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07/09/2021
DEEP Forester Holds Public Outreach Walk July 15 to Outline Upcoming Forest Management Work in Great Pond Block of Massacoe State Forest
Dead Trees Near Trails Will be Removed, Salvaged to Provide Lumber and Firewood to be Used in Connecticut
(HARTFORD)—Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Forester Jerry Milne will lead a public outreach walk for local officials and interested members of the public in the Great Pond Block of Massacoe State Forest in Simsbury Thursday, July 15, at 6:30 p.m.
The walk will provide information to interested parties regarding the upcoming salvage of dead trees on 3 acres at Great Pond State Forest. The salvage will remove hazard trees near trails and provide lumber and firewood to be used in Connecticut.
Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP with Jerry Milne at 860-604-4473, by July 13.
The group will meet at the entrance across from 201 Great Pond Road, Simsbury.
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