Question 1

Are motorized vehicles and ATV's allowed in the Forest for Learning?

Accepted Answer

ATV's and motorized vehicles are not allowed in the Forest for Learning except for emergencies and authorized maintenance activities.
 
If you'd like to read more about the reasons we are prohibiting motor vehicles, you may do so here.
 
Thank you for understanding!
 
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Question 2

Are bikes allowed in the Forest for Learning?

Accepted Answer

While bicycles aren't forbidden, trails are not constructed with MTB use in mind. They're rideable, but not easily. Please do not use them while the trails are wet!
 
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Question 3

Can I ski in the forest?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Many of the trails are great fun with fresh snow!
 
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Question 4

Are dogs allowed in the Forest for Learning?

Accepted Answer

Friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome! 
During school hours, please keep dogs on-leash, as you will often find classes of children throughout the forest. 
At all other times, dogs should be kept under the owner's control.
 
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Question 5

Can the public use the forest classrooms?

Accepted Answer

In order to ensure student safety, we ask that you remain respectful of of the outdoor classrooms. If they are unused, a walk through to glance around is fine,  but please do not alter anything that could affect students' learning.

If you'd like to host an event in one of our outdoor classrooms, please contact us!

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Question 6

Can we start a fire? Can we camp in the forest?

Accepted Answer

Fires and camping are not permitted without prior authorization from Forest for Learning.

While forest classrooms have firepits, organizations using them have established procedure for notifying from the Putney Fire Department. 
If you'd like to host an event at one of our forest classrooms, please contact us!

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Question 7

Can we hunt or trap in the forest?

Accepted Answer

Hunting and trapping is not permitted under any circumstances. Part of our mission is to protect and preserve the ecological integrity of the forest and wetland.
 
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