Beyond the Barways

To our amazing community: On behalf of the entire WLCT team we want to thank YOU, the supporter, volunteer, patron and advocate, for your tremendous support in 2021. Your generosity and passion for open space in Westport is unrivaled. We are so grateful and excited as...

An aerial look at Berry Hill Farm and surrounding area on Pine Hill RoadBerry Hill Farm on Pine Hill Road is well known in Westport and surrounding communities. This second generation farm cultivates blueberries and sells them at the on-site farm stand and at local...

You may remember Brendan Buckelss from the Super Bowl WalkOn behalf of all of WLCT, we are so proud and excited that Brendan Buckless is taking the next step to Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. While we would love to keep him around forever, as...

The White Pine stand at Headwaters Conservation Area is a favorite destination for WLCT staff. Photo by Greg StoneWestport is just over 52 square miles and home to a whole host of different tree species. Trees are prominent in our local history but have often had...

Here's a short look back at all we've accomplished together this year! Thank you for your continued support of the Westport Land Conservation Trust. Best wishes for a Happy, Healthy New Year!

Santa and Mrs. Claus made a special appearance at this years annual tree lighting. Photos by Greg StoneWe had a rocking good time at our 3rd Annual Tree Lighting program at Westport Woods Conservation Park this past Thursday, December 2nd. We teamed up with the...

To the Tuesday Trail Team, As we look back upon 2021 we would like to take the time to show how grateful we are for the community members who volunteer their time every Tuesday morning. Thank you so much for dedicating countless hours working hand and hand with WCLT...

To our dedicated members, As the year winds to a close, we are reflecting on the many projects and initiatives from 2021. The protection of Walt’s Farm on Briggs Road, the resale of two farms to new future farm families, various trailhead and access improvements...

To the over 300 individuals and families who participated in the 1,000 acre campaign, Westport Land Conservation Trust (WLCT) recently completed a five year campaign to protect 1,000 acres across Westport. Over 300 individuals and families participated in the...

A new electrical grounding system in progress for the George Kirby House at Westport Woods by the Diman Electrical Shop earlier this fallTo the educators and students of Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School, Westport Land Conservation Trust is thankful for...

To the Town of Westport, Westport is a special place for so many reasons, active agriculture sets the scene for rolling fields towards Buzzards Bay, the spectacular river hosting a diverse range of recreational enjoyment, and a fascinating history of people who...

Costumes Galour at the first ever Trick-or-Treat at Westport Woods! Photos by Greg StoneThe Westport Land Conservation Trust, Inc. (WLCT) teamed up with the Town of Westport Recreation Department last month to host more than 100 families for the first ever...