Continuing Natural Resource Assessments with NPS

IAN travelled to Maine the week of October 14th to facilitate a scoping meeting for the Katahdin Woods and Waters (KAWW) project. IAN is working with the National Park Service (NPS) to assess the condition of natural resources in KAWW to help guide management of the Monument. Thirty-five stakeholders representing various state and federal agencies and the Penobscot Nation shared their time and expertise to identify priority resources and stressors that will guide the Natural Resource Condition Assessment. The IAN team was also able to get out into the Monument and see some of its incredible natural resources during a site visit with their NPS collaborators. Maine was as amazing as advertised and it was inspiring that so many people generously donated their time to support this project. The IAN team is looking forward to visiting again and working with such a dedicated group of people to protect this wild and beautiful place.

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