Picone Farm

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

Strengthening Land Trusts. Advancing Land Conservation.

view from above people walking thru field on cloudy day

Photo by Robb Johnson from Cuttyhunk field trip on May 16th.

Sign Up for a Field Trip!

On select Fridays & Saturdays, now through Sept.

Come witness and learn about a variety of conservation projects your colleagues are up to around the state. From urban farms and eco-restoration, to nature-based solutions, these field trips will highlight land protection efforts and successes. Attend one or some. Free, but registration is required (for space considerations). Learn more and register.

 

 

Calendar

  • Jun12

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    New! Finance Peer Group Quarterly Zoom

    via Zoom

    Finance staff, board treasurers, and others with fiscal responsibilities -- join us for this inaugural meeting to share ideas, ask questions, and learn from each other. Topics like restricted funds, budgeting, audits, internal controls, QuickBooks, and more are open for discussion. We'll also use this first meeting to see what the group's interests are, and how we'd like to proceed going forward. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking program.

  • Jun13

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    Field Trip: Bright Water Bog: Transitioning a Private Trail Network into a Public Gem

    in-person, Shutesbury MA (CT River Valley)

    When a truly “special” landscape comes along, it can feel like both an outstanding opportunity and a daunting challenge. In 2021, such a place was gifted to Kestrel by an artist and psychiatrist who spent 40 years stewarding 150 acres - including a 900-foot traverse of a gorgeous bog -, establishing recreational trails and installing sculptures near his house. Come explore this special place with Kestrel's leadership staff to discuss the “how’s” of converting private trails to public use while retaining the distinctive personal imprint that makes a place feel exceptional. 

  • Jun19

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    Get-together for Early Career Professionals

    Notch Biergarten Worcester 209 Commercial St, Worcester

    Hosted by MACC's Young Professionals Committee (Mass. Assoc. of Conservation Commissions), MLTC's ECCNers (Early Career Conservation Network: people in their first 10 years of their career)  have been invited to this event to network with other early-career professionals in the conservation and environmental fields. Free, no age limit. Come broaden your network and learn what colleagues in Conservation Commissions, consultancies, and other environmental organizations are up to!

Updates

  • April 22, 2025

    Support Increased State Funding for the Environment

    In the face of federal challenges, preserving state investment in critical environmental programs is essential. On April 28th, the House will begin debate on its version of the FY26 State Operating Budget. Please contact your State Representative by April 28 to request co-sponsorship of six important amendments...