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How a Former Maine Governor Built a 209,000-Acre Wilderness Park Over 30 Years

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Percival P. Baxter, a former governor of Maine, spent more than three decades personally acquiring and donating land to create Baxter State Park. Beginning with a 6,000-acre purchase in 1930, his efforts eventually grew the park to over 201,000 acres by 1962. His core mission was to preserve the land's natural character, keeping out industrial development while supporting sustainable forestry. Baxter passed away in 1969, but his legacy has continued to grow through subsequent land trades and acquisitions. Today, Baxter State Park spans over 209,000 acres, making it one of the largest state parks in North America.

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