WoodsWISE: Woods Wise Incentives to Stewardship Enhancement
WoodsWISE by the Maine Department of Agriculture Conservation and Forestry funds science-based forest management and stewardship plans to enhance the health and resilience of Maine’s private woodlands.
Funder: Maine Department of Agriculture Conservation and Forestry
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round, subject to funding availability)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 annually for Forest Management Plans | Up to $2,500 annually for Woodland Resource Action Plans | Reimbursement of up to 50% of eligible costs
Summary: Financial incentives and planning support for Maine forestland owners to enhance woodland stewardship and resilience.
Key Information: Applicants must work with a licensed Stewardship Forester; minimum 10-year stewardship commitment required.
Description
The WoodsWISE: Woods Wise Incentives to Stewardship Enhancement program, managed by the Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, offers financial and technical assistance to private Maine forestland owners. The program aims to encourage sustainable forest management practices that improve the health, productivity, and resilience of Maine’s woodlands. Through cost-share incentives, landowners develop Woodland Resource Action Plans (WRAPs) and implement stewardship activities with the guidance of licensed Stewardship Foresters. The initiative supports both the economic and ecological well-being of Maine's forests, emphasizing long-term stewardship and collaborative planning.
