A Special Thank you: The Agricultural and Forestry Commission is one of the newest Stockbridge commissions and yet it really hit the ground running. They gave out trees for planting on Arbor Day. They ushered in Ice Glen’s formal induction into the National Old-Growth Forest Network at a lovely ceremony. With their input, the Town completed the process and awarded a grant to treat the infested trees in Ice Glen. Thank you and congratulations to Matt Boudreau, Chair, and all the hard-working members of the Agricultural and Forestry Commission.

Old Growth Forest Network Thanks the Town

To the Selectboard, Agricultural and Forestry Commission, Conservation Commission, Laurel Hill Association and to the people of the Town of Stockbridge: We are delighted to recognize Ice Glen as part of the Old-Growth Forest Network, a growing alliance dedicated to the preservation of unique and beautiful native forests across the U.S. Our nation’s original forests have been reduced to a tiny fraction of their former magnificence. The Old-Growth Forest Network is working to designate one forest in every county where people can always experience their natural heritage and nurture a deeper relationship with the natural world. Like the trees we love, the supporters of the Old-Growth Forest Network stand together to ensure these forests will never be logged. Dedicated individuals and caring communities make this promise possible, and we are grateful to all who have worked tirelessly to preserve Ice Glen. It was a complete pleasure for me to come and be part of the forest dedication last week. Thank you for your work and thank you for partnering with us. We are honored to have Ice Glen in the Network. Congratulations! Sarah RobbGrieco Northeast Regional Manager

Sarah RobbGrieco, Regional Manager, Old Growth Forest Network