The 2023 Forests of Maine Teachers’ Tours brought Maine educators to commercial timberlands, recreation areas, mills, conservation lands, and family forests. Immersed in hands-on professional development, teachers learned about Maine’s forest industry, forest ecology, green jobs opportunities for their students, and accessible models of outdoor education at any grade level. Read all about the experience in the Teachers’ Tour Story Map!
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