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2007 Maine Innovation Index
A compilation of 24 indicators measuring Maine's economic capacity and progress
toward competing in an innovation-driven economy. |
economy, innovation, future, capacity, Maine |
free dowload
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2020 Vision, Volume IV:
Private Land Stewardship
A 40-page, full-color publication, focusing exclusively on private property management in the Adirondack Park. |
Adirondacks, environment, conservation easements, land, preservation |
free download
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Balancing the Multiple Objectives of Conservation Programs
Many of the Nation’s conservation programs use an index approach to prioritize environmental and cost objectives. Report provides empirical evidence on the cost and environmental benefit tradeoffs of different weighting schemes. |
Conservation programs, environmental benefit tradeoffs, conservation program design |
free download
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Beyond Brown Paper
An interactive, online exhibition of images selected from more than 11,000 historical photographs of New Hampshire’s North Country collected by Brown Paper. Users can share information in French or English. |
historical photographs, logging |
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"Big Tree" Listings
Each Northern Forest state maintains a database of largest trees by height, circumference and species. A national listing is also maintained. |
trees, biggest (height, cirucumference), species, state listings |
none
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Blog for Woodland Owners
Useful and free resources for private woodland owners and managers from a variety of resources around the country. |
forestry, taxes, management plan, news, video, guides |
free |
www.woodlandowners.blogspot.com
National Woodland Owners Association
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Carriers of Culture:
Akwesaskne Mohawk Basketry Traditions DVD
An interview with Sheree Bonaparte, St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, held at the Smithsonian Institution's 2006 Folklife Festival brings insight into the Native perspective of basketry.
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native basketry, black ash logs, sweetgrass, Akwesasne Mohawk |
$20
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Climate Change, Carbon, and the Forests of the Northeast
This report marks the first time that climate change impacts, carbon policy recommendations and forest management challenges in the Northeast have been interconnected and distilled into practical, attainable strategies for use by forest managers.
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carbon, forestry, climate |
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Forest Guild
Bob Perschel
Northeast Region Director
The Forest Guild
508-756-4625
bob.perschel@verizon.net
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Cohos Trail
The Cohos Trail is 162-miles of remote, wild and rugged hiking trail from the White Mountains to the Canadian Border. General information available at website. Guidebook and detailed nine-map set available for purchase.
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long distance, hiking, Coos County New Hampshire |
none
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Community Forests:
A Community Investment Strategy
Describes how a new model for Community Forests can deliver community, economic
and conservation benefits to rural communities of northern New England. Based on interviews, other research and case studies.
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Community forests |
free download
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Cotswold Furniture Makers
The Cotswold Furniture gallery on the Mountain Road in Stowe displays furniture designs by John Lomas made with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified lumber cut from the Northern Forests.
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handmade furniture, Forest Stewardship Council-certified furniture |
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John Lomas
802-253-3710
stowe@cotswoldfurniture.com |
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CulturePass
Documents the wide range of cultural, historic, folk, traditional, fine arts and craft practices of the greater Passamaquoddy region. Search, browse, events calendar features. Weekly email subscription available.
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Passamaquoddy, culture, arts, tradition, database, calendar |
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The Economic Importance and Wood Flows of the States of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York, 2007
Four individual booklets are part of a series on the economic importance and value of forest-based manufacturing and forest-related recreation and tourism in the four-state North East State Foresters Assocation region.
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forestry, economy, manufacturing, recreation, tourism |
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North East State Foresters Assocation
nefa@inrsllc.com
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Draft Handbook for Developing Watershed Plans to Restore and Protect Our Waters
Intended to help communities, watershed organizations, and state, local, tribal and federal environmental agencies develop and implement watershed plans to meet water quality standards and protect water resources.
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watershed, water, planning, partnerships |
free by download or by contacting NSCEP
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National Service Center for Environmental Publications (NSCEP)
800-490-9198
ncepimal@bps-lmit.com |
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Environmental Protection Agency
Site provides, upcoming news and events, resources and provides links to other sites concerned with environmental protection and community stewardship.
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environment, New England, events, news |
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Environmental Protection Agency:
Region 1
(New England)
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Family Forest Legacy Planning
The future of America's family forests hinges on owners and heirs talking about the legacy envisioned for their land. The U.S. Forest Service's website offers resources to get the discussion started.
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stewardship, family forest, estate planning, easement, trusts, conservation |
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Bob Fitzhenry
USDA Forest Service
rfitzhenry@fs.fed.us |
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Farms and Farm Markets in Somerset and Franklin County Areas (Maine)
Free booklets listing dozens of local sources for fresh healthy breads, cheeses, eggs, fruits and berries, meats, milk, vegetables and seedlings produced on farms in the region.
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locally grown, locally raised, Maine |
free download; free at locations throughout the region
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Western Mountains Alliance
207-778-3885
info@westernmountainsalliance.org |
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Forest Discovery Trail
A living classroom in ecological management. The 1.5 mile loop trail leads through 85 acres, exhibiting forest practices patterned after natural disturbances, highlighted at 10 stops. Curriculum available online. |
forestry, education, hiking |
free |
White Mountain National Forest's Forest Discovery Trail
Clare Long
603-528-8707
cclong@fs.fed.us |
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Forestry Letter Series Newsletter
New CD available with the entire 6-issue, 48-page set of Forestry Letter Series Newsletter publications. Resource for woodlot owners seeking professional advice. |
forestry, forest management, forest stewardship |
$20 |
Greater Adirondack Resource
Conservation & Development
518-623-3090
garcd1@hughes.net |
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Geoffrey Warner Studio
In coastal Maine Geoffrey Warner handcrafts fine furniture and cabinetry with practicality, integrity and beauty which endures for proud and satisfied customers to pass on to their children and grandchildren. | custom cabinetry, fine furniture |
varies |
www.geoffreywarnerstudio.com
Geoffrey Warner Studio
Stonington, ME
207-367-6555
info@geoffreywarnerstudio.com |
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Glossary of Woodchip Heating Terminology
A resource of woodchip heating terminology, from "Appliance Efficiency" to "Woodchips."
| biomass, definitions |
free |
www.biomasscenter.org/
Biomass Energy Resource Center
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Maine Fiberarts Tour Map: Studios & Farms
A colorfully-illustrated, self-guided 24x36" map listing 144 fiber destinations statewide. Details a “fiber trail” for visitors traveling to the beautiful state of Maine. 2008 edition currently collecting listings; please contact.
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studios, farms, fiber, art |
free at locations throughout Maine;
$5 by mail |
www.mainefiberarts.org/
Maine Fiberarts
207-721-0678
info@mainefiberarts.org |
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Maine Tree Club
An educational project designed for people of all ages to learn about trees. A collaborative effort of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, the Maine Forest Service and the Pine Tree State Arboretum.
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education, trees, Maine |
$20/person;
$30/couple;
$35/family;
$65/group up to 15 |
www.umaine.edu/umext/mainetreeclub/MTC.htm
Maine Tree Club
800-287-1471
lelwell@umext.maine.edu |
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Mammal Tracks and Scat: Life Size Tracking Guide
This field guide for mammal tracking is waterproof and the drawings are life-size. Designed to be carried through brush, bramble and snow banks, and emerge unscathed. Geared for the Northeast.
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animal tracking |
$19.95 |
www.heartwoodpress.com
Heartwood Press
802-254-4717
forester.lynn@gmail.com |
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MERCURY MATTERS: Linking Mercury Science with Public Policy in the Northeastern United States
Two studies identify known and suspected biological mercury hotspots in the Northeast. Concludes mercury pollution trading as allowed in the recent EPA Clean Air Mercury Rule could perpetuate these hotspots.
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mercury, pollution |
free download |
www.hubbardbrookfoundation.org/article/view/13188/1/2076/
Hubbard Brook Foundation
603-653-0390 |
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Native Plants: A 2002 Maine Source List
This bulletin contains a list of Maine nurseries and garden centers that sell native plants. |
indigenous/native plants, retail, wholesale, Maine, Q&A |
free |
www.umext.maine.edu/onlinepubs/htmpubs/2502.htm
University of Maine Cooperative Extension
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New England Guide to Weed Control in Field Corn
Offers a comprehensive approach to weed management in field corn, discussing commonly used herbicides, timing of applications, and alternative controls that reduce herbicide use and risks to the environment. Includes tables listing corn herbicides registered for use in New England, their relative effectiveness, and modes of action. |
farming, weed control, dairy producers |
free download;
$3 by mail |
www.extensionpubs.umext.maine.edu/ePOS/
University of Maine Cooperative Extension
Books & Publications
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North Country Folklore Online
An introductory resource of educational materials about folklore, folk culture and traditional arts of the North Country of New York State. Taped interviews, photographs, video recordings and other materials.
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folklore, traditional arts, online library |
free |
www.northcountryfolklore.org/
North Country Folklore Online
Traditional Arts
in Upstate New York (TAUNY)
315-386-4289
info@tauny.org |
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Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA)
A non-profit organization of nearly 4,000 farmers, gardeners and consumers working to promote healthy food, organic farming practices and a cleaner environment. Chapters in all four Northern Forest states. |
organic farming |
free |
www.nofa.org/
Northeast Organic Farming Association
Bill Duesing
203-888-5146
bduesing@cs.com |
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Northern Appalachian/Acadian Ecoregion Conservation Planning Atlas
Provides transboundary environmental information to land owners, land managers,
landuse planners, and conservation and community groups in the region to support
sustainable landuse and conservation planning. Includes interactive atlas maps, data warehouse, map gallery. |
maps, boundaries, conservation |
free |
www.2c1forest.org/atlas/index.html
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Northeastern States Research Cooperative (NSRC)
A website for the general public, landowners, natural resource practitioners, researchers, and anyone else interested in learning more about the Northern Forest. NSRC is a competitive grant program supporting cross-disciplinary, collaborative research in the Northern Forest. |
Northern Forest, research, website |
free |
www.nsrcforest.org/
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Northern Forest Regional Projects Inventory
Easy to use searchable access to the wealth of research that has been done about the Northern Forest in several fields. Part of the Center’s the Sustainable Economy Initiative project.
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database, reports, economic sectors |
free |
www.northernforest.org
Northern Forest Center
603-229-0679
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Northern Forest Wealth Index
The Northern Forest Wealth Index [2000] represents an effort to identify and assess the core assets and values important to the Northern Forest’s overall wealth/well-being. It builds on the region’s emerging identity by looking beyond debates and exploring a deeper meaning of regional wealth—one which considers the well-being of the Northern Forest’s communities, its culture, economy, educational systems and environment.
[ Download a sample here. PDF 1.16 MB] |
Northern Forest, economics, industry, community |
shipping & handling;
contact for specifics
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www.northernforest.org
Kelly Short
The Northern Forest Center
603-229-0679, ext. 105
kshort@northernforest.org |
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The Outside Story:
Local writers explore the nature of New Hampshire and Vermont
An almanac of favorite articles from the Wellborn Ecology Series, which runs in newspapers across NH and VT. Published by Northern Woodlands in association with the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.
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ecology, articles, NH, VT |
$19.95;
bulk purchase rates available
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www.northernwoodlands.org
Amy Peberdy
Northern Woodlands
800-290-5232
amy@northernwoodlands.org |
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| Rivers, Trails and Conservation Assistance Program Community assistance arm of the National Park Service. Provides technical assistance to community groups, local, State, and federal government agencies to conserve rivers, preserve open space, and develop trails and greenways. |
rivers, trails, open space, conservation |
none |
www.nps.gov/ncrc/programs/rtca/index.htm
Steve Golden
Northeast Program Leader
617-223-5123
steve_golden@nps.gov
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Smallwood Utilization Network Forum and News Archive
Website includes breaking news from the forest and timber industries, feature stories, press releases, events and resources. Log in to participate in discussions. |
archives, events, news, forestry, timber |
none |
www.smallwoodnews.com/Forum/phpBB2/index.php
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Snowshoes: A Gift from Gluskabe
Website, part of the Hudson Museum, includes introduction to the history of snowshoes in North America, with sections devoted to Maine Indian, Northeastern, Franco-American, Contemporary and Miniature snowshoes. |
snowshoes, history, musuem |
none |
www.umaine.edu/hudsonmuseum/
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TimberBuySell.com
A website where you can list your supply or needs for standing timber, logs, mill by-products or woody biomass. Post your news and events at no charge. |
Standing timber, logs, woody biomass, buy, sell |
none |
www.timberbuysell.com
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USDA Rural Development
Provides information on the economy and quality of life in rural America. Contains information on programs which provide financial aid and technical assistance which help communities undertake community empowerment. |
rural, funding, communities, support |
none |
www.rurdev.usda.gov
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Vermont WoodNet
Connects to Vermont's regional technical centers, other sites and businesses offering classes of benefit to wood products businesses. |
portal to educational opportunities in VT |
none |
www.vtwoodnet.org
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Voici the Valley Audio Story and Culture Guide.
The Cultureway follows roads on both sides of the St. John River where Northern Maine meets New Brunswick. Guide includes 80-minute cultural documentary on CD and 28 pages of maps, photographs and descriptions. |
guidebook, culture, St. John River Valley |
$15 US, plus handling (varies) |
www.voicithevalley.org
Voici the Valley Cultureway
207-728-6826
info@voicithevalley.org |
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Western Maine's Creative Expression: A Sampler
Browse a sample of the rich creative life of Western Maine. Visual art, realistic and abstract, sculpture, craft, poetry, film, art galleries and more. Exhibitors provide links to their sites.
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Arts, Crafts, Gallery, Museum, Performance, Exhibit, Creativity |
none |
www.westernmaineculture.org/WMCA_artists.html
Western Maine Cultural Alliance
proseworks@fairpoint.net |
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"What is Folklore?" Information
A multimedia presentation interweaving text, graphics, web links and audio downloads helps illustrate how understanding community life and public history can give us a better understanding of our future.
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folklife, heritage, crafts, community, tradition, identity, values |
none |
www.westernmaineculture.org/WMCA_folklore.html
Western Maine Cultural Alliance
proseworks@fairpoint.net |