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Birders tour the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary at The Trust for Public Land’s 40th anniversary celebration in St. Paul, Minnesota.
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A forest for the kids I think it is important to preserve Canco Woods because there aren’t many wild forests left in Portland to play in and go for walks in. This one has worn-down bike paths and a pond that you can ski on in the winter. There are ancient, towering pines with large, sturdy branches that are great for climbing. The path down the middle provides a border for games like Capture the Flag, and the perimeter path is another good way to create boundaries for active games. The brambles make good hiding spots, and a stream runs on either side of the center path. Some of the trees
are over two hundred years old and no one here would live to see any tree reach that age if it was planted now, so we cannot easily replace them. It is a wonderful and magical place and should not be disturbed. Elwen Bernard, Portland, ME
Nine-year-old Elwen read this letter to the local City Council—a speech that helped convince the officials to grant unanimous approval for a plan to purchase Canco Woods for the public. Learn more about The Trust for Public Land’s campaign to protect this family’s neighborhood green space on page 25.
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allen brisson-smith
elise sterck
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