The Maine Department of Conservation has published a new edition of the guidebook Forest Trees of Maine, Centennial Edition 1908-2008. The 14th edition of this popular publication is a special centennial edition and has been significantly improved for the occasion. This 178 page guidebook offers something for everyone, including easy cross-referenced identification for veteran naturalists, and also a step-by-step process for those less experienced. The book focuses on the “commercially important” trees of Maine and also a few important non-native trees for a total of 78 identifications. Each tree is shown in sharp color photography of its leaves, bark and cones or buds.

A positive review of this guidebook can be read in an article in the Bangor Daily News.

The guidebook should be of great use to anyone who wishes to know more about the large flora of Maine. A hard copy of this book can be ordered by clicking here for $7 per copy or a digital copy may be downloaded by clicking here at no cost. (This download is approximately 90 MB)