Beyond the Barways
Managing Modern Meadows
Managing meadows requires a holistic approach, from the land use history to the habitat around the meadow, to projecting into the future. And yes, it includes mowers!
Trail Team Turns 10: Larry Tittemore
Larry was an original Trail Team member. Sadly, he passed away in December of 2023. Larry’s presence on Tuesday mornings–usually among the last to arrive, always the last to leave–is missed.
2024 Annual Meeting
The Westport Land Conservation Trust, Inc. will hold its 52nd Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 23rd at 5:30pm at the Westport Grange (931 Main Road).
New Gardens at Kirby House
New native plant gardens at the WLCT offices will boost habitat, add interest to Kirby House, and become a teaching asset.
Get out and Explore!
This year we’re encouraging everyone to get outside and explore Westport with our new Trail Explorers program.
Town Meeting Provides Opportunity for Recreation
Westport residents said YES to expanded access for recreation at Annual Town Meeting, Tuesday May 7th.
Bird Box Success!
Nesting boxes provide new homes for cavity-nesting birds such as Chickadees and Carolina Wrens.
BayCoast Summer Internship Positions!
Our summer internship program is accepting applicants!
WLCT Volunteers Make The Difference!
National Volunteer Week provides WLCT with the opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to build stronger communities and be a force for transformation.
2024 Board Candidate: Hope Sterling
Westport is so special to me because of its amazing mix of coastline, farmland and small town character.
2024 Board Candidate: Ann Squire
As someone who grew up in Westport, I see so many changes from my childhood. I know change cannot be prevented, but I think it is very important to protect as much as Westport’s open land and farms as we can.
Telling the Weather By the Birds
Birds of prey, songbirds, swifts and hummingbirds–Westport is on the flight path of many migratory birds, pulled here by the rich resources of our riverine and coastal habitats.