
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

The Plastic Purge: Wardrobe Edition
The Plastic Purge: Wardrobe Edition Check your closets, ladies and gentlemen, and you shall find plastics. The clothing racks at your favorite retailer might not be where you’d expect to find… Read More

The Plastic Purge: Refillables
The Plastic Purge – Refillables As I tossed my empty plastic laundry detergent jug into the recycling bin I wondered, “is there a better way?”. It seems like a lot of… Read More

2019 Day of Caring at Underwood Conservation Area – THANK YOU!
The 2019 United Way’s Day of Caring at the Underwood Conservation Area in Hubbardston was a huge success!! We were able to clear 1 mile of trails, repair a bog… Read More

The Plastic Purge: Coffee and Tea
The Plastic Purge: Coffee and Tea As the chilly weather moves in, the comfort of a warm beverage can be a great motivator to get out the door in… Read More

A Farewell to Robin
A TerraCorps Service Member’s time with us is brief. They begin their service year in September only to wrap up their projects in July. We couldn’t be more lucky than… Read More