BELGRADE LAKES, Maine (AP) _ Maine conservation and forestry officials are going around the state in August and September to educate the public about how to recognize and help control invasive forest pests.
Maine Soil & Water Conservation District is offering the free presentations for landowners, forest professionals, landscapers and others. State officials say the sessions are designed to help residents understand the threats to forests and woodlands posed by the pests, and how to report suspected sightings.
The presentations began on Aug. 15 and are scheduled to continue until Sept. 16. The next one is scheduled for Aug. 30 in Belgrade Lakes. There will also be forest pest displays at events all over the state until mid-November.