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Your Support Matters

For 75 years, Merck Forest & Farmland Center–Vermont’s first environmental nonprofit–has inspired curiosity, love, and responsibility for natural and working lands. During this special anniversary year, we invite you to honor our history as we embark on exciting new adventures.

Donate Now to Support the Power of Land & Learning

Your support of $50 or more will sustain our operations, giving free and open access to all–plus entitle you to the following member benefits:

  • One year subscription to our quarterly “Ridgeline” magazine

  • 20% discount on camping

  • 10% discount at our Friends of the Forest Shop

  • 10% discount on Merck-made products, including our bird-friendly maple syrup

Your Support

Welcomes more than 20,000 visitors annually to our 3,500-acre property in rural Rupert (population 700)

Maintains 35 miles of trails for hikers, snowshoers, and cross-country skiers

Protects a critical wildlife corridor within the Northern Appalachian-Acadian Ecoregion, the largest intact temperate forest left on Earth

Provides transformational education through summer camps, school programs, and hands-on workshops

Trains tomorrow's land stewards through internships and apprenticeships that lead to careers in natural resource management

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As a Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your contribution to Merck Forest & Farmland Center is fully tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Tax ID information available upon request.

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Whether you're planning your first visit or deepening your connection, there are countless ways to engage with Merck Forest & Farmland Center.

Discover programs and experiences that will inspire your curiosity for nature.

Merck Forest & Farmland Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring curiosity, love, and responsibility for natural and working lands.

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3270 Route 315

Rupert, VT 05768

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