The sawmill program at Mountain View Correctional Facility (MVCF) in Charleston, Maine is a multi-faceted operation dedicated to producing quality lumber while providing participants with valuable, hands-on training.
Through a Department of Labor–certified apprenticeship program, participants develop in-demand skills that can be directly applied in the workforce after release. The program emphasizes both technical expertise and workplace readiness, helping build a strong foundation for future employment.
Participants gain experience in:
- Sawyer operations
- Log utilization and grading
- Quality control methods
- Kiln drying processes
- Planer setup and operation
- Blade sharpening
- General employment and trade skills
Products: Quality Lumber, Ready for Your Next Project
In addition to training, the MVCF sawmill produces a wide range of high-quality lumber products, available in both kiln-dried and green options to meet your needs.
- Hemlock framing lumber
- Hemlock boards and beams
- Grade stakes
- Hardwood boards (varied species)
- Pine boards (including combed surface options)
- Pine beams
- Pine V-match boards
- Pine novelty siding
- Pine log siding
- Pine shiplap boards
- Sawdust
- Bagged shavings (as available)
Serving the Community
The MVCF sawmill proudly serves the public, as well as state agencies and municipalities. Pricing is based on current market rates, with wholesale discounts available for qualifying bulk orders.
For pricing, custom sawing services, or to place an order, please contact the mill directly.
