Caring for the Land that Sustains Us
The Coxhall Kitchen Garden is a one-acre enclosure that was originally built in 1774 by Brigadier General Timothy Ruggles. Enclosed kitchen gardens were all the rage in Britain at the time. The tall stone walls kept unwanted critters out and … Continued
On Sunday afternoon about 50 people ventured out among the fields and woods off East Street in Petersham. We got a chance to explore the land, see some of its hidden treasures – like Bell Rock, and talk about the … Continued
In two months (October 11th) we will be hosting the Station Loop Ramble at the Mass Central Rail Trail. We hope you join us for either the Kid’s One Mile, 5-Mile Classic or the 5K Run/Walk! People are starting to … Continued
This morning we spent some time at Pynchon’s Grist Mill Preserve in West Brookfield looking for signs of life. Boy did we find a bunch of stuff! Several plants, insects and mushrooms are yet to be identified, but we were … Continued
The fourteenth annual Dinner and Silent Auction for the East Quabbin Land Trust was held last night, June 27th. The evening was a rousing success, thanks to all who attended, auction item donors and Judith Jones and Nancy Grimes for … Continued
Yesterday was a terrific day at the North Brookfield Music, Art and Color Fest sponsored by Statz Sports Bar and Grill!! All proceeds from the event support conservation of Wendemuth Meadow Preserve at 25 Bates Street, North Brookfield. A special … Continued
This past week there were two opportunities to hear directly from landowners about how conservation of their family lands fit into estate planning. Thank you to Joan and Randy Walker, Frank Patterson and Mick Huppert for sharing their experiences and … Continued
A great crew of volunteers monitored the bird populations at Wendemuth Meadow this morning. With binoculars strapped around our necks and clipboards in hand, we divided into four groups. Each group took a field or several fields to monitor. That … Continued
The model train was a big hit during the Family Fun Fest at the Mass Central Rail Trail today!! So was face painting, drawing with chalk and hola hooping. Not to mention target shooting with a fire hose. The Imbier-Monson … Continued
