Many states have set aside substantial portions of their land for public enjoyment. For example, New Hampshire has set aside 30% of its land, and Vermont 22%. A few years back, Maine had 6% of its land set aside, but has now tripled that to 18%. These lands are set aside and protected from future development, and serve as a wilderness haven for wildlife and enjoyed by avid outdoorsmen (and women).
This growing trend reflects the publics’ interest in preserving at least part of the land that, in theory, belongs to all of us. Overall, 15% of the land in the United States is under some type of conservation program.
The Nature Conservancy works worldwide to protect and conserve our remaining wilderness and wildlife. For information about its work in the United States, click here.
