Conserve Gorham Community Forest

53 acres, in Downtown Gorham

CONSERVE

Less than 5% of the land in Westbrook and Gorham is protected as open space with trail access - yet these are two of the fastest-growing communities in the region. These projects together will forever conserve 104 acres of forestland.

WILDLIFE

Over one mile of Presumpscot and Little River shorefront and 30 acres of forested wetlands will be protected, providing important habitats for quickly declining species of reptiles, amphibians, pollinators, and migrating birds.

ACCESS

Four new miles of trails will be built near downtown Gorham and Westbrook, making them accessible to thousands of people.

TIMELINE

It is official - the Land Trust has raised the nearly $2 million needed for all 3 Conservation Projects in 2023. Our Land Trust can now conserve 104 acres of forestland and provide miles of trails in three projects near downtown Westbrook and Gorham this fall.
 
We received nearly 200 gifts for the three Conservation Projects in 2023. Thank you to everyone who supported the projects and to all ongoing Land Trust members and business partners who make conservation, clean water, and trails possible.
 
We plan to conserve all three projects this fall. In 2024 we will design and build trails with community involvement. We are planning for three grand openings next fall. We will continue to share updates on the projects throughout the year.

Map of Gorham Conservation Projects:

Landscape of Gorham Community Forest

Gorham Community Forest is made up of a mixed hardwood forest, including forested wetland and meadow, with a stream that runs through it. The space provides habitat for a variety of species of native ferns, aquatic plants, woodland wildflowers and amphibians.