Gardiner Woodlot

Woolwich, 125 miles from campus
90 acres

Owner: University of Maine Foundation

History: This woodlot was donated to the University by Margaret Gardiner in 1995.

General Description: This is a mixed species woodlot that has over 1,500′ frontage on salt water. It has a system of horse trails traversing it. A salvage of hemlock trees killed by the Hemlock looper was conducted in 1993.

Current Uses: The woodlot is used for horseback riding by a local club. It will be managed for multiple uses with recreational use and timber production as the primary objectives.

Potential Uses: This woodlot is available for research uses if compatible with the above-mentioned objectives.