Dedicated to protecting the working lands, native habitats and rural beauty of the Hilltowns since 1986
East Branch Trail Days – Free workshops
Help out the Westfield River Wild & Scenic Committee on the third Saturday of every month, from June to October.
One step at a time down Glendale Falls
Is trail work and installing rustic stairs more your style? Meet at Glendale Falls the first Saturday of each month, June – October.
On Sunday, September 8th, about 50 people joined “old growth expert” Bob Leverett of Holyoke on a guided tour of the Bryant Homestead’s old growth forest and Great White Pine stand. The event was sponsored by the Hilltown Land Trust and the Highland Communities Initiative. During the walk along the Rivulet Trail, Bob, co-author of […]
Northampton, MA wildlife biologist Molly Hale’s love affair with vernal pools began 20 years ago when she attended a workshop on them at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary. “My eyes were opened” she said. “They were magical for me.” On a Sunday afternoon in early April, Molly easily conveyed that feeling of magic and mystery to 25 […]
