Freedom

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Farm with pond, barns, and silos on Route 137 in Freedom (2001)

in Waldo County, settled in 1794 by Revolutionary War soldier Stephen Smith, was incorporated in 1813.The three acre Freedom Park, near the center of town, occupies the original grounds of Freedom Academy. Sandy Pond, also known as Freedom Pond, has a boat launch for easy access. Freedom village is at its northeast tip.

Waldo County Nature Preserves

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Carlton Pond Waterfowl Production Area.  The area is a 1,055-acre impounded wetland located in the town of Troy in Waldo County.  The area was acquired by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in 1966 to protect the waterfowl and other wildlife associated with this area in central Maine.  Carlton Pond WPA has historically provided good…