Matthew Bibeau speaks to three members of the Wells Conservation Commission regarding the use of land in Wells, and efforts they are making to protect the land, along with memories and traditions.

Table of contents for December 1995 Salt Magazine.

Introduction to Maine: A Peopled Landscape by Hugh T. French, who writes about the changing face of Salt and Maine.

Devin Browne highlights the work of Cindy and Tim Lavan, alpaca breeders who live on the land, but still make a city income. Browne discusses how the Lavan's use the alpacas for breeding, and going to alpaca shows.

Chris Knight captures images of people in Benedicta, Maine.

Lindsay Eaves discusses the life of Eugene Weir, a convicted sex offender, and how him moving into the Cumberland community has affected the lives of parents.

Living as homesteaders, families push for the importance of food growth, and instilling those values into their children. Rachel Hurn speaks to two homesteading families about their beliefs regarding food and living off the land.

Following the terrorists attacks of 9/11, Scott Rodbro set out to find Maine's heroes, contacting veterans groups in the state. Rodbro speaks to a veteran about his time and experiences in the armed services.

When Taunton Bay closed off to fisherman and draggers in 2000, fishermen who made their livelihoods in those waters began to suffer financially. Kelsey Abbott highlights how the fishermen who harvested mussels in Taunton Bay are facing bankruptcy and business instability,due to their displacement.

List of back issues and books from Salt.

David Gavril captures Austin Moore collecting wood for his maple sugaring operation.

Amy Toensing captures the work and living conditions of migrant workers in Limestone, Maine.