Beyond the Barways

As autumn arrives we begin to see the changes in color in the landscape. The first to give us a sign is usually the Red Maple, which after a few cold nights will transform its leaves to a fiery red. The Tupelo is soon to follow with species like Ash, Beech and Hickory...

Have you ever wondered why some animals are so well adapted to living in the dark? Animals have evolved to use the cover of the night to escape the heat of the day and avoid human activity, others need the night to hunt, mate, or hide from predators. These animals...

Cleaning up our gardens in the fall is something we all often tackle in October and November of each year. However, have you ever stop to think more about why and the reasons for certain techniques? Fall clean-up, at its core, has little to do with the health of the...

Featuring photography from Robert Feingold WLCT is proud to present a selection of wonderful photographs from local attorney and conservationist Robert Feingold. Bob is a resident of Dartmouth, born in New Bedford, and frequent visitor to the many special outdoor...

Note from Nate McCullin, Land Stewardship and Outreach Manager The American Beech (Fagus grandiflora) has long since been a staple of the hardwood forests of New England. Growing up to 100’ feet tall it is hard to miss with its silvery gray bark rippling up and down...

Greg Stone, WLCT's Volunteer Photographer, led two in person events at Westport Woods and imparted a great deal of his extensive photography knowledge. Throughout the sessions, we learned skills and techniques to improve subject placement, focus, and depth of field....

A meadow is an area of open land, dominated by grasses and flowering plants, but nearly empty of woody vegetation such as trees or shrubs. There are many advantages to planting native grasses. A wild field of meadow grasses can provide food and cover for...

The residency is a unique collaboration between the Westport Cultural Council (WCC) and the Westport Land Conservation Trust (WLCT) made possible by the generous support of the Helen Ellis Trust. Each artist in residence will immerse themselves in the beauty of the...

Nature Backpack Explorers WLCT is excited to offer a nature backpack rental program this summer. We have also partnered with the Westport Public Library, and they have a backpack ready for rental with a simply swipe of your library card. For the rest of the summer,...

Sampling of sculptures at Westport Woods Conservation Park Hanna Vogel has completed her artist in residency month at Westport Woods leaving behind beautiful and complex wire sculptures layered with paper pulp that form into the shape of honeycombs and other welded...

"Selfie frame" at Westport Woods starting Jul1st; WLCT Team Photo What better way to celebrate 50 years than capturing memories for the next 50? Throughout the summer of 2022, WLCT will host a “selfie frame” at four properties for your enjoyment. Capture your family,...