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66 to an elevated clearcut area , where we enjoyed a panoramic view northward that included dozens of lakes and distant Mount Katahdin on the horizon . Below us was the vast expanse of forestland that we had enjoyed thanks to the generosity of the timber companies who own most of that land .
“ There are four major landowners in this region ,” Rick explained , “ and without their permission and cooperation , we wouldn ’ t have these great riding opportunities . Huber Resources owns a lot of acreage around Shin Pond and that area is honeycombed with trails . As president of the Jo Mary Riders , I deal with the other three companies – Katahdin Forest Management , Prentiss & Carlisle and Wagner Forest Management . I ’ ve been very fortunate over the years to develop a wonderful working relationship with the land managers and foresters of all three companies . As a club , we never do anything without asking permission first and whenever they ask us to do something we get it done as quickly as possible . Our respect for their land has allowed all area clubs to have and maintain hundreds of miles of trails in the Katahdin region and beyond .”
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5 Lakes Lodge 5lakeslodge . com 207 / 723-5045
New England Outdoor Center neoc . com 800 / 766-7238
Katahdin Area Chamber of Commerce katahdinmaine . com 207 / 723-4443
Jo Mary Riders club jomaryriders . com
And what land it is : scenic , mountainous , densely wooded and rural yet inviting . Maine might not be easy to reach , but its allure is magnetic .