Our Maine Street's Aroostook Issue 2 : Fall 2010 | Page 32

Employees of Irving Woodlands in Maine are proud of the recognition they have received for their environmental efforts – including the following: •Commendations received for the 15 critical land sites within its woodlands operations •Active participation in the Maine River Quality Association. •Volunteer efforts with the St. John River Protection Zone. The company has been involved with this group for over 15 years. •The company is a recipient of the Gulf of Maine Visionary Award and is part of the Advisory Board of the nationally recognized Allagash Wilderness Waterway organization. •Internationally recognized by the World Wildlife Fund for research efforts •International recognition for research and conservation from the Atlantic Salmon Federation •Nationally recognized by the Nature Conservancy •Recognized by the U.S. Department of the Interior for research and conservation of Northern Forest Woodcock “We are proud to live, work and raise our families in Maine,” said Peter Tabor. “Our everyday work in the woods is about sustainability – for the community, the environment and for the economy.” 30 Growing Commitment FALL & WINTER 09