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School of Forest Resources LogoWelcome to the UMaine School of Forest Resources! As one of the oldest and most respected forest resource programs in the country, our faculty and students are at the forefront of innovative education and research in managing forests, protecting landscapes, and meeting society’s ever-growing and diverse needs from the forest.

Student Focus

Patrick Lyons
My work is funded through the Center for Research on Sustainable Forests, (CRSF) in particular on the Family Forests Project. Family forests are defined as forested land from 10 to 1000 acres. In Maine this accounts for over 5.7 million acres of land, with approximately 120,000 owners. Read More in Student Focus.

Slideshows

The School of Forest Resources has a long history, and in 2003 we celebrated our 100th anniversary. Here are some photos from the event held at Nutting Hall where we unveiled the 100th Anniversary limited edition UMaine Bear by renowned sculptor, Forest Hart. View this slideshow.

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Prospective Students

Our students prepare for careers sustainably managing forestlands, designing nature-based recreation and tourism opportunities, and developing wood-based bioproducts for a renewable green economy.

Videos

Alumni & Friends

Robert Crowley (B.S. 1975)
UMaine School of Forestry alum Robert Crowley was recently named the winner of the 17th episode of CBS Survivor: Gabon–Earth’s Last Eden. Bob, 57, is the oldest contestant to ever win the show, and took home a $1 million prize. Crowley lives in Portland, Maine, and teaches high school physics in Gorham. Read More in Alumni & Friends.

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Spotlights

UMaine and Tribes Work to Protect Brown Ash
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an introduced beetle from Asia which was first detected in Detroit in 2002. Since then, EAB has spread to 14 states and Canada, and is currently just 120 miles from Maine. Read More in Spotlights.