Many search and rescue missions can be avoided byusing good common sense and being prepared. We ask that you carry a phone or other communication device in the event of an emergency. Inthe North Maine Woods, don’t assume your cell phone will work as mobile coverage here is poor and in many cases unavailable. This is anotherreason why it is so important to provide trip plans to family members, on the dash of your truck or back at your camp or campsite.Other key items include bringing plenty of extra fuel, at least one spare tire and a jack, a winch or come-along, a means to make a fire, a shovel,and some extra food and water in your vehicle in the event your trip gets delayed or you must spend the night in the woods unexpectedly.Incorporating these simple tips into your North Maine Woods adventure can make a significant difference in locating you quickly and safelyshould you become lost or injured during your trip. Maine’s game wardens wish you a safe and memorable trip to our great North Woods. Formore information about our Department, visit us online at mefishwildlife.com.Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife - We’re all in for the Maine outdoors! www.northmainewoods.org | 35

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Phil Dumond by Patti Voisine Warden of the Year in 1976, received the Driver Safety Award in 1987, the Warden Service Commitment for 38 years, and an award given by the Ca-O ne of the Maine State Game nadian government known as the Loyal Service Award. He was the veteran Wardens, Philip Dumond warden sought after to train newly instated wardens. He was a member of is remembered as a legend the Ham Radio Club where his hindsight aided in many difficult situations.among his peers for the dedication to the He was featured in newspapers, magazines and newscast segments as thedepartment. Philip was born on September generous, humble game warden who made a home in a remote area.27, 1931 and raised on the family farm in His skills for gardening and bee keeping were always admired because heFort Kent along with his nine siblings and his cared and harvested only to give away to family and friends. Philip neverparents, George and Emma Dumond. had any children, but the bond he has with his nieces and nephews is so much like a love only a father has in his heart.Philip Dumond attended local schools and graduated from Fort One may say Philip Dumond is the Henry David Thoreau of the wardenKent Community High School. Shortly after graduation in 1950, service. His life in the Maine woods became a lesson in itself. In making thehe was drafted to the US Air Force. He dedicated four years of commitment and dedication, Mr. Dumond’s life can only be admired. Byhis life to his country stationed in Sheppard, Fairchild, Chanute working and living alone in the Maine woods for so many years, his life wasand Loring Air Force bases. He was trained as an aircraft me- filled with friends, family, culture, knowledge and love for his surroundings.chanic, mainly on engines. As a mechanic, Mr. Dumond traveled Unlike so many, Phil had the opportunity to attend the greatest orchestrasto Japan to oversee and offer his mechanical skills. known to the human ear and gaze at the most beautiful paintings known to the human eye and he got to meet the composer and artist known asWhile on the GI bill, Phil attended University of Maine for one se- “Mother Nature.”mester. Because his heart was not into furthering his education, Phil is retired now and lives in Fort Kent where he enjoys visits from familyhe sought out a lifetime opportunity to become a Maine State members and his friends.Game Warden. His first assignment was in Bar Harbor. He thenwas relocated to the Allagash district, a district closer to home. www.northmainewoods.org | 37During the winter months of 1957, however, the warden servicewas in need of a French speaking warden for a district alongthe Canadian boundary. The freshman warden took up the chal-lenge. He covered a total of 720 square miles along the isolatedborder of what is known as the Estcourt Station district. Thisdistrict was known for its lack of road access and radio commu-nication and Phil made it his home for over 38 years.Philip Dumond had many challenges as a game warden. He puthis life at risk with non-law abiding individuals while protectingthe wildlife of this great state. He saved victims of near drowningexperiences and saved many lost hunters by not even thinking ofthe dangers which he may have faced with his own life. He wasadmired by many.Phil received many letters of appreciation for his acts of braveryand kindness as both a game warden and a friend. He was named

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RoadSafety photo by Peter Freeman The primary goal of all of the landowners in the North Maine Woods is the safety of their employees, contractors, and the general public. Please give all logging trucks the right of way. The roads in this area were built to move wood products. When you see a truck coming from either direction, please pull over to let it pass safely.Visitors to North Maine Woods can improve their own safety by abiding by all the rules of the road, yielding right of way to trucks, (do not expect loaded off-roadtrucks to move away from the center of the road), avoiding stopping on bridges and main roads (preferably pulling onto side roads or well out of the road beforestopping), and above all, paying attention and driving prudently.The focus and efforts on safety by all companies that own and manage lands in the North Maine Woods continues on a daily basis. Part of the safety program is acooperative Industrial Roads Safety Committee, which has existed for many years. The committee is an opportunity for representatives of landowning companiesand state natural resource agencies to share concerns that need to be addressed for the safety of workers and the public that utilize the North Maine Woods.Although overall safety trends in the forest management and industrial logging operations are trending in the right direction, we do not want to become compla-cent to the risks and challenges of the industry. Everyone has a story about a close call or an unpleasant experience while driving on a woods road in NorthernMaine. The more awareness that can be brought forward by employees, contractors, and the recreational public on any of these issues, the better off everyonewill be in the long run. The goal is to eliminate close calls.The safety committee initiated discussions to define problems, discuss various approaches to correcting the problems and develop solutions. A very importantchallenge is integrating public recreational use with industrial use. Industrial use extends to large, heavy equipment and trucks traveling on the roads as well asoccasionally working in the roads. Since most recreational users are not accustomed to heavy equipment and large off-road trucks, the challenge is one of trainingboth groups. Frequent meetings of the committee over the last few years led to a number of accomplishments. Involvement of representatives of the truckingindustry on the committee brought valuable input and insights into possible solutions.A significant accomplishment is a consolidation of “Rules of the Road” which is supported by all members of the committee. The rules are published in threelanguages, English, French and Spanish and are made available to all contractors, landowners and trucking companies as well as the recreational public via NorthMaine Woods. Extensive training in safe driving has been provided to migrant workers and others, along with first aid training and communication training.Landowners who are responsible for maintenance of the private road systems began an intensive signage effort, including stop signs, speed limit signs, andwarning signs. All signs use international symbols recognizable by anyone from the US or elsewhere. Mile markers have been placed along most major routes andare the basis for radio communications between workers and logging trucks, whereby drivers call out location by mile markers to alert others of their location.Dangerous road situations have been improved through aggressive brush control to improve visibility, widening sections of roads where needed, reconstructionof dangerous curves and intersections and even re-routing roads where necessary. Some side roads have been named and signed making it easier to get aroundand give directions. Frequent maintenance of high traffic areas was initiated in an effort to improve safety.So please, as you spend time in the North Maine Woods, remember that your safety as well as the safety of those around you is important to everyone. If yousee something that concerns you, or that you question, do not hesitate to share it with the personnel at a North Maine Woods Checkpoint. Although they maynot have an immediate answer for you, they will be more than happy to pass this information on to the proper people. If you need to stop along a road to takepictures, enjoy a view, or just relax, find a safe spot where there is plenty of room, and you do not impede the general flow of traffic along the road.Please note that all NMW Checkpoints close in mid-November. Although plowed roads are open to the public during the winter months, be aware that snowbanks and ice can make roads narrower and more treacherous, especially when meeting log trucks and other traffic. Main roads and side roads are plowed toaccommodate the movement of timber and equipment related to the forest industry. www.northmainewoods.org | 45

Landowners and Managers within the 3,500,000 acres of North Maine WoodsBlack River, LLC [5] Prentiss & Carlisle Co, Inc [2]Clayton Lake Woodlands Holdings, LLC [6]Dunn Heirs [2] St. John Timber, LLC [4]Dunn Timberlands, Inc. [5]Fish River Company [2] Sandy Gray Forest, LLC [4]Great North Woods, LLC [7]Griswold Heirs [2] Sylvan Timberlands, LLC [4]Huber Resources Corp. [4]Irving Woodlands, LLC Solifor Timberlands, Inc [4]John Cassidy Timberholdings [2]Katahdin Forest Management, LLC The Nature Conservancy [6]Lost River Company [2]McCrillis Timberlands, LLC [2] Timbervest, LLC: St. Aurelie Timberlands [6]Merriweather, LLC [3]Pingree Associates, Inc. [1] Timbervest Partners Maine, LLC [6] Webber Timberlands [2] Yankee Fork Corp. [2] State of Maine [1] Lands managed by Seven Islands Land Company [2] Lands managed by Prentiss & Carlisle Management Co. [3] Lands managed by Wagner Forest Management Company [4] Lands managed by Huber Resources Corp. [5] Lands managed by Orion Timberlands LLC [6] Lands managed by LandVest Inc. [7] Lands managed by Northwoods Management LLC North Maine Woods PO Box 425, Ashland, ME 04732 207-435-6213www.northmainewoods.org [email protected] photo by Mark GrantThis publication is made possible through efforts of Any comments or questions related to this publicationeditors Sarah Medina of Seven Islands Land Company and its contents may be sent to:and Barry Burgason of Huber Resources Corporation. It Al Cowperthwaite, Executive Directorwas designed and produced by Melissa Arndt of Slingshot North Maine Woods IncMultimedia. Front cover photos by Peter Freeman and PO Box 425, 92 Main Street, Ashland, ME 04732Lonnie Jandreau. or [email protected]