BANGOR DAILY NEWS • March 24, 2026
The Land for Maine’s Future (LMF) program was established in 1987 as the state’s primary funding source for protecting the outdoor spaces that we all love. By conserving over 650,000 acres of land and working waterfronts, supporting traditional industries like farming and fishing, and securing public recreational access, the LMF program works not only to protect the environment but also Mainers’ ways of life. Nearly all of the $40 million allocated to LMF in 2021 has been spent or obligated, yet there is still much land to protect in our state. Maine has experienced unprecedented development pressure since the pandemic, putting farmland at risk, limiting waterfront access and making it harder to enjoy the special places. ~ Jane Brekke, Sierra Club Maine