In 1997, LURC identified the Moosehead Lake region as deserving of special planning, but never undertook the effort. LURC's decision on Plum Creek's plan will have serious implications for the future of the North Woods. A decision to preserve Moosehead Lake would set an important precedent, proving that Maine's way of life cannot be sold to the highest bidder.

Environment Maine is calling on the agency charged with protecting the North Woods, the Land Use Regulation Commission (LURC), to deny Plum Creek's request, preserve access for Mainers and visitors, permanently protect the wilderness of Moosehead Lake, and to focus development around existing towns.