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Join the Maine Forest Service in two upcoming events to learn more about the status of emerald ash borer in Maine and management techniques you can use to slow the spread.
Tuesday, July 7, 2:30 PM and 3:30 PM, Rumford Community Forest, 161 Isthmus Rd, Rumford, ME.
Join USDA APHIS researcher Dr. Phillip Lewis for a demonstration of insecticide injection techniques to protect ash trees from the emerald ash borer. These sessions will share helpful tips and tricks for those with some injection experience, as well as the basics for beginners. Fill out the registration form so we can contact you if the event is cancelled.
Wednesday, July 29, 9:30 AM, Parkman Hill Farm, Madison, ME.
The Maine DACF and Somerset Woods Trustees are hosting a workshop to update public tree and forest managers and public works staff along with interested community members on the known status of emerald ash borer in Maine, local and state management efforts, municipal support opportunities, and will include plenty of time for Q&A. Register online for this event.
Dr. Phil Lewis (Center) demonstrates ash injection technologies in a brown ash site in Central Maine.
If you require an accommodation or service to participate, please contact us at dacf@maine.gov or (207) 287-3200 at least 5 days prior to the event.
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