RANGELEY LAKES HERITAGE TRUST’S
Watersheds
(Rangeley, Maine – June 26, 2024) – Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust acquires the 100-acre Mingo Spring Birding Trail, conserving critical habitat and a beloved recreation area.
RLHT is pleased to announce the recent preservation of the Mingo Springs Birding Trail, adding 100 acres of conservation land within Rangeley. In addition to being a critical meadow and edge habitat for migratory and boreal birds, this property is also home to deer and other species. The property boasts several of the largest lupine fields in Rangeley that border Proctor Road and the Mingo Springs Golf Course. In mid-June, these lupine fields attract visitors from far and wide.
Over 90 species of birds have been observed at the Mingo Springs Birding Trail, including cedar waxwing, Eastern bluebird, and Blackburnian warblers. Visitors can enjoy this beautiful hiking and birding trail within a 5-minute drive of downtown Rangeley.
This conservation area would not be possible without the generosity of the Chodosh Family and contributions from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund.
The birding trail was constructed some years ago by John Bicknell, with the assistance of the Mingo Springs Golf Course staff and the financial support of Melba Chodosh. Thank you for helping us preserve the natural wonder of Rangeley.
