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PublishedSeptember 18, 2017
Prospect of timber harvesting creates uncertainties for Katahdin Woods and Waters
Changes recommended by the interior secretary include allowing 'active timber management' in the national monument, but it's unclear whether logging would keep visitors away.
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PublishedSeptember 18, 2017
Interior secretary recommends easing of logging restrictions in Katahdin national monument
The suggestion, part of a federal review of 27 monuments, puzzles Lucas St. Clair, whose family's foundation donated the Maine land to the federal government.
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PublishedAugust 28, 2017
Leader behind Katahdin Woods and Waters optimistic after talk with interior secretary
Lucas St. Clair says his discussion with Ryan Zinke left him believing that the land donated by St. Clair's family will continue to be managed for conservation and recreation.
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PublishedAugust 26, 2017
Minor changes in logging, snowmobiling expected at Katahdin monument
The Interior Department still hasn't released details of any proposed changes at Katahdin Woods and Waters, but interested observers expect few major changes.
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PublishedAugust 20, 2017
One year later, national monument stands its ground
Despite lingering doubts, a 'definitely beautiful' site has drawn tourists, investors and even skeptics.
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PublishedJune 15, 2017
Interior secretary sees potential for other uses of Kathadin national monument
Ryan Zinke envisions logging and other 'traditional uses' or even a national park, while declaring that federal ownership of the 87,500 acres is 'settled.'
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PublishedJune 14, 2017
Interior secretary sees no need to reduce size of ‘beautiful’ Katahdin national monument
He visits the 87,500-acre Maine site as part of a federal review, noting it offers public access and jobs but stopping short of affirming the monument designation opposed by Gov. LePage.
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PublishedJune 12, 2017
Maine attorney general vows to challenge any attempt to undo Katahdin-area monument
Taking a stand at odds with Gov. LePage, the attorney general calls for an end to the Interior secretary's review of Katahdin Woods and Waters two days before he arrives.
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PublishedJune 8, 2017
Interior Secretary Zinke to visit Katahdin national monument next week
The visit is part of his department's review of 26 national monuments as requested by President Trump in an executive order.
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PublishedMay 26, 2017
Despite uncertain future, Katahdin monument fully open for Memorial Day weekend
Katahdin Woods & Waters opens its 21-mile loop road, increasing access for both casual visitors and serious adventurers.
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