Date/Time
Sep 20, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Walk the Woods, See Exemplary Forestry in Action!
Join New England Forestry Foundation (NEFF) for a tour through an active timber harvest at the Allen Whitney Memorial Forest in Manchester, Maine, where you’ll witness sustainable, climate-smart forestry in action! This approximately two-hour guided hike will offer a first-hand look at Exemplary Forestry practices, including invasive species control, crop tree release, white pine pruning, and harvesting. Ask questions, explore the landscape, and discover how NEFF is shaping the future of New England’s forests. This event will take place rain or shine. Registration requested – see event link.
What to Expect
- Moderate Hike: 1 to 1.5 miles through varying terrain, including exposed roots, branches, rocks, and harvest debris
- Sustained Grades: The hike will include prolonged inclines of up to 10 percent
- Expert Guidance: NEFF Managing Forester Mike Redante will explain sustainable, climate-smart harvesting techniques and answer questions