Vermont to expand Snake Mountain WMA and secure 949 acres of timber rights
The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department is expanding the Snake Mountain Wildlife Management Area by 256 acres and acquiring timber rights for an additional 949 acres. This move aims to consolidate land management and improve habitat connectivity for wildlife and public recreation.
Why it matters
Reuniting land ownership with timber rights allows for more efficient conservation management and ensures long-term public access to natural spaces.
A conservation story that began nearly seven decades ago is entering a new chapter in Vermont. What was once a complicated split between land ownership and timber rights at Snake Mountain is now set to be reunited, potentially giving wildlife, forests and outdoor enthusiasts greater protection for generations to come. According to media reports, with support from the Trust for Public Land, the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department plans to secure the timber rights covering 949 acres of the Snake Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA). The state also plans to acquire an additional 256 acres in Addison and Weybridge, expanding the popular natural area by nearly 25%. It is reported that both transactions are expected to be completed by early 2027.A major expansion for Snake MountainLocated between Addison and Weybridge, Snake Mountain WMA currently encompasses 1,215 acres of forested landscape surrounded largely by farmland.
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