Forest Society Blog - News & Features

While every forest will face these challenges, the Forest Society recently had the opportunity to participate in a demonstration project centered at the Charles L. Peirce Wildlife and Forest Reservation in Stoddard and Windsor, one of the largest Forest Society properties. 

Our special guest, American folk music legend Tom Rush, attended the event at his namesake forest.

“The survival and subsequent care of the trees at the Tom Rush Forest chestnut orchard has been exemplary,” notes TACF Director of Regional Programs Kendra Collins. “It’s so wonderful to see the trees thrive through the implementation of best management practices and regular care by the volunteers.” 

This June we’re seeing a dramatic “browning” of white pine needles across the region, and many people have been asking what could be creating this change. 

With so much to accomplish during our field season, we're lucky to have their experience and expertise contributing to our work.

We urge you to contact the USFS to ask the agency to continue the long-term and peer-reviewed research at both these centers.

The only place you can find them in New England is in certain vernal pools with cold, deep, clean water.

The harvest is taking place in a portion of less than 500 acres located on the southern portion of the larger protected forest.