- October 2024American Chestnut Trees Planted In Hall PreserveĀ An opportunity arose to plant trees in the Hall Preserve, an 8-acre mostly wooded parcel on Downs Road. Working closely with neighbors who abut the parcel, several blight-resistant American chestnut trees (Castanea dentata) were planted. The specimens were purchased from a local nursery and positioned in spots chosenā¦ Read more: October 2024