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John,

My name is Banjo. My person pal, Betsy, and I work for The
Trust for Public Land. No, really - I make sure I'm
involved with all the projects Betsy works on.

One of my favorite places to play with Betsy is a pond in
some place she calls "Maine." Well, not in the pond (OK,
sometimes), but in the forest around it. I often see other dogs there
with their person pals, and even people who don't have any dogs
to take care of them!

I really like seeing all the
people and dogs enjoying the fresh air. (Recently, the people
don't seem to be spending as much time talking close to each
other, but I'm sure that will change.)

Betsy says we need help to keep the forest open. It
would be really sad if dogs and their people couldn't go there
anymore. I'm sending you a message from Betsy because she can
explain it better than I can.

I sure hope you'll help.

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Two-paw hug,

Banjo



John,

My name is Betsy Cook, and I am The Trust for Public Land's
program director for the State of Maine. I know Kim wrote to you
recently about our Kingfield Community Forest project.

A lot has happened in the last couple of weeks as our country
grapples with the impacts of COVID-19. However, our work to create
green spaces like Kingfield Community Forest, where people can limit
their social interactions while still getting fresh air and exercise
for physical and mental health has never been more important.
That's why I'm asking for your help.

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As a reminder, 215 acres of pristine woodland that surround an
astonishingly clear pond are up for sale. We are trying to protect the
property from development by purchasing it and turning it over to the
Town of Kingfield, Maine. This place is dear to the hearts of
Kingfield residents, who want to support the town's economy and
quality of place by protecting it as a fly-fishing and outdoor
recreation destination.

I'm going to let the people of this community tell you in
their own words how they feel about this land.

Brent West:

"Shiloh Pond, nestled up against the mountains, is an example of
a place at high risk for loss of access and ecological integrity. The
pond is one of few places left locally that has undeveloped shorefront
and great brook trout habitat. You don't have to look far to realize
that this is a gem... Opportunities like these don't arise often,
but we have a chance to protect an entire pond, 215 acres of forest,
emergent and forested wetlands, and acres of prime waterfowl and
wading bird habitat."

Stacey McCluskey:

"In the summer, I offer Young Naturalist Camp for local kids. I
teach them about our local resources, especially waterways, and how to
be stewards of the Earth by practicing Leave No Trace principles while
recreating outdoors. Shiloh is a perfect place to learn
stewardship."

John,
Kim has often told me how much she appreciates your pioneering support
in our critical fights and the legacy of land conservation
you've helped created. Right now, I really need your help. We
are approximately $200,000 short of the purchase price, and we have
less than three months to raise the needed funds.

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If we don't raise the money, the land could be sold to a
developer instead. I don't want to see the forest gutted to make
room for paved roads and vacation home development. I don't
think you do, either.

No one knows how long this situation will continue. But our
supporters have gotten us through uncertain times in the past, and I
know we can count on you to get us through whatever difficulties lie
ahead.

Please help make this community forest happen by making a $35
tax-deductible contribution to The Trust for Public Land right away.
Every gift will make a difference toward our goal, no matter how big
or small. Thank you.

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Warm regards,

Betsy Cook
Maine State Program Director

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