Hilltown Land Trust
Dedicated to preserving active farmland and other working properties,
saving native plant and wildlife habitats, protecting watersheds,
and preserving the scenic and rural character of the
Hilltowns of Western Massachusetts
photo © thelaughinggypsy.com
Hike under a full “Snow Moon” through the woodland property of Phil and Diane Merritt. The guided route will begin at Big View trailhead, and finish at the spectacular “Big View” to enjoy roasting marshmallows around the campfire. All are welcome.
When: Saturday February 27th 7:00 pm
Where: Park and meet at the Big View Trail Head. Carpool if possible as parking is limited. (From Rt. 9 in Williamsburg Center, Take South St. and go about 1 mile to Unquomonk Rd. on the right. Park at the trailhead approximately ¼ mile up on the left. )
Questions ??? Call 268-3372
In the event of precipitation, heavy cloud cover, or hazardous conditions, the hike will be cancelled. If conditions are questionable, call 268-3372 or check the Williamsburg Woodland Trails website the afternoon prior to the hike at WilliamsburgWoodlandTrails.org for up to date information.
Tuesday, February 23rd | 7 PM | Free,
please rsvp in advance.
Goshen Town Hall (upstairs), Goshen, MA
Free. Call 413-268-8219 or send an email for more information.
Is funding a hurdle to protecting important land in your town? Melissa Cryan from the Massachusetts Division of Conservation Services will provide information and answer questions about several of the Commonwealth’s conservation grant programs. Free, pre-registration required. Please contact us if you would like to consult about a specific conservation project or idea.
Wednesday, March 31st | 7 PM- 9 PM | Free,
please rsvp in advance.
Stanton Hall, Huntington, MA
Free. Call 413-268-8219 or send an email for more information.
Your choices about timber harvesting, Chapter 61 enrollment, and conservation not only affect the future of your land, they can also affect your finances. Learn about the financial implications of various land management and conservation choices, and receive HCI’s newest publication Your Land, Your Financial Choices.
Conservation Restriction Monitoring Visits
August 21-24, 2008
Sunday, June 15th, 2008 - 10 am
Stevens Property off Pisgah Road in Huntington
Hiking trip on Stevens Property to top of Mt. Pisgah, 2005 (photos)