Wood Banks Can Help Fill a Widespread Need

n Maine, the nation’s most heavily forested state, with the second highest per capita use of firewood for heating, it only makes sense to create a firewood resource for the needy. That’s the message of . . .

OtherStaffJune 5, 2015

Unconventional Value of Basswood Trees

They say that money doesn’t grow on trees. But, you might not anticipate . . .

OtherStaffMay 29, 2015

Tree Growth Update

We have spent a great deal of time protecting the Tree Growth Tax Law program. As I reported in previous Maine Woodland Owners newsletters, the Governor’s original budget proposal included a substantial rewrite of the law.

LegislationStaffMay 29, 2015

Preventing Erosion and Invasive Species in Maine

Spring is here, and most people are excited to spend time outdoors again. Whether you're a gardener or a hiker, you can make a difference by noticing characteristics of the landscape around you while out in the great outdoors.

Forest Threats, Forest Insects, WildlifeStaffMay 15, 2015

Easy Projects to Improve Wildlife Density

Spring heralds the return of warm weather, colorful flowers, and wildlife.

Wildlife, Forest InsectsStaffMay 8, 2015

Understanding the Current State of Maine’s Watershed

Water is a valuable resource we cannot live without. In fact, just over 70% of the human body is made up of water. This makes clean water crucial all over the United States, but particularly in places like Maine where woodlands, rivers, ponds, and oceans make up a great deal of the overall topography.

Forest Management, Forest ThreatsStaffMay 1, 2015

Your Woods: The Natural Resource Machine

If you have a nature-based hobby, Maine is a wonderful state for you. We’re home to thousands of acres of pristine woodlands and water sources, and many of our residents have them in their own backyards.

Wildlife, Forest Insects, Forest ManagementStaffApril 24, 2015

6 Natural Ways to Repel Black Flies and Mosquitoes

Mosquitos and black flies are a particular nuisance in Maine. Whether you're barbecuing, hiking, or simply sitting on your porch reading the newspaper, these little pests will find and annoy you.

Forest InsectsStaffApril 24, 2015

The Many Environments of Maine: It's Called Vacation Land For a Reason!

Maine serves as a microcosm for the rest of New England, with almost every habitat represented somewhere in the state’s landscape. There are many ways for residents and visitors alike to explore Maine.

OtherStaffApril 3, 2015

3 Ways to Tell if Your Trees Are Being Damaged by Invasive Species

Maine's beautiful forests are susceptible to a host of invasive species. From wood borers to defoliators to disease, these species can quickly damage and kill a large amount of forest.

Forest Management, Forest Insects, Forest ThreatsStaffMarch 28, 2015

Invasive Plants in Your Woodlands and How to Get Rid of Them

Invasive plants in Maine can be severely detrimental to woodlands. They feed off and suffocate delicate undergrowth and threaten the ecosystem of forests.

Forest Management, Forest ThreatsStaffMarch 24, 2015

Deer Tick Populations Have Exploded

Back in 1997, an article in the Maine Woodland Owners newsletter raised questions about the spread of Lyme disease in Maine.

Forest Insects, OtherStaffMarch 24, 2015

3 Ways Coyotes Are Good For the Ecosystem

Coyotes – they've been conjuring up scary images and fueling hunting expeditions for decades. Recent research suggests that coyotes are not only beneficial; they are necessary to our ecosystem.

WildlifeStaffMarch 13, 2015

Funding Wildlife & Forest Mgmt in Your Woodlands Using Gov. Incentive Programs

Converting your woodlands into a wildlife conservatory is encouraged by the Maine government. There are tax breaks and financial incentives for woodland owners with acreage

Land TrustStaffMarch 6, 2015

Learning Winter Tree ID: 3 Easy Twigs

Identifying a tree can be as simple as glancing at the leaves, when they’re out. By winter, though, those easily recog

OtherStaffFebruary 23, 2015

Beneficial Bugs in Maine

Some bugs are beneficial to your backyard or garden, especially in Maine, which is rich in deciduous forests, wildlife, and natural resources.

Forest InsectsStaffFebruary 14, 2015

4 Ways to Keep Your Maine Woodland Healthy

Maine is known as one of the most naturally beautiful states in the country. In particular, our forests attract thousands of tourists each year.

Forest Threats, Forest ManagementStaffFebruary 7, 2015

Writing on an Old Logging Camp

Carving your initials into the timbers is a tradition at my friend’s hunting camp. Dates whittled into the weather-beaten logs of the bunk house and cook camp go back through the decades of the 20th century. Some that may be older have eroded into indecipherable glyphs.

OtherStaffFebruary 5, 2015