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Ecologist Accelerates Conservation of 130 Magical Acres in Chesterfield

October 10, 2024

A brown trail sign reading "Fairy Seat: Wood fairies sit here at night" in front of light-soaked fall foliage.

Retired Siena College ecology professor Doug Fraser changed his mind about willing his 130 Chesterfield acres to Hilltown Land Trust. Now, he wants to donate the land to HLT within his lifetime.

A Lifetime of Conservation Leadership

October 28, 2023

Wil Hastings, standing in a field, smiles and throws his arms joyously into the air.

This summer, former Hilltown Land Trust Board President, Cummington resident, and dedicated conservationist Wil Hastings passed away. Wil helped shape a vibrant land conservation community in the Hilltowns through his passion for environmental issues and the beauty of our region. Wil’s impact on Hilltown Land Trust was immense. He served on our Board from 1992 […]

Love For Each Other and The Hilltowns

November 16, 2022

Walter Korzec and Fran Henry made their homes in the Hilltowns in the 1970s and 80s. When they met and became engaged in 2007, they affirmed their love of Cummington and the surrounding landscapes as part of their vows. What better way to tell the story of our decades-long love for the Hilltowns than to […]

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 […]

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LGBTQ+ Family Day Hike with The Venture Out Project
LGBTQ+ Family Day Hike with The Venture Out Project
Jul 2nd, 2022    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Notchview Reservation
  • Family Fun
  • Hands-On
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  • Kids
We’re thrilled to be announcing our collaboration with our neighbors over at The Venture Out Project! Join our two organizations for an LGBTQ+ family day [...]
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July Hike at the Bullitt Reservation
July Hike at the Bullitt Reservation
Jul 19th, 2022    
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Bullitt Reservation
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Please note that this event has been postponed to Tuesday, July 19th at 5:30 pm due to potential thunderstorms! Celebrate the fields and forests of [...]
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Pottery for Land Conservation!
Pottery for Land Conservation!
Jul 23rd, 2022 - Jul 24th, 2022    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Stonepool Pottery
  • Family Fun
  • Partnership Event
Join Hilltown Land Trust and local potter Emmett Leader at the Hilltown 6 Pottery Tour! Emmett donated his time making dozens of vibrant handmade bowls [...]
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LGBTQ+ Family Day Hike with The Venture Out Project
LGBTQ+ Family Day Hike with The Venture Out Project
2 Jul 22
Windsor
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July Hike at the Bullitt Reservation
July Hike at the Bullitt Reservation
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Ashfield
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Pottery for Land Conservation!
Pottery for Land Conservation!
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Worthington
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Pottery for Land Conservation!
Pottery for Land Conservation!
23 Jul 22
Worthington
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