About – Research – Education – Program News
About
The Holt Research Forest is the site of long-term forest ecosystem research in Arrowsic, Maine. Maine TREE acquired the 350-acre property in 2014 through a merger with the Holt Woodland Research Foundation. The woods are predominantly a dry ridge, oak-pine ecosystem, in Maine’s coastal climatic and midcoast biophysical regions.
Research
About – Research – Education – Program News
The Holt Research Forest research plan emphasizes two goals: (1) Monitor long-term changes in the forest’s plant and animal populations; and (2) Document the effect of forest management on these populations.
Every summer, interns are hired to live and work at the Holt Research Forest in Arrowsic. These internship opportunities that give college level and early career professionals an opportunity to gain valuable field and research experience.
Visit HoltForest.org to learn more about the Holt Research Forest and its decades of research
Education
About – Research – Education – Program News
Workshops and education programming has always been part of the HRF mission. A new outdoor classroom and interpretive trail are helping to increase opportunities to communicate with the public the findings and benefits of long-term forest ecosystem research. Maine TREE is excited to continue offering programs at the Holt Research Forest for the public to enjoy.
Holt Research Forest News
About – Research – Education – Program News
- 2023 Year in Review
At Maine TREE Foundation, forest-based education and workforce development were key themes in 2023. With a dedicated and creative staff, we accomplished a great deal… - We’ve Grown…
We’re thrilled to announce the addition of the first-ever Holt Research Forest Fellow. - Join Our Team!
We’re currently hiring a Forest Programs Coordinator and multiple seasonal Forest Technicians. Scroll down to read complete job descriptions and learn how to apply.