Beyond the Barways
Gardening in the Fall: An Ecological Approach
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...
Bird’s of the southcoast
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...
What is Happening to the Great Beech Tree?
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...
MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY SHOWCASE
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....
Native Grasses found in meadows at Westport Woods
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...
WARP Celebrates 2nd year of art at WEstport Woods
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 Program
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,...
Explore Westport Woods Art Installations
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...
Celebrate 50 by capturing Memories
"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,...
Summer Internship Program
WLCT is seeking up to two motivated and task-oriented individuals to work closely with WLCT’s Land Stewardship and Outreach Manager in stewarding over 1,600 acres of land currently held by WLCT. The Outreach and Stewardship Interns will be responsible for property...
Native Plants on Woodland Path with Nate McCullin
Accessible woodland path at Westport Woods The native plantings along the new woodland path at Westport Woods are representative of the modern approach to ecological horticulture and restoration. When people hear the word native many different definitions may...
A Message from WLCT President, Tina Schmid
At WLCT’s recent 50th Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors elected a new slate officers, including the election of Tina Schmid as President for the next three years. Tina has served WLCT since 2013 in various capacities and is looking forward to working with YOU!