Name of Disease Complex:

Diseased Host.

Susceptible Species:

Symptoms:

Diseased Function:

Tissue:

Tree:

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Primary Stress(es) [pathogen(s)].

Factor(s) or Name(s):

Sign:

Mechanism of how disease is caused in tree:

Environments
(where disease is a problem):

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Location of Harkness Preserve:

A natural stand containing American chestnut is located in Rockport. Unfortunately, the blight is present.

Coastal Mountains Land Trust owns the preserve plus over 900 acres of the mountainous region west of Penobscot Bay as permanent conservation land. These preserves include many of the natural highlights of this area, and are managed to protect wildlife habitat and biodiversity, while providing a natural laboratory for environmental education and opportunities for low-impact outdoor recreation.

Please observe the following use restrictions on the preserves:

	wheeled vehicles and horses are not allowed due to trail damage
	camping and fires are not allowed
	hunting of predators and trapping is forbidden
	removal of wildflowers and plants is not allowed
	certain preserves have specific restrictions- please consult the preserve entry signs for details

The American Chestnut Foundation

The American Chestnut Foundation is an organization dedicated to restoring the tree to the eastern forests. For more information, go to their web site.