Innovation Meets Tradition at Andrew Pearce Bowls

Andrew Pearce Bowls turns out beautiful products using by innovating a traditional craft.

Passage of the Inflation Reduction Act: An Opportunity for the Northern Forest

The Inflation Reduction Act marks the United States' largest investment in combating climate change, with $369 billion designated for climate and energy funding. Here are some highlights of how the Inflation Reduction Act will benefit the region.

Wild With Gratitude

Tales from the trails from Bike Borderlands Ambassador Joe Fox.

The Case for Modern Wood Heating

To make a meaningful dent in emissions, we need an all-renewables approach, not one that pits renewables against each other.

Caught in the Middle: Why We Need Housing Solutions for Young Professionals

Young people are increasingly left out of the housing market and quality rental units are nearly impossible to find in Northern Forest communities.

Measuring Up: Making the Grade as an Ideal Community

The challenge of attracting new residents to our beautiful and natural resource-rich part of the world is both complex and exciting.

What the Proposed Infrastructure Funding Means for the Northern Forest: A First Look

In the rural Northern Forest, federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act present both unique opportunities and challenges for communities hoping to access federal dollars to improve critical infrastructure. Here are some of the highlights and key issues the Center has been tracking as the bill progresses.

$317,000 Awarded to Help Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont Communities Improve Recreation Opportunities 

Grants from the Northern Forest Destination Development Initiative will help 11 communities and organizations serve residents and visitors with improved outdoor recreation opportunities. 

New Strategy Focuses on Attracting New Residents to the Adirondacks 

A new strategy released today by the Northern Forest Center outlines how Adirondack communities can arrest demographic and economic decline by attracting new residents. With an aging population, many Adirondack communities are struggling to maintain strong schools, a robust workforce, and vital civic institutions.  

New Wayfinding Design to Serve Visitors and Local Business in Katahdin Region

Partners in the Katahdin Region have created a “wayfinding” design concept to help visitors find the outdoor experiences and local businesses they need to make the most of their visit to the area.