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Recent and past news articles regarding the Kennebec Land Trust (KLT)
SIDNEY — The Kennebec Land Trust has acquired 7 acres of hayfields in Sidney, effectively preventing the area from being developed.
The donation by Leann Diehl, a former resident of the town, extends the conservation group’s neighboring 35-acre Reynolds Forest property, according to the nonprofit.
Read MoreThe Kennebec Land Trust plans to celebrate its 35th anniversary with a community trail challenge. From Saturday, July 1, to Sunday, Aug. 13, people can explore area trails and properties by hiking, walking, running, biking, swimming or paddling.
Local businesses will donate $1 for adults and $5 for children for every mile explored. The donations will be used for the stewardship of KLT’s 57 miles of trails, including the Mount Pisgah Conservation Area, as well as for the development of new trails, according to a news release from the trust.
Read MoreThe Kennebec Land Trust (KLT) works cooperatively with landowners and communities to conserve the forests, shorelands, fields, and wildlife that define central Maine. KLT protects land permanently, offers opportunities for people to learn about and enjoy the natural world, and works with partners to support sustainable forestry and farming.
The Kennebec Land Trust | 331 Main St, Winthrop, ME, 04364, United States