Picone Farm

Picone Farm. Photograph by Jerry Monkman of EcoPhotography, courtesy of Wildlands Trust.

Strengthening Land Trusts. Advancing Land Conservation.

MLTC's Loring Schwarz, HCT's Kelly Grant, MLTC's Robb Johnson

Excellence in Conservation Award

Nominations are due Sunday, November 30, 2025

This award is granted to a land trust or collaboration of conservation partners in recognition of a specific project that demonstrates excellence in any aspect of land conservation work, advances the cause of land conservation in a creative and substantive way, and/or serves as an inspiration for other conservation organizations in Massachusetts. Nominate your own organization's project or another's. Learn more and apply.

 

 

Calendar

  • Dec11

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    Development Staff Quarterly Networking Zoom

    via Zoom

    Open to anyone with development responsibilities, this quarter's call will be a year-end wrap-up. Did you try any new or innovative approaches to development or fundraising? What worked / what didn't? Creative ideas for the coming year? Join us to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from each other. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded. Newcomers welcome!

  • Dec12

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    December 2025 Conservation Partners Meeting

    via Zoom

    Land trust staff and board members as well as conservation partners are welcome to this quarterly meeting, featuring relevant news from state agencies, a timely update on state and federal policy matters, announcements, and a featured topic (TBD). A detailed agenda will be sent in advance to all registrants.

  • Dec16

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    Stewardship Quarterly Zoom

    via Zoom

    Intended as a forum for anyone responsible for land stewardship (staff, Board, volunteers), this month's Zoom will be a Holiday Conservation Restriction Potluck. Bring your most problematic CR terms to share and discuss. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded. Newcomers welcome!

  • Jan7

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    Land Protection Quarterly Topical Networking

    via Zoom

    Anyone who works in a land protection function is welcome to attend. This quarter's call will focus on issues around land surveying, and discussing creative workarounds. Bring your examples and questions to share. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking program. This call will not be recorded.

Updates

  • November 4, 2025

    Uncertainty RE: Federal Funding & Executive Orders - Resources

    Updated Nov. 4, 2025. In this period of uncertainty regarding federal funding, there are some resources to help federal grantees with steps they can take to protect themselves.

    Please click the title of this summary to access links

  • October 3, 2025

    Help Put Nature on the 2026 Ballot: Oct. 9 Info Webinar

    Massachusetts has a historic opportunity to invest in clean water, forests, farms, and outdoor spaces across the state—without raising taxes.

    Join the Nature For Massachusetts Coalition on Thursday October 9, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, for a webinar introducing the Nature for Massachusetts campaign.

    Click the title for details.