NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Acres for America
Project Title: Conserving the Pleasant River Headwaters Forest in Maine’s 100-Mile Wilderness
Organization:
Appalachian Mountain Club
Project ID:
0701.20.069418
Description:

Purchase and permanently conserve a 26,740-acre parcel of working forestland known as the Pleasant River Headwaters Forest. Project will expand existing fish habitat restoration efforts to benefit threatened species like native brook trout and Atlantic salmon; conduct sustainable forestry operations; offer the public access to outdoor recreation opportunities; and advance the overall ecological and economic health of the region.

Award Amount:
$500000.00
Location:
The Pleasant River Headwaters Forest is located in Williamsburg Township, Katahdin Iron Works Township, Ebeemee Township, and Brownville, Piscataquis County, Maine