MIDCOAST CONSERVANCY • July 22, 2025
327 acres of ecologically vital forestland and wetlands in the northern headwaters of the Sheepscot River have been permanently protected. This is a crucial river system for many species, including the endangered Atlantic salmon which can only be found in eight U.S. rivers. The addition of these parcels expands Midcoast Conservancy’s Northern Headwaters Preserve to over 1,750 contiguous acres. This conservation success is the result of powerful partnerships with Northeast Wilderness Trust and Maine Coast Heritage Trust, and generous support from Maine Community Foundation and The Butler Foundation. The two newly protected parcels, located in Montville and Freedom, contain significant headwater streams, wetlands, and mature forests that provide critical habitat for wildlife and contribute directly to the health and resilience of the Sheepscot River. These lands are especially important for the recovery of the endangered Atlantic salmon.