Maine’s northern forests are important to the biodiversity of the world by Erica Kaufmann, Forestland Steward The first summer I worked as a Forest Society of Maine (FSM) steward, I took a monitoring trip up Big Spencer Mountain. It was early July; the weather was sticky and hot, and my colleague and I spent the day picking our way over rocks, ladders, and the half-brittle tree crowns … [Read more...]

It is with great sadness that the Forest Society of Maine (FSM) announces the passing of FSM advisory council member George W. Browning.   George served on FSM's board for many years before joining the advisory council. During this time, he actively promoted numerous conservation projects and helped expand FSM's network of supporters. In addition to his role on the advisory council, … [Read more...]

As printed in FSM's newsletter, Forest View, Spring 2018. Forest habitat is working to make your quality of life better 24/7 whether you live near woods or hundreds of miles away. If you live near the woods you may see firsthand how forests are beneficial, but if you live in a city you may find yourself wondering how forestland, particularly forestland hours away, benefits you. Perhaps you aren’t … [Read more...]