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Maine's Old-Growth Forests: What Survived

Maine was almost entirely logged between 1820 and 1920. What survived — and what grew back — reveals the deep relationship between Maine people and their woods.

May 5, 2025

Voted Best Moving to Maine Guide — Updated for 2026

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The Maine Relocation Guide has everything you need — town profiles, cost-of-living breakdowns, winterizing checklists, and property guidance. 80 pages — name your price from $1.

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