North County Land Trust Secures Mt. Watatic’s South Slope

 North County Land Trust (NCLT) has recently purchased over 200 acres of land on the south slope of Mount Watatic adding to existing conserved lands blanketing the mountain.  This acquisition is part of a land protection effort supported by local and state partners and generous donors.  Located just south of the New Hampshire border in Ashby and Ashburnham Massachusetts, Mount Watatic rises 1,800’ above sea level. Due to its proximity to Boston, spectacular views, and the confluence … Read more

Happy Holiday Season Ideas from NCLT

While 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 are some ideas for this holiday season: Feeling cooped up? Instead of packing up the car to head over the river and through the woods … Read more

#optoutside This Friday!

Looking 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 in Ashburnham and get a feel for the habitat and natural beauty that NCLT and Fish and Wildlife are working to conserve. Photo Credit: Emily … Read more

Eagle Scout Re-Reroutes Roey’s Ramble Trail at Crocker

North County Land Trust thanks Eagle Scout, Liam Buchanan of Leominster Troop 477, for completing a reroute of the Roey’s Ramble trail at Crocker Conservation Area.  The Roey’s Ramble trail at Crocker Conservation Area in Fitchburg has historically been a little used path on the property.  The original trail was steep and eroded in places, … Read more