Woods Wise Wire, January 17, 2023: Snowshoe with a Forester at the Law Farm in Dover-Foxcroft lnks.gd/2/zWj7qh

Woods Wise Wire, January 31, 2023: FRA Forestry Forum Meeting Announcement; Lunch With a Forester: Tree Growth Tax Law Webinar; Forestry tools to help locate and protect Globally Imperiled species in Maine lnks.gd/2/zp-x2b

Woods Wise Wire, February 7, 2023: Lunch With a Forester: Tree Growth Tax Law Webinar lnks.gd/2/ztdPRN

"Enjoy Maine agriculture activities this winter" pressherald.com/?p=6915329

How do we celebrate Monday at Rural Development ? By awarding our partners at CEI $8 Million dollars to support small farmers and processors through critical processing capacity building that's how! Rural America will not be left behind. 🧵rd.usda.gov/newsroom/news-…

Today, I joined dairy farmers and producers from across our state for a milk toast to Maine’s Dairy industry! Dairy farms are a cornerstone of Maine’s agricultural industry, of our rural communities, and of our economy as a whole.

Wishing a very Happy 103rd Birthday to Maine’s “Lobster Lady,” Virginia Oliver! 2023 is Ginny’s 95th year hauling traps! newscentermaine.com/article/news/l…

Hurricane & Tropical Storm Watches have been issued for parts of the state for #HurricaneLee. These watches may become warnings as the storm continues to approach Maine. Do you know the difference between a watch and a warning? 1/2

"By bringing together stakeholders from these diverse backgrounds, an agri-tourism summit aims to facilitate collaboration, exchange of ideas, and the development of strategies to promote and sustain agri-tourism initiatives in Maine" bit.ly/48nbrJ0

February is Browntail Moth Awareness Month in Maine. Here's how you can make an impact- 1️⃣​ Recognize and Remove Winter Webs: 🧐 maine.gov/dacf/mfs/fores…. 2️⃣​ Consider Professional Assistance: 🔎 maine.gov/dacf/mfs/fores…. 3️⃣​ ​Collaborate:🤝 maine.gov/dacf/mfs/fores….

In our Friday, February 23 press release announcing National Invasive Species Awareness Week, we listed the wrong email address for the Maine Natural Areas Program. The correct address is [email protected]. Read more at maine.gov/dacf/about/new….

Biologists from the DACF are asking for the public’s help finding locations of two severely invasive plants: Japanese Stiltgrass (Microstegium vinimeum) and Perennial Pepperweed (Lepidium latifolium). maine.gov/dacf/about/new…. #NISAW #MNAP #GoBotany

We have no doubt that Maine’s first total solar eclipse since 1963 will have been worth the wait. But you’ll likely face another wait – traffic – after the event. Prepare accordingly! For more safety and travel tips, visit maine.gov/eclipse2024. #MEEclipse24

It’s no joke – it's spring in Maine, and black bears are out of their dens and looking for food! Black bear attacks are uncommon, but they act aggressively if surprised or cornered. Stay clear! For more safety and travel tips, visit maine.gov/eclipse2024 #MEEclipse24

Time is running out to snag a pair of ISO-certified eclipse glasses. Grab a pair before they sell out! For more safety and travel tips, visit maine.gov/eclipse2024 #MEEclipse24

It’s a good idea to plan as if you will get stuck in traffic on April 8. Pack an Eclipse Car Kit so that no one is hungry or bored while you are waiting. Here are some ideas of what to include. For more safety and travel tips, visit maine.gov/eclipse2024 #MEEclipse24

Feathers Over Freeport gets underway today at 6 PM. Everyone is invited to meet at Mast Landing in Freeport for Brad Zitske's piping plover presentation.

The Maine Natural Areas Program has introduced an updated marsh migration model and a comprehensive report. Read more at maine.gov/dacf/about/new….

The two-week countdown to the Summer #FancyFoodShow is on! Join #Maine for the best specialty food discovery event of the year. Register here (for qualified food-industry professionals and press only): #wefancy #FancyFoodShow i.snoball.it/p/KnpF/t/11

For neighbors nearby Reid State Park, we have Halloween fun starting at 5 PM this Fri. 👀 maine.gov/dacf/parks/dis…