2002 Annual Report

ACADIA REGION28 Mount DesertAn easement granted to MCHT protects a woodedpoint on Pretty Marsh Harbor that is visible from a popularpicnic area within Acadia National Park. The easement giftlimits future construction on the 12-acre parcel, helping tomaintain the harbor’s natural character.29 Bar HarborWhen 14-acre Black Island was listed for sale, a groupof dedicated individuals acted quickly to secure its purchaseand then sold the property to MCHT for less than its marketvalue. The woodedisland supports abreeding pair ofbald eagles.© BILL SILLIKER, JR.GARY FRIEDMANConservation investors acquired Black Island, home to a pair of nesting eagles,andtransferred the island to Maine Coast Heritage Trust for permanent protection.30 Bar HarborA “forever wild” easement now protects a sensitivestretch of shorefront on Long Cove that offers habitat forbald eagles, pupping seals and terns. MCHT helped draft theeasement to be held by Acadia National Park.Maine Coast Heritage Trust 13