Thirty-four acres of pond, wetlands, field, and forest make up the Joe’s Pond Morrisville Natural Area.  UVM acquired the property in December 2024 when it was donated by the private landowner.  Stowe Land Trust was granted a conservation easement on the land  in 2005. A network of trails on the property lead through the woods to the pond.  Nonmotorized boats are allowed on the pond. The Natural Area is open to leashed dog-walking, fishing, hiking, hunting, kayaking, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing, and wildlife viewing.  Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife monitors bat populations at the site.  UVM has begun using the site for student ecological research and wildlife monitoring. Stowe Land Trust also conserves Valcour Bog, a property on the south side of Joe’s Pond.