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History and Legacy

March 22, 2022

Margaret Waggoner, seen from behind, walks along a path in the woods using a walking stick. She is dress in jeans and a red top with a red vest. Next to her is a long rock wall, and she is surrounded by autumn leaves on the trees.

Margaret Waggoner was a Renaissance woman, with a passion for many topics including history, poetry, physics, and the natural world. A retired physics professor and Dean of Smith College, Margaret lived in Goshen for 20 years, and worked actively to preserve the town’s history as Chair of the Historical Commission and President of the Williams-Boltwood […]

Meet Michael Madole!

March 22, 2022

Michael, seen from the waist up, is wearing a brown hat and green shirt, and is looking into the camera and smiling. He is holding the reins of his tan horse Hazel, whose head with a blonde mane is next to him. Behind them are some small tree trunks and a rock wall.

Michael Madole joined the Board of Hilltown Land Trust this past fall, after many years as a volunteer and having served as our AmeriCorps Land Stewardship Coordinator seven years ago. He brings a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm, and experience to our organization. Learn more about Michael below! How long have you lived in the Hilltowns […]

The Meaning of Community

March 22, 2022

Rus, wearing a red checked shirt, jeans, and sunglasses, is sitting in the grass at the side of a road. His dog, Percy, is seated in Rus's lap. Rus is looking into the camera and smiling.

By Rus Peotter, HLT Board President At Hilltown Land Trust we’ve been thinking and talking a lot about “community” lately. These conversations have grown out of our work to clarify and strengthen our Values Statement with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Of the words and values we’ve discussed, Community is at the […]

Why Protect Wetlands?

November 8, 2021

A large wetland in The Hilltowns, seen through the silhouette of a few trees in the foreground. Behind the wetland in the distance are a line of trees, with blue sky above

by Paul Wetzel This year brought record-breaking rainfall to Massachusetts, with flooding that destroyed crops and damaged roads. Climate change will bring more-frequent extreme weather events like these. Fortunately, conserved wetlands helped reduce the flooding that occurs during heavy rains. In this article, HLT Board member Paul Wetzel examines the many benefits that wetlands provide […]

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Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
Feb 2nd, 2022    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
DAR State Forest
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Hilltown Land Trust is pleased to once again be partnering with All Out Adventures in offering a series of senior snowshoe treks this winter. Join us [...]
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Wildlife Tracking Workshop for Youth and Families
Wildlife Tracking Workshop for Youth and Families
Feb 6th, 2022    
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Bullitt Reservation
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Join Cesi and Sarah for a fun-filled afternoon of exploring wildlife track and sign at the Bullitt Reservation in Ashfield! Pre-registration required.
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Adult & Teen Wildlife Tracking Workshop
Adult & Teen Wildlife Tracking Workshop
Feb 12th, 2022    
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Fare-Thee-Well Wholeness Center
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This event has been canceled. Have you ever seen animal tracks cutting their way through a snowy forest and wondered who made them? Would you [...]
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Capturing Creatures: Wildlife Camera and Illustration Webinar
Capturing Creatures: Wildlife Camera and Illustration Webinar
Feb 17th, 2022    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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We are excited to announce that last year's popular Wildlife Camera and Illustration Webinar is back! Join us on Thursday, February 17th from 6 to [...]
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Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
Feb 23rd, 2022    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
DAR State Forest
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Hilltown Land Trust is pleased to once again be partnering with All Out Adventures in offering a series of senior snowshoe treks this winter. Join us [...]
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Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
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Wildlife Tracking Workshop for Youth and Families
Wildlife Tracking Workshop for Youth and Families
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Adult & Teen Wildlife Tracking Workshop
Adult & Teen Wildlife Tracking Workshop
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Capturing Creatures: Wildlife Camera and Illustration Webinar
Capturing Creatures: Wildlife Camera and Illustration Webinar
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Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
Senior Snowshoe with All Out Adventures
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