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. Please note that registration is required.

 

 

Calendar

  • Sep10

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    Development Quarterly Networking Zoom

    via Zoom

    Open to anyone with development responsibilities, this quarter's call will focus on building business partnership programs and how to engage businesses in sponsorships. Join us to share experiences, ask questions, and learn from each other. Newcomers welcome. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking program. The call will not be recorded.

  • Sep11

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    Joint Land Protection / Stewardship Quarterly Call

    via Zoom

    Land Protection and Stewardship functions overlap in certain aspects. This quarter's call will offer a forum for both roles to ask questions, voice concerns, and offer insights as to how to work together more efficiently. The focus topic will be: "Communication and coordination between Land Protection and Stewardship functions in the course of land protection projects". Anyone is welcome to attend who holds these positions or oversees them. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking program. This call will not be recorded.

  • Sep12

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    September 2025 Conservation Partners Meeting

    Hybrid. In-person at MassWildlife 1 Rabbit Hill Road, Westborough MA, and via Zoom. Only register to attend on Zoom.

    Land trust staff and board members as well as conservation partners are welcome to this quarterly meeting, featuring relevant news from state agencies, a timely update on state and federal policy matters, announcements, and a featured topic. These meetings are convened by MLTC's Partner Engagement Committee: Kathy Orlando, Chair, Olivia Lukacic, Vice-Chair. A detailed agenda will be sent in advance to all registrants.

  • Sep25

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    Land Trust Finance Peer Networking

    via Zoom

    Finance staff, board treasurers, and others with fiscal responsibilities -- join us for a networking call to share resources, ask questions, and learn from each other. This month's call will focus on tracking grants, including systems used, managing restrictions, and best practices for reporting and compliance. Time permitting, participants may be able to raise questions on other issues too. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking program. Free, but advance registration required.

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...