SANDISFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Over 380 acres of land were acquired by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to support ecological health and public access.

The property is located in Sandisfield in Berkshire County, west of Route 8 along the Farmington River between Sandisfield State Forest and Tolland State Forest.

“This acquisition protects an important stretch of connected forestland that both wildlife and people depend on,” said DCR Commissioner Nicole LaChapelle.

By conserving this land, we are strengthening biodiversity and climate resilience, safeguarding clean water resources, and ensuring this land remains a place where people can connect with nature and enjoy the outdoors for generations to come.”

The acquisition was announced on Monday. A potential future water supply as well as deer, moose, mink, turkey and bear will now be protected as a part of the DCR’s Land Protection Program.

The state hopes to protect 30 percent of our lands and waters by 2030 and 40 percent by 2050.

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