What’s the Birdcast for March?

March in Westport is an exciting time to look for the subtle, but serious changes that indicate the earth is thawing and the return of bird life is just around the corner. Just like the weather, we can use the observations and historical data of scientists to forecast...

Want Birds? Plant for Insects

It’s really felt like the seasons are changing these past few days. My eyes and ears are suddenly more aware of birds–more of them, louder and more visible. It’s a great time of year (without the cover of leaves and flowers) to observe how birds...

Who is Hibernating?

January’s biting winds and frosty temperatures have quickly reminded us of the true nature of our New England winters. Blustery winds mean there have been whole days here at Westport Woods with not bird in sight, and only frozen scat indicates a presence of the...

The Woods in Winter

As we bid farewell to this year and look ahead to the next, with the solstice behind us and the lengthening days ahead, our gratitude is spilling over we consider the blessings of the community and the nature around us in Westport. With the days getting...

150 Acres, Preserved!

Westport Woods, looking North from Adamsville Road (bottom of photo) Critical Habitat, Waterways, and Access to Explore This complex project required the coordination and commitment from landowners, donors, the Town of Westport, and many conservation partners. WLCT is...