Lakeview Preserve Celebration, September 8, 2024

On a gorgeous Sunday, close to 50 people gathered at the WLT’s Lakeview Preserve on Hardy Pond to recognize and thank the Giardina family for their stewardship of their lakefront property and their commitment to ensuring the public’s enjoyment of it by selling the land to WLT. We enjoyed a plaque dedication, brief remarks, refreshments,…

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Guided Mushroom Foray, August 10, 2024

Eleven fungi enthusiasts joined Corie Constantino of the Boston Mycological Club on a walk around an open space in Waltham in search of mushrooms. It was a warm morning after much rain had fallen, so conditions were good. After seeing a descent number of interesting fungi, we were hugely rewarded at the end with a…

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Bird Walk along the Charles, July 20, 2024

A dozen folks from the Waltham Land Trust, Brookline Bird Club, and Menotomy Bird Club met at the Shaw’s for a morning jaunt along the river. They saw a decent number of birds, but sadly, were unable to take most photos in time. Be sure to join us next time! See all the pictures on…

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Middlesex County Hospital Lands Hike, July 14, 2024

The weather was hot and steamy but pleasant in the woods as five people and one dog trekked on the Western Greenway Trail from Our Lady’s Church through the Middlesex County Hospital lands north of Trapelo Road. We crossed Woburn Street and walked into the Met State Hospital property over the long boardwalk in Lexington. …

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Early Morning Bird Walk, June 30, 2024

Fourteen birders met at 7:00 a.m. just over the town line at the Sears Land in Weston. WLT member and super birder Michele Grzenda led the group to the heron rookery there. They saw 35 bird species, including an Indigo Bunting, an Eastern bluebird, a Red-tailed hawk, a Gray catbird, Great Blue herons, an Eastern…

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Riverfest Stroll, June 15th, 2024

On June 15th, thirteen people took part in a stroll along the Charles River during Waltham Riverfest. WLT lead steward Jarek Reihner explained two restoration projects he’s undertaking in “Woerd Woods” between the Watch Factory and the boat launch on Woerd Ave. Join us at next year’s Riverfest, always the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend! See…

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Wildflower & Native Plant Walk

On June 13th, sixteen plant enthusiasts joined WLT members Lesley Sneddon and Betty MacKenzie on a walk around Cedar Hill Girl Scout Camp on Beaver Street. Several local historians also came, and a few WLT stewards couldn’t help removing invasive plants along the way. It was a beautiful evening! Many thanks to WLT Board member…

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20th Annual Green Space Blues Jam

86 happy revelers celebrated WLT’s 20th Blues Jam, generously hosted once again by BXP at their 10 CityPoint location. Sonya Rae Taylor and her fabulous band got folks dancing, people mingled while looking at various auction items, and delicious food/drinks were consumed. We thank Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Boston Beer Company, Sumo Liquors, and Stormalong…

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Green Space Blues Jam – June 9th, 2024

Join us for our 20th Green Space Blues Jam on Sunday June 9th and hear the fabulous Sonya Rae Taylor and band live! The GSBJ will be at 10 City Point, 500 Totten Pond Road, Waltham MA. Doors open at 2pm. Plenty of parking! Buy your tickets online now! After 6pm June 8th, tickets must…

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Green Possibilities Forum 2023 – City Councillor Candidates

On October 11th and 12th, the Waltham Land Trust held the Green Possibilities Forums for City Councillor candidates. With the At-large Councillor candidates on the first night and the Contested Ward Councillor candidates on the second night, these forums provided Waltham’s voting public an opportunity to directly hear candidates’ views about environmental and conservation topics.…

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