Recently a request was submitted to the Maine Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC) by Weyerhaeuser, a forestland owner in the Moosehead area, to dissolve the terms of the Moosehead Lake Region Concept Plan. The Concept Plan, which was approved by LUPC’s predecessor agency in 2009, re-zoned … [Read more...]
The bee tree blooms
When you step outside the FSM office right now, you’ll likely notice the sweet scent of the bee tree wafting on the breeze. There are quite a few bee trees, more commonly known as linden or basswood, in our downtown Bangor neighborhood. They’ve grown tall enough to shade the sidewalks and grace us … [Read more...]
Upta Camp: A Maine Tradition
This story first appeared in the 2019 spring edition of Forest View, FSM’s biannual newsletter. Ever heard the phrase “Upta camp”? It refers to one of Maine’s cherished traditions—spending time at camp. It’s such a pervasive part of Maine culture that even if you don’t have a camp, chances are … [Read more...]
Swan Internship Program Begins
The Forest Society of Maine is happy to welcome Carlton Scott as the very first participant in our Swan Internship Program. This opportunity is made possible by a generous bequest by long-time donors and Attean Circle members Hank and Freda Swan. Hank was a founding board member and a leader in … [Read more...]
People Support FSM in Many Ways
FSM is fortunate to have friends that have made an annual gift for decades in support of our ongoing work. And many of these same folks, along with others, make special gifts on occasion—either in support of a specific project or in memory of a friend. These gifts are being made via check, credit … [Read more...]
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