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The D.A.R. State Forest is a publicly owned forest with recreational features located mostly in the town of Goshen with some spillage into neighboring Ashfield, Massachusetts. Activities center around Upper and Lower Highland Lakes. The state forest encompasses 1,728 acres (699 ha) and is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.[3]
History
The forest was established in 1929 when 1,020 acres (410 ha) were donated to the state by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Improvements made in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps included the reconstruction of dams, the creation of camping and picnicking areas, and the building of roads and bridges.[4]
Activities and amenities
The forest abuts Upper Highland and Lower Highland lakes, which provide opportunities for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. The 15 miles (24 km) of mixed-use trails that cross through the northern hardwood-conifer forest are used for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Camping is offered at 51 campsites. The Goshen fire tower provides views of the Connecticut River Valley and surrounding states. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing.[3]
Location Goshen, Ashfield, Hampshire, Franklin, Massachusetts, United States
Coordinates 42°27′25″N 72°47′55″WCoordinates: 42°27′25″N 72°47′55″W[1]
Area 1,728 acres (6.99 km2)[2]
Elevation 1,575 ft (480 m)[1]
Established 1929
Operator Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
Website DAR State Forest https://www.mass.gov/locations/daughters-of-the-american-revolution-dar-state-forest
History
The forest was established in 1929 when 1,020 acres (410 ha) were donated to the state by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Improvements made in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps included the reconstruction of dams, the creation of camping and picnicking areas, and the building of roads and bridges.[4]
Activities and amenities
The forest abuts Upper Highland and Lower Highland lakes, which provide opportunities for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. The 15 miles (24 km) of mixed-use trails that cross through the northern hardwood-conifer forest are used for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Camping is offered at 51 campsites. The Goshen fire tower provides views of the Connecticut River Valley and surrounding states. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and ice fishing.[3]
Location Goshen, Ashfield, Hampshire, Franklin, Massachusetts, United States
Coordinates 42°27′25″N 72°47′55″WCoordinates: 42°27′25″N 72°47′55″W[1]
Area 1,728 acres (6.99 km2)[2]
Elevation 1,575 ft (480 m)[1]
Established 1929
Operator Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
Website DAR State Forest https://www.mass.gov/locations/daughters-of-the-american-revolution-dar-state-forest
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SCPO Morris Ramsey SFC William Farrell SPC Mark Huddleston SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth LTC John Shaw SGT Jim Arnold SFC George Smith (Join to see) CPT Scott Sharon Sgt Albert Castro SSgt (Join to see) CWO3 Dennis M. SGT Gregory Lawritson SPC Margaret Higgins PO1 H Gene Lawrence SSG William Jones Cynthia Croft Sgt Deborah Cornatzer PO1 William "Chip" Nagel PVT Mark Zehner
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Used to live down the street in Williamsburg Mass. Near the Christmas Inn.....Real nice country out there. I used to drive past it on my way to Pittsfield Mass.
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