Stockbridge, Massachusetts, is a town of exceptional natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, long committed to conservation and thoughtful land use. As home to the nation's first village improvement society and among the earliest adopters of zoning bylaws, the town has a strong history of environmental stewardship. Recent efforts, including participation in natural resource and land use studies and the adoption of the Scenic Mountains Act, reflect continued dedication to preserving its upland and open space areas. While development pressures remain limited, this moment offers a critical opportunity for proactive, long-range open space planning. This document outlines a phased approach to open space planning: Phase I establishes goals and objectives, Phase II provides an inventory and analysis of open space resources, and Phase III identifies potential conservation areas and tools for implementation. Emphasizing adaptability, the plan is designed to evolve with future environmental and land use changes, providing a rational framework to guide Stockbridge in shaping a sustainable landscape for generations to come.