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
Hike with Faith: Explore Cook Conservation Area
Enjoy a golden hour walk along the Nashua River with Faith Salter, Executive Director. Cook Conservation Area is filled with beautiful forests and wetlands, with [...]
Ayer's Community Read Celebration
Come talk about Nature’s Best Hope by Doug Tallamy at Ayer Library! Join North County Land Trust and other environmental organizations—including PACE (People of Ayer [...]
Hawk Watching with Clay!
Join us and certified birder Clay Hobart on September 26th for a great day of hawk watching. For birders of all levels, this event promises [...]
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 [...]