2021 Rock & Laurel 5K Recap

“That was such a well organized race! I truly appreciate the well marked course, and especially the super supportive volunteers at every crossroad! Thank you sooo much! Can’t wait for next time!” – Amanda K. It was 70 degrees and overcast Saturday morning on the Applewild School campus in Fitchburg, MA. The volunteers were arriving … Read more

Come Alive Outside: 2021 Summer Passport

Get ready for a summer filled with fun, rewarding outdoor adventures! In partnership with Come Alive Outside and the National Park Service, the Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster,  has developed a hyper-local youth activity passport, incentivizing kids to take advantage of close-to-home nature-based recreation. We are proud to have taken part in … Read more

Bemis Associates- Rock and Laurel 5K 2021 Laurel Crown Sponsor

“At Bemis we strive to enhance the communities in which we live, work, and play. Through our Charitable Giving and Volunteering programs, we partner with organizations that focus on the environment, education, and health and human services. Over the past 10 years Bemis has made contributions in excess of $3M to Non-Profit Organizations, while our … Read more

New Picnic Table at Peabody

Andrew Delorme of Fitchburg Troop 17 fundraised for and built a beautiful picnic bench at the end of the Mulpus Brook Trail at Peabody Conservation Area. He and his crew were out in less than perfect weather, but accomplished their goal with great results. “Andrew worked very hard on this project and we are beyond … Read more

Spring Stewardship 2021

UPDATES FROM THE FIELD Our Stewardship Coordinator, Emily Merlino, reports on the latest activity on NCLT land. Hi All,  We have been very busy as the weather warms up re-engaging with land stewardship projects that had gone dormant over the winter. New Stewardship Intern: Our intern, Jackie Monahan, from Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) has … Read more