This six-week course is intended to give participants a better understanding of forest management in Maine. The course will provide basic instruction for landowners or people who want to better read the landscape on: forestry, wildlife, ecological and recreation management. The classes will be hosted by the Maine Forest Service District Forester, Mike Richard and will include guest speakers. 

**Please note that as a Public Servant, the instructor receives no financial benefit from this course. All proceeds go to MSAD#44 Continuing and Adult Education to continue to be able to offer courses such as this. 

Topics to be covered over the course weeks include; 

Forest Terminology, Landowner Goals, Deeds & Boundaries, Timber Tresspass and Wildfire, Management Plans & Cost-Share Programs, Non-timber Forest Products, Tree Planting and Timber Stand Improvment, Common Diseases & Insect Pests, Silviculture, Wildlife Managment, Chainsaw Safety Basics, Consulting Forestry~Forestry Rules and Regulations, and possibly a field trip. 

Six weeks beginning Tuesday March 4th. 

Extra Session Possible; Optional Field Trip TBD

When: Tuesdays; 6 weeks starting March 4th 2025

Time: 6-8 p,m. 

Where: Tesltar Adult Education 

Tuition: $25