Strengthening Land Trusts. Advancing Land Conservation.

Learn more and apply. This seven month learning journey will introduce land conservation practitioners to the histories, contemporary realities, and futures of Indigenous peoples in the place now called Massachusetts. Across seven Modules and monthly Indigenous-led Zoom discussions, participants will build foundational knowledge of Indigenous history, consider relational approaches to engagement, examine political landscapes and organizational responsibilities, and learn about concrete Indigenizing practices in conservation spaces. The curriculum centers cultural humility, historical accountability, and Indigenous-led knowledge. Accepted applicants are expected to attend the monthly Indigenous-hosted Zoom discussion groups. Registration is capped at 60 people, with a maximum of three per organization.

This networking group is open to anyone with responsibilities of running or working in a small staffed land trust. Newcomers welcome! This quarter we'll discuss ideas garnered from the Mass. Land Conservation Conference, and brainstorm about how to implement them. Even if you didn't attend, bring ideas and get peer input. As part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded.

This Info Session will cover what to expect from the 2026 Land Protection Tools & Techniques Course, and describe the application process. Learn more about the course here. This 10-week course (8-weeks online and 2 in-person gatherings) is targeted toward anyone at any career level (including upper-level college students) interested in learning the nuts and bolts of land conservation transactions for professional application in the Massachusetts land conservation space.  Sponsored by Massachusetts Land Trust Coalition, UMass Amherst MassWoods, Mass Audubon, and Wildlands Trust. 

This popular discussion group is intended as a forum for land conservation staff and Board members who are interested in preservation and viability of agricultural lands. It provides a forum to share experience and learn from peers. The focus of May's call is farm viability and how can we support it through our land protection work. Part of MLTC's Stronger Together networking series, this call will not be recorded.