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. …
Read MoreEarly 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…
Read MoreRiverfest 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…
Read MoreWildflower & 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…
Read More20th 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…
Read MoreGreen 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…
Read MoreGreen 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.…
Read MoreWaltham Land Trust Secures New Office Space
The Waltham Land Trust is excited to announce the relocation of our administrative offices to downtown Waltham. It is with mixed emotions that we depart from 240 Beaver Street, where we rented from the University of Massachusetts starting in 2002. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed being part of the collaborative and inspiring Waltham Field Station community comprised…
Read MoreGreen Space Blues Jam – June 3, 2023
84 nature and music lovers turned out for our annual gala, which was once again held at 500 Totten Pond Road thanks to the continued generosity of Boston Properties. There were items from the online auction, food from Ruth’s Chris, Brelundi, and Star Market, plus beverages from Boston Beer Company and Sav-Mor Liquors. A Band…
Read More18th Annual Green Space Blues Jam, July 30, 2022
On a lovely evening at 500 Totten Pond Road, the WLT held its biggest annual fundraising event of the year. Boston Properties kindly donated the space, which was expansive and included lots of popular outdoor seating. Items from the silent auction were spread out, ready for bidding! Ruth’s Chris and The Local provided hors d’oeuvres…
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