Ararat high school created six posters that represent many days in the field on the cathance river preserve, topsham. The maine tree timber research and environmental education foundation was founded in 1989 by a group of dedicated timberland owners, forest products producers, tree farmers and others interested in the maine forest. Since that time, nearly every tree species found in the state. Department of agriculture, conservation and forestry 22 state house station 18 elkins lane augusta, me 04333 more locations. The 14th edition of this popular publication is a special centennial edition and has been significantly improved for the. In 1953, the legislature established the policy that forestland should be taxed on its productivity on its ability to grow trees rather than its potential value if. The forest service provides campfire permits for use at rural campsites.
Forest trees of maine guidebook updated january 24, 2009. Tree growth program preserves maines forests maine. If you need forestry assistance, help is just a phone call or email away. Purchase trees by june 1st at one of the local coop nurseries planting is limited to 1 tree per year portland coop tree planting nurseries. Maine forest service looking for big trees portland. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. On the forest land in maine, there are an estimated 24.
As licensed foresters, maine forest service district foresters hold degrees in forestry and related fields, and have a wealth of experience. The 14th edition of forest trees of maine was recently published by the. Mill balsam fir, balsam, canadian balsam, eastern fir, bracted balsam fir, blister fir, balm of gileadppinus resinosa aiton red pine, eastern red pine, norway pine, pin rouge pinus rigida mill pitch pine, candlewood pine, torch pine pinus strobus l. Information about the national and regional fia program is available online at. The ratio of net growth to removals of growingstock trees is 1. The tips of br anches on larger trees have an upward sweep. The 14th edition of this popular publication is a special centennial edition and has been significantly improved. We have listed them by scientific name because it is a constant and does not vary region to region or person to person.
This publication provides an overview of the forest resources in maine based upon inventories conducted by the u. Maine tree joined with the university of maines center for research on sustainable forests, the maine woodland owners and the maine forest service to launch forests for maines future, an ongoing project to help promote sustainable forestry and educate people about the benefits and wonders of the forest that covers some 90 percent of our state. Forest city residents oppose new port facility bdn maine. The maine forest service is on the look out for very big trees. Coop nurseries offer a wide selection of shade and ornamental trees, including trees native to new england along with interesting nonnative. Often, though, it is a foresters local knowledge that is most helpful to maine landowners. Centers for disease control cdc and prevention along. Forest protection offices southern region headquarters bolton hill, augusta. We are a statewide land trust dedicated to conserving the ecological, economic, cultural, and recreational. Maine forest service department of conservation augusta, me 043330022. This website is your free forest information source with topics on maine forest laws, taxes, pruning, thinning, timber harvesting, wildlife, forestry news, costshare programs, consultant forestry, and much more. State office 18 elkins lane augusta, maine 207 2874990. Mortality and removals are down compared to the 2011 estimates.
Our consultant foresters assist with forest management planning, timber harvesting, timber appraising, and timber damage and theft assessment. Money can grow on trees connecting youth and the spirit of entrepreneurship with the maine woods through history, science, sustainable harvest, and creativity. While we talk of the maine forest, it would be more correct to talk of maine forests. In response to the coronavirus covid19 pandemic, we are following recommendations from the u. Money can grow on trees connecting youth and the spirit of entrepreneurship with the maine woods through. One of the first industries in maine, beginning in the early. These trees have a total above ground biomass of 7. Name by alphabetical order location of main entrance durham state forest.
Please select your library to go to the download library powered by the bibliotheca3m cloudlibrary. About 16,952,000 acres 6,860,000 hectares are classified as commercial timberland, over 96% of it privately owned, and half of that by a dozen large. Some of your questions about your land, your trees and. The state of maine, like many other states, has long recognized the necessity and desirability of encouraging landowners to practice good, longterm forest management. Maine forest service looking for big trees portland press. Forest trees of maine celebrates 100th anniversary in 2008. Click on the green markers to learn more about maines 19 unique biophysical regions. In maine it is commonly planted both in forest plantations and as an ornamental tree. The forest ecology network, based in lexington township, maine, is on the forefront of forest protection in maine.
Purchase trees by june 1st at one of the local coop nurseries. The offices of maine tree are located at 535 civic center drive, augusta, maine. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. The slim volume was first released in 1908 by what was then called the maine forestry department. On the forest land in maine, there are an estimated 23. Maine forestry is a private licensed consulting business that offers a wide range of forestry services.
Undeniably, what sets maine apart from the rest of the country and the major reasons that maines forests remain largely intact and healthy are the diversity of markets that maines forestland owners have and the ability of forestbased industries to adapt, strengthen and diversify those markets. Forest data and maps top 10 species by number of trees 1 dbh and larger in 2002 number percent of common name genus species of trees all trees red maple acer rubrum 21,834,748,401 7. Trees on our recommended list represent varieties that have shown hardiness to our portland, maine climate, display favorable characteristics and are generally available in the nursery trade. Forest city, maine while the name might imply a metropolis, forest city, population 5, is not a hub of activity. Privatelyowned timberland makes up 90 percent of the forest land area while public ownership including some reserved lands has remained around 10 percent of the total forested areafig. You can view sections of the publication, or download the entire. Our district foresters know more about maines trees and woodlands than almost anyone. Explore jdis commitment to safeguarding the environment, delivering economic benefits to communities, accountability and continuous improvement. The leyland cypress is the perfect privacy tree for maine inhabitants. Bio 160 learn with flashcards, games, and more for free.
The forest service trains and equips the volunteers with the tools necessary to fight fires in less populated areas. Mt ararat students have been collecting data at the fig plots for over 12 years, and at the conclusion of their research, they share their work with the topsham community see one of the posters. We have included the various common names associated with each scientific name to help you find the right tree. A to z list, by scientific name, of tree species native to maine.
Tree selection streettrees are selected from our recommended tree list, trees in setback or lawn locations are more flexible. Trees vary depending on soils,location and climate. Later becoming thick, reddishbrown to graybrown with prominent ridges and furrows. Two trees forestry, in winthrop, maine, is a forest stewardship council certified consulting firm.
One of the most famous trees, herbie, was the largest american elm tree in new england. Tree recipients will be responsible for picking up trees, while duttons and maine forest service staff will help load orders. The maine department of conservation has published a new edition of the guidebook forest trees of maine, centennial edition 19082008. Maines forest land area has been very stable since 1960 although timberland may be declining slightly fig. Forest trees of maine guidebook updated appalachian. United states department of agriculture us forest service. The residents of maine have the option to plant and tend trees that produce privacy, turning away prying eyes and loud noises and instead enjoying the quiet and peace of private property.
Two distribution dates in september and october, 2011 will be set aside to pick up trees at duttons nursery. Forest trees of maine, 2008 by maine department of agriculture. It reached 217 years old before succumbing to disease and was felled in 2010. Two trees forestry, in winthrop, maine, is a forest stewardship council certified consulting firm that offers assistance in forest management planning, timber harvesting, timber appraising, and timber damage and theft assessment. The crown is conical when young, later developing wispy, horizontal branches. Fen spearheaded a campaign to defeat the industrysponsored compact for maines forests, then formed a coalition with other environmental organizations in maine.
It is very symmetrical and graceful in its growth habit. The service is now taking nominations for the 20112012 maine register of big trees through dec. By andrew kekacs a century after it was first published, forest trees of maine remains an outstanding resource for people who want to learn more about the maine woods. The pine tree state sits in the far northeastern corner of the united states, along the canadian border. Our district foresters know more about maine s trees and woodlands than almost anyone. Jdi offers a wide range of opportunities that fit your skills, interests and passion.
The tallest tree in maine is said to be a 5 foot tall red spruce located in blanchard. Wellnamed, the state tree representing maine is the eastern white pine. Forest trees of maine spiralbound january 1, 2008 by maine forest service author 5. Nontimber forest products university of maine cooperative. Providing the best products and services has been jdis focus. The health and safety of our visitors and staff is of utmost concern to baxter state park. Native to regions in canada, the great lakes, and the appalachia, the eastern white pine is a large conifer, sometimes reaching heights well over 200 feet. Sizes range from 5 gallon shrubs to trees anywhere from 1 to 5 caliper. Forest service, forest inventory and analysis fia program of the northern research station. Maine timberland wilderness realty maine land sale.
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