Ask Mark Leathers
Welcome to the enchanting 210-acre woodlot nestled on the border of Plymouth and Detroit, Maine, a haven meticulously managed for the white-tailed deer. As you step onto the forest floor, you'll immediately sense the harmony between nature and the bountiful wildlife that call this place home. The woodlot unveils a tapestry of diversity, starting with an orchard of productive apple trees which lure deer and other wildlife from the surrounding forest. Their fragrant blossoms lure wildlife providing a delectable feast for deer, their crisp apples a source of nourishment during the autumn months. As you enter through locked gates, a chorus of towering oaks and majestic pines greets your ears with the whispering melodies of rustling leaves. These grand arboreal guardians create a rich canopy, casting dappled sunlight upon the forest floor and forming a tranquil sanctuary for the wildlife that flourishes within. Amidst the dense foliage, an occasional moose tiptoe through the underbrush, their impressive antlers seemingly reaching for the heavens. Their gentle presence adds an air of majesty to the woodlot, their massive frames blending seamlessly into the landscape. As the day mellows into dusk, the white-tailed deer emerge from their hidden retreats, cautiously stepping into the open meadows and sun-dappled clearings. Their sleek forms move with elegance, guided by instinct, as they graze upon the tender grasses that carpet the forest floor. Beneath the protective canopy, a symphony of wildlife unfolds. Bears amble through the woodlot, while the elusive bobcat prowls silently. Red and grey foxes engage in playful games of chase. Coyotes, with their haunting howls, serenade the moonlit nights, while fishers slink through the shadows, stealthy and resourceful. Near a babbling brook that dances its way through mossy rocks, and a beaver pond rest in the cozy 12 by 24 cabin in a small clearing. All this just 7 miles from I-95.
