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Newtown Forest Association The Newtown Forest Association, 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is the oldest private land trust in Connecticut.
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Newtown Forest Association, Inc.(NFA) is the oldest private land trust in Connecticut. It is a 501(c)3 tax exempt
not-for-profit organization dedicated to accumulating and preserving open space and resources for public enjoyment
within the Town of Newtown, Connecticut. The Forest Association is managed by an all volunteer Board of Directors that are residents of Newtown and are not
subject to the changes in the political structure; accordingly, we can maintain our mission generation after generation. NFA operates completely independent of the Town of Newtown and we receive no funding from the town's taxpayers. The NFA is dependent upon funds it receives from its generous donors and membership dues. NFA now owns approximately 1,000 acres that are preserved as open space for perpetuity. Some of our properties have been donated to us with conditions that designate them as wildlife sanctuaries, bird havens
or just natural, undisturbed forest. No matter what type of land, wet, dry, meadow or forest, it is held for all time as open
space for the benefit of the Newtown community and all nature lovers.

Happy Halloween from the Newtown Forest Association! Wishing everyone a spooktacular day filled with autumn magic, cozy ...
10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from the Newtown Forest Association!

Wishing everyone a spooktacular day filled with autumn magic, cozy woodland walks, and a little Halloween fun. Stay wild, Newtown!

10/30/2026

Due to a technical difficulty the NFA domain (website and email) are currently down. If you have to contact someone at the NFA the best way to reach us at the moment is by calling our office line at 203-270-3650. Things should be back up and running soon!

LEGAL NOTICE: ANNUAL MEETINGPlease be advised that our Annual Meeting will be held on November 10th at 7:00 PM.All membe...
10/27/2026

LEGAL NOTICE: ANNUAL MEETING

Please be advised that our Annual Meeting will be held on November 10th at 7:00 PM.

All members are encouraged to attend. We appreciate your participation and look forward to seeing you there! Members can attend in person or request a link to attend virtually. Email [email protected]

Come enjoy the beauty of the full moon on Saturday, October 24th, at Holcombe Hill Preserve in Newtown, CT!Starting at 6...
10/22/2026

Come enjoy the beauty of the full moon on Saturday, October 24th, at Holcombe Hill Preserve in Newtown, CT!

Starting at 6:30 PM

Bring a chair, flashlight, and blanket, and settle in for a beautiful nighttime view of the Hunter’s Moon.

Please note: Nighttime access to the preserve is for members only.

NFA is excited to introduce Elliott Dupont, our new caretaker and stewardship manager at Holcombe Hill! A lifelong Conne...
10/20/2026

NFA is excited to introduce Elliott Dupont, our new caretaker and stewardship manager at Holcombe Hill!

A lifelong Connecticut resident with a passion for the outdoors, Elliott brings his experience in landscape and recreation management and his love of conservation to the Newtown Forest Association.

Next time you’re visiting Holcombe Hill or another NFA property, be sure to say hello!

Come Volunteer at Cavanaugh Pond! Looking for a way to give back to our community and enjoy some time outdoors? Join us ...
10/15/2026

Come Volunteer at Cavanaugh Pond!

Looking for a way to give back to our community and enjoy some time outdoors? Join us for a volunteer outing at Cavanaugh Pond!

Come lend a hand, connect with others, and help care for this beautiful natural space. Every helping hand makes a difference, and we’d love to have you join us!

Where: Cavanaugh Pond, 13 Echo Valley Road
When: Saturday, October 17th 11am-1pm

Bring your enthusiasm, invite a friend, and let’s make a positive impact together!

All are welcome — hope to see you there!

A Big Thank You to Andrew Smiley! We’d like to give a huge thank you to Andrew Smiley for choosing Deep Brook Farm as th...
10/13/2026

A Big Thank You to Andrew Smiley!

We’d like to give a huge thank you to Andrew Smiley for choosing Deep Brook Farm as the location for his Eagle Scout Project!

Andrew designed and built this beautiful information board, which has now been installed at the farm. It will be used to share NFA information, announcements, and postings with our visitors and community.

We truly appreciate the time, effort, and dedication Andrew put into this project. What a wonderful way to give back and leave a lasting contribution at Deep Brook Farm!

Next time you’re at Deep Brook Farm, be sure to go check it out!

Thank you again, Andrew, and congratulations on your Eagle Scout project!

Our Executive Director, Trent McCann, will be speaking on a CLCC webinar panel tomorrow regarding the partnering between...
10/12/2026

Our Executive Director, Trent McCann, will be speaking on a CLCC webinar panel tomorrow regarding the partnering between land trusts and local agricultural partners. Specifically, talking about our ongoing work at our Deep Brook Farm Preserve! If you're interested to learn more, you can register for the webinar at the link below.

Connecticut is losing farmland at a faster rate than most other states in the country. When land trusts work to protect farms within their communities there are some ways that conservation can work contrary to the goal of keeping working lands as working lands. This series can help land trusts under...

Get out and enjoy the fall colors! Whether you’re up for a quick walk, an easy stroll, or a longer hike, there are plent...
10/08/2026

Get out and enjoy the fall colors!

Whether you’re up for a quick walk, an easy stroll, or a longer hike, there are plenty of beautiful places to explore and take in the season.

Newtown Forest Association has so many cool places to explore — something for everyone!

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65 Great Hill Rd
Newtown, CT
06470

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