Bug Walk at Wellington Fields

Join WLT Stewards, Ranger Adam, and insect enthusiast Linda Graetz for a walk exploring the vital role insects play in supporting life on earth. Together, we’ll observe, describe, and share our finds—come prepared with sunscreen, long pants, sturdy shoes, and curiosity!

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WLT Outreach Table at Waltham Farmers’ Market

WLT Outreach Table at Waltham Farmers’ Market

Stop by our outreach table at the Waltham Farmers’ Market to chat with us while picking up maps, trail guides, and upcoming event sheets. You can also buy the official WLT t-shirt or baseball cap to wear and show your support for our work saving/restoring open space. We have unisex and women’s t-shirt sizes!

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To control rats, save the raptors

Picture of a Bald Eagle in Waltham

By Linda Graetz, Guest Writer ● July 25, 2025 ● The Waltham Times The death of a majestic bald eagle during the winter of 2023 sent shockwaves through the environmental community and sparked a local movement that continues today. The eagle, known as MK, was the third member of a family that once lived in Waltham’s Mount…

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Engaging youth in protecting local wildlife

Engaging youth in protecting local wildlife

By Newsroom ● July 25, 2025 ● The Waltham Times The Waltham Land Trust met last Wednesday at the Charles River Museum of Industry & Innovation with teens from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Waltham, Watertown and Newton. The participants were invited to brainstorm ways to engage younger people in the WLT’s work to end the…

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Lobby Day to Protect Animals from Rodenticides, July 24, 2025

Lobby Day to Protect Animals from Rodenticides

Save Waltham Wildlife, an initiative of the Waltham Land Trust, was thrilled to be part of this exciting day of advocacy at the MA State House, urging legislators to pass H.965/S.644, a bill to restrict the use of rodenticides statewide. Over 200 fellow nature lovers from the Berkshires to Cape Cod attended, with 50+ groups…

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Brainstorming Session w/Local Boys & Girls Clubs, July 23, 2025

Brainstorming Session Local Boys Girls Clubs

WLT ED Sonja was pleased to present to teens from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Waltham, Newton, and Watertown about our programs. She asked them to brainstorm answers to this question “How can we engage younger people in our activities, particularly our efforts to end the use of rodenticide in Waltham?” and was very…

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