Welcome to North County Land Trust
We connect people to natural places by protecting open land and creating outdoor experiences in north central Massachusetts.
NCLT Opens New Westminster Conservation Area
September 14, 2026In July, North County Land Trust celebrated the opening of publicly accessible trails at Sibley Conservation Area in Westminster. First conserved in 2001, Sibley Conservation Area safeguards over 500 feet
Why NCLT is Voting YES on Question 6
September 14, 2026Everyone in Massachusetts deserves clean drinking water and access to nature. This year, our state has an important, time-sensitive opportunity to protect our forests, wetlands, farms, rivers, lakes, and wildlife
Laurel Ledge Tree Farm, Protected
June 15, 2026North County Land Trust conserves the latest addition to an 1,867-acre landscape protection project. A multi-year endeavor closed this April with the protection of 140 acres at Laurel Ledge Tree
Upcoming Events
Volunteer Ambassador Training
Volunteer Ambassadors represent NCLT at public events in our 16 communities, tabling to spread the word about our properties, activities, and volunteer opportunities. To prepare [...]
The History of Shirley's Trails: Presentation and Foliage Walk
The Shirley Greenway Committee, Shirley Historical Society, and North County Land Trust (NCLT) present an afternoon highlighting the history of Shirley's public trail system. At [...]
Annual Gathering 2026
Join North County Land Trust (NCLT) as we celebrate another year of conserving the landscapes that define our region and the community that makes this [...]
Gratitude and Mindfulness Walk
Take part in a reflective walk led by Director of Land Programs Emily Merlino at Winchendon Community Park. This walk will be focused on mindfulness; [...]
Hike with Faith and Princeton Land Trust
Join Faith Salter from NCLT and Rick Gardner from the Princeton Land Trust to explore the Bullock McElroy Loop trail starting at Krashes Field. Rick [...]