HC Haynes, Inc. Statement regarding recent News Stories

September 27, 2012

Dear customers:

Media outlets have recently reported a story regarding indictments of Enfield, Maine corporation Haynes Timberland and five people.

Since that story broke, we have received some calls from concerned customers under the mistaken impression that H.C. Haynes was somehow involved, which we are not.

In an effort to clarify any confusion regarding company names, we at H.C. Haynes assure you that our business is a separate company from Haynes Timberland, with a separate management team.

Based in Winn, Maine, H.C. Haynes Inc. is a distinct operation, family owned and operated by the Haynes family since its founding in 1963.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Sincerely,

Jay Haynes

President, H.C. Haynes, Inc.