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For the Love of Forests, Yatsevitch Forest

The Forest Society is working to expand the beautiful Michael M. and Claudia Yatsevitch Forest in Cornish and Plainfield with a 164-acre addition in Plainfield.

This rolling mixed northern hardwood forest in the Upper Valley is known for sweet soils that support extraordinary plant diversity.

The addition lands, owned by the Yeaton family since 1968, would protect forested frontage on Blow-me-down Brook as it meanders along Stage Road near the Hell Hollow village in Plainfield. The brook is a tributary of the Connecticut River and the subject of many works of art by the Cornish Colony artists.

The Yatsevitch Forest was established in 1995 with an 800-acre land donation. This would be the fourth addition to the reservation, bringing it to nearly 1,200 acres in Forest Society ownership, which is bordered by more than 700 acres held in conservation easements.

The majority of the expense of this project will be supported through the generous donation of land by the landowner. With the help of gifts and pledges from nearly 100 donors, the Forest Society has successfully raised $50,000 to cover project expenses and stewardship costs. Any funds received in excess of the $50,000 goal will contribute to the reservation stewardship fund that supports the perpetual management of these lands. Thank you to all who have contributed!

(Last Update: 11-22-21)

A path through the woods at Yatsevitch Forest. (Photo: Leah Hart)

Your donation will help us care for the Yatsevitch Forest in perpetuity.