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The Piscataquis Stewardship Hub Annual Gathering brought together about 20 attendees to explore a central Tree Farm value: wildlife habitat. Kacey Weber, Executive Director of the Piscataquis County Soil and Water Conservation District (PCSWCD), opened the event with a warm welcome and an overview of the Tree Farm Stewardship Hub model. This approach, she explained, connects private landowners with the practical knowledge and community support they need to manage forests responsibly. She then...

Since 1997, Maine TREE has taken educators into the heart of Maine’s forests for unique, week-long professional development experiences. This valuable program immerses Maine teachers in the state's vibrant forest industry, giving them firsthand insights into sustainable forest management, the diverse ecosystems within Maine's forests, and the economic and environmental importance of this crucial natural resource. The Forests of Maine Teachers' Tours are a key part of the Maine TREE...

The National Leadership Conference is held every year by the American Forest Foundation, the umbrella organization for the American Tree Farm System. It gathers program leaders, administrators, foresters, and landowners to connect and share their challenges, strategies, and successes. This year, Maine had the distinct privilege of being the host state. Patty Cormier, the Maine State Forester and a longtime supporter of the Maine Tree Farm Program, opened the conference as the keynote speaker....