 Led by Maine Forest Service staff, this event is designed for landowners, loggers, foresters and other interested parties who want to understand how these changes may impact their operations. This workshop will include a presentation followed by a visit to a nearby site on actively managed forest lands.
What you'll learn:
- The upcoming rule change and its implications for timber harvesting operations in unorganized areas.
- How the transition will be implemented.
- Key standards for timber harvesting and related activities in shoreland zones.
This is a free training, but pre-registration is required. Workshops in Bethel (November 14), and Ashland (November 21) are still available.
If you have any questions, please contact Brian holland at 207.215.0679 or [email protected]
Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025
Location: Jeff’s Catering, 15 Littlefield Way, Brewer, ME
University of Maine - Forest Products Showcase Preview
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Shane O’Neill, Forest Industry Business Development Manager (Moderator)
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Ben Herzog (Wood Products and Composites)
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Tom Schwartz (Biofuels and Biochemicals)
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Colleen Walker (Nanocellulose and Sustainable Packaging)
The University of Maine hosts world-class research, facilities, and partnerships to spark innovation and growth in Maine’s forest economy. Join us to hear about ways the University is working to develop the next generation of Maine forest products across multiple product categories.
This is a preview of the University of Maine’s upcoming Forest Products Showcase Day (PDF) (November 19 – register here), which shows how the University can partner with existing and emerging companies to bring new or improved forest products from the lab to the consumer. This is a unique opportunity to get an understanding of emerging forest products and how Maine is a leader in bringing new products to market. Log A Load for Kids Presentation Prior to the evening speakers, we will be joined by Dana Doran of the Professional Logging Contractors of the Northeast to present the funds raised during the 2025 Northern Maine Log A Load for Kids Golf Tournament to the Northern Light Hospital team and their 2025 Children’s Miracle Family.
Registration is $30 for Members and $40 for Non-Members - Payable at the door. Payment via cash, check or credit card is also accepted.
Pre-registration is requested to ensure an accurate headcount for meals.
To register, please email the name of the attendee(s) to Eric Kingsley at [email protected] by Tuesday, November 4
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