Help Complete the South East Street Rail Trail Project in Amherst!

Threat: For decades, this parcel of land, known as the Old Rock Farm, was the site of intensive condominium development plans. A foreclosure by Greenfield Savings Bank in January 2013, however, has created a unique opportunity to purchase the parcel for conservation.

Recreation and views: Conservation of this land will help complete the greenway along the Norwottuck Rail Trail in South Amherst. This parcel affords a beautiful wide-open view of the Mount Holyoke Range and the Pelham Hills.

Wildlife: This land has long been recognized as a great spot to observe many species of birds, including bald eagles, pileated woodpeckers, and Baltimore orioles. The field hosts milkweed plants, which are essential to the life cycle of the monarch butterfly, and the land borders a certified vernal pool providing habitat for wood frogs, painted turtles, and spotted turtles.

How you can help:  To inspire neighbors and others to help conserve this land, an anonymous donor has generously contributed a challenge gift of $25,000. As of June 5, $6,500 in private contributions is still needed to make this purchase possible. Please make your tax-deductible contribution today! Click on the button below and select "South East Street Rail Trail" from the Program Designation menu.

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