Visitors to the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray will get a special treat on June 28 as professional chainsaw carver Ron Carlson demonstrates his craft and displays his artwork.

Carlson began woodcarving in the 1960s and enjoyed the hobby, but a friend introduced him to chainsaw carving in the 1990s.

The speed and versatility of chainsaw carving amazed him, and he went into the chainsaw carving business in 1993.

Since then Carlson has carved thousands of pieces. He now specializes in carving bears, because they’re fun to carve, and a challenge to give personality and character to.

Carlson has carved nearly every animal imaginable, and has also done some odd custom requests, including the seven dwarfs and giant gorillas on safari.

Carlson’s displays will be on exhibit from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Admission to the park is free for ages 3 and under, $4 for those 5-12, $6 for adults and $4.50 for seniors.

For more information, call the park at 657-4977 or go to www.mainewildlifepark.com.

Greenland Point aid available

Youngsters interested in attending a summer camp at Greenland Point Center in Princeton can still receive financial aid packages.

The center still has some scholarships available, including a limited number of full scholarships for their summer programs.

The camp has 10 weeks of summer youth offerings available for students of various ages.

For more information, go to www.greenlandpoint.com, or contact the camp at 796-5186 or by e-mail at greenlandpoint@verizon.net.

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