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Our S-l0 transects are l0m-wide strips that run the length of the "E" and "I" blocks (Fig. 1). On the S-10s, researchers have collected sapling and crown measurement data. Mapping and measuring tree heights and crowns on the S-10s allows us to better understand tree growth, including the role of regeneration trees within the system, particularly in response to timber harvests.

We’ve continued our momentum at Maine TREE during the first few months of 2026. Thanks to your support, our mission to connect the working forest, the classroom, and the community has become more active and impactful than ever before. Our team has been busy across the state, sparking curiosity in Maine’s middle schoolers. At the Maine Science Festival in Bangor, we engaged hundreds of students in hands-on activities that got kids thinking about the value Maine’s forests provi

“Forest Reciprocity: What Can You Do for Your Forest and What Can Your Forest Do for You?” was the theme of this year’s New England Society of American Foresters’ Winter Meeting. With half of our staff presenting at this regional conference, Maine TREE clearly had plenty of ideas to share. The event opened with a Plenary from Maine State Forester and Maine Forest Service Director, Patty Cormier. She led with some commonly known facts about Maine: Maine is 92% privately-owned

Last week, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Alternative Education Association of Maine Spring Conference, which had a theme of "Resilience for All." I was asked to share project-based learning opportunities, but before diving into activities, I used Mentimeter to poll the audience to determine what subjects are most challenging to incorporate into their programs. The results? 📊 Math was ranked most challenging by the most educators, which is not at all surprising.

Immersive Professional Development Program Invites Maine Educators to Explore the Heart of the North Woods This July The Maine TREE Foundation is excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 Forests of Maine Teachers’ Tour , scheduled for July 6–10, 2026 . This year’s immersive five-day experience will be based at the scenic Gorman Chairback Lodge & Cabins in Greenville, offering Maine educators a front-row seat to the ecological, economic, and social signif

2025 was Maine TREE’s most successful programming year to date, and before we dive into the new year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on all that we accomplished over the last year. Our staff hosted, spoke at, or attended over 80 events this year. We provided nearly a dozen students and recent graduates with early-career opportunities and engaged over 1,000 students in forest-based education programs. From Kittery to Fort Kent, and Calais to Rangeley, in 2025, our forest-ba

Imagine graduating from high school with a tangible credential that demonstrates your readiness to pursue a career in the forest workforce. In a collaborative effort to address the critical shortage of skilled young professionals entering the workforce and the lack of resources available for Career and Technical Education educators, we are developing a Maine Forest Technician Curriculum. The curriculum is designed for high school students interested in forest-based career opp

The Maine Timber Research & Environmental Education Foundation (Maine TREE) held its 3rd Annual Forest Awards Night on October 16th at the Morgan Hill Event Center in Hermon, bringing together a blended community of forestry professionals, landowners, educators, and students. The evening recognized the exceptional contributions of various individuals and organizations, celebrating not only the awardees but also the collective efforts of those who play a role in stewarding Mai

The Maine TREE Foundation is proud to announce the completion of the 2025 Forests of Maine Teachers' Tours season.

Maine TREE staff and colleagues held the 2025 field season kickoff event on Thursday, June 5, 2025! In the morning, Maine TREE staff gathered to welcome and mingle with the newest 2025 research staff, including field crews and interns. In the afternoon, attendees and volunteers split up to tackle exciting projects throughout the Holt Research Forest property, including invasive plant removal and wood stacking.

Maine TREE is renowned for engaging students and community members in hands-on, forest-based education, fostering a shared understanding...

In recent years, Maine has experienced a significant increase in wildfire incidents, averaging roughly 700 per year compared to the...

The Certified Logging Professionals (CLP) program is entering an exciting new phase. With a strong focus on improving the standards in the logging industry, this program is making significant updates over the coming year.

Join us in looking back on 2024, a year filled with revival, accomplishments, and optimism!

Written by Hope Light Despite the industry’s notorious reputation as the most dangerous occupation in the United States, a subset of...

Kayci Willis, Forest Programs Manager – Maine TREE As the daughter of a teacher and a state forester, Kayci Willis was raised with a...

At Maine TREE Foundation, forest-based education and workforce development were key themes in 2023. With a dedicated and creative staff,...

We are thrilled to announce that Paulina Murray has joined Maine TREE as our first-ever Holt Research Forest Fellow! The Holt Research...

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Maine TREE is hiring a part-time Communications Coordinator. Please help us spread the word! CommunicationCoordinator_JobDescriptionDownl...