
NCLT Acquires New Conservation Area in West Gardner
January 11, 2021NORTH COUNTY LAND TRUST ACQUIRES NEW CONSERVATION AREA IN WEST GARDNER NCLT announced the acquisition of a new conservation area in Gardner that will be open to the public. The

Happy Holiday Season Ideas from NCLT
December 8, 2020While this year the holiday festivities may look a bit different, there are still great opportunities to spread the love and holiday cheer in a safe and eco-friendly way. Here

#optoutside This Friday!
November 24, 2020Looking for an #optoutside adventure this Friday? Here are some of NCLT’s ideas for you and your family to enjoy! Take a hike to the south peak of Watatic
Recreational Use Guidelines
During the time COVID-19, we encourage you to safely get outdoors for your mental and physical well-being. All of our conservation area public trails remain open but are subject to the following recreational use guidelines that are in line with the mandates of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts dated June 9, 2020. These are subject to change, but include:
- Physical distancing of 6 feet between visitors. On trails, walkers and hikers should move aside and leave room for others to pass, and cyclists and runners should alert other users when approaching and wait for others to step aside before passing.
- Wearing a face mask if social distancing is not possible.
- Keeping dogs on a leash.
- For all NCLT organized group hikes, nature walk programs, and land stewardship activities, prior registration is required. All groups will be limited to 10.
- Participants of group hikes, nature walks, and land stewardship activities must not share equipment
Upcoming Events

Weekly Wednesday Walk at Crocker
Crocker Conservation Area, Fitchburg MA 01/27/202111:00 am - 12:00 pm

Weekly Wednesday Walk at Crocker
Crocker Conservation Area, Fitchburg MA 02/03/202111:00 am - 12:00 pm

Weekly Wednesday Walk at Crocker
Crocker Conservation Area, Fitchburg MA 02/10/202111:00 am - 12:00 pm

Weekly Wednesday Walk at Crocker
Crocker Conservation Area, Fitchburg MA 02/17/202111:00 am - 12:00 pm
News & Updates

2020 Virtual Garden Tour
2020 VIRTUAL Garden Tour We are missing seeing this year’s featured gardens and all of YOU on the 2020 Garden Tour this year! It’s such a fun time to gather together… Read More

Burdin Conservation Restriction Successfully Completed!
Burdin Conservation Restriction (part of the Norcross Hill Conservation Project) Successfully Completed! We are excited to announce that the Burdin Conservation Restriction (CR) was successfully completed June 12, 2020! The… Read More

Volunteer Spotlight: July 2020
Volunteer Spotlight – July 2020 Nancy Seguin – Garden Tour Volunteer & Trail Steward There are many ways to get involved with NCLT. Trail stewards help us to clear new… Read More

Big Changes at Dwelly Farm Conservation Area!
June was a busy month at our Dwelly Farm Conservation with work beginning on our new management plan to remove invasive plants, create a pollinator meadow and make the area… Read More

Introduction to Invasives in our Area Webinar Resources
On June 4th, 2020 North County Land Trust hosted an Introduction to Invasive Plants in our Area webinar on the Zoom platform. The presenter was NCLT’s Executive Director Anna Wilkins… Read More