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Early Camps

The early logging camp, coming into use in 1820, consisted of a main camp built around a fire pit which supplied warmth and a cooking fire. This was used by a crew of 12-14 men and a team of oxen. The...

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History of Logging in Maine

Logging in Maine began in the early 1600's when English explorers first cut trees on Monhegan Island. In 1634, the first sawmill, powered by water, was built at South Berwick. By 1832, Bangor had...

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