A huge thank you to Bob Duchesne and everyone who joined us on Earth Day to see his “Maine is Weird” talk at the Bangor Public Library. He gave an insightful presentation that shared historical reasoning for some of Maine’s most beloved land features, as well as some of his fantastic bird photos!

An additional to thank you to everyone who participated in our Earth Day fundraising campaign. We were able to meet the goal and unlock $1,000 to support conservation in Maine.

Thank you, and we hope you enjoyed your Earth Day!

We’re hiring! FSM is seeking to add a VP of Finance and Administration to our team.

The Vice President of Finance and Administration (VPFA) is a newly created leadership position responsible for the strategic and operational oversight of the Forest Society of Maine’s financial management and administrative functions. Reporting directly to the President and CEO and serving as a key member of the leadership team, the VPFA provides organizational leadership in financial stewardship, risk management, legal compliance, human resources, information technology, capacity building, professional development, key performance indicators and other operational needs.

This is a full-time, exempt position that will be primarily based in our Bangor office.

Why work with us? FSM is a team of like-minded individuals who care about the future of Maine’s forestlands.

Read more about the position, how you can apply, and explore other opportunities here.

The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. The Forest Society of Maine became accredited by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission in 2009—the second Maine land trust to do so. Accreditation provides assurance to the public that FSM is operating at a level of proficiency and excellence.

FSM is now renewing its Land Trust Accreditation Commission (LTAC) accreditation. There is an opportunity for the public to make comments, and we invite you to participate. To learn more about the accreditation program and submit comments, visit their website or comment by email. Comments may also be mailed to the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, Attn: Public Comments, 36 Phila Street, Suite 2, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

To be included in consideration, comments should be made prior to July 19, 2025.

Mark your calendars! FSM is partnering with the Bangor Public Library to host the second in a series of conservation related presentations.

Maine is the most forested state in the US and holds a surprising second superlative: having more roads per person than any other state. This leads to unexpected interactions between Maine’s wildlife and our roadways. Roadways can attract snakes and turtles, deter predators and secretive birds, and serve as highways for vultures, moose, and other species to move between habitats. This talk will discuss the complex nature of road ecology, spanning a variety of species, habitats, and locations in Maine – from our wilderness areas to our downtowns.

Dr. Greg LeClair is the Municipal Planning Biologist in the Beginning with Habitat Program housed within MDIFW. Greg works with towns to help them achieve their conservation goals, including subjects related to habitat connectivity and roadways.

Learn more about the event and register at the link below