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Colchester Land Trust
- Founded 2002 -
132K DOLLARS:
in conservation loans, used to save hundreds of local acres, paid back in full with your help.
848
ACRES:
of open space, farmland, and habitats directly saved or helped to preserve.
130
ACRES:
in Bulkeley Hill Preserve, with 3 miles of marked trails open to the public, a parking lot, and an outdoor classroom.
23
YEARS:
since we were founded with the mission to save open space & farmland from rapid development.
11
YEARS:
of National Land Trust accreditation, one of only 400 land trusts in the nation to meet the rigorous standards.
Our ongoing commitment to Colchester
Support open space projects in Colchester
Join us and be a part of the solution
Upcoming Events
Multiple Dates
Sun, May 17
Location is TBD
Volunteer meet up at one of our properties each month to fight invasives, maintain meadows, and other needed stewardship tasks. Led by board member and Stewardship Chair Kevin Byrne.
Sun, Jun 07
Hairpin Turn Parking Lot
Join us for a moderately slow-paced three-mile hike with the practice of Forest Bathing This meditative, quiet hike involves the engagement of all our senses, with stopping points along the way for re-centering and observation. Come release stress and get focused on nature and peace of mind.
Sun, Jun 21
Bulkeley Hill Preserve
The Colchester Land Trust is Looking For Fairy House Builders! Sign up here.
Fairy Trail is June 21st, the Summer Solstice.
Sun, Jun 21
Bulkeley Hill Preserve
All ages, boys and girls, adults - and dogs - Build a house for the trail and/or just come and enjoy them! Fairy garb is optional and welcome for all ages (and pets)! This event has something for everyone.
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