Maine's congressional delegation wants to discontinue effort to create High Peaks refuge

MAINE PUBLIC • August 7, 2023

Maine's congressional delegation is asking the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to end its evaluation of 200,000 acres in western Maine for the possible creation of a National Wildlife Refuge. The department is considering the creation of a 5,000-15,000 acre refuge in the High Peaks region, saying the goal is to protect wildlife and recreational access. Bob Carlton, forester and resident of Freeman Township, has started a grassroots effort opposing the refuge. He says many residents and town leaders are against federal oversight.