[warchild9]

As an historian, I’m curious as to whether anyone has tried to map out patterns for these walls. They indicate the growth of farms, family borderlines, etc. There’s a wealth of information in them.

In my home county, there’s no equivalent. If a farmer fails to actively plough as long as two years, a tough pine forest pops up on his land and he has to clear all over again. There are no stones, but just sand.

[warsaw44]

warchild,
that would be a remarkable project and one that would be worth while. Really an excellent idea. I could imagine a state map of Maine with covered with the grids of stone walls. You'd really capture a piece of early American history. Let me know if you ever come across any info about such a project having been attempted.
Also, take a look at the new governor of the state. Mainers have not seen the likes of this man is many years. His name is Paul Lepage. I guarantee you'll like his story and his tea party roots. The tea party backed Republicans now control all of the maine state house and LePage is full blooded tea party. First time since the early 1960s that the Republicans were in total control.
If you have a chance, find a couple Paul LePage vids on Youtube. You'll like him - and his true Maine accent!