Westport
Connecticut
Aspetuck Land Trust
Mission:
Aspetuck Land Trust is a non-profit membership organization whose mission is the preservation and conservation of open space, including farm and forest land, and the natural resources located thereon, primarily in the towns of Easton, Weston, Fairfield and Westport, for the benefit and education of the public.
Who Are We:
Aspetuck Land Trust (ALT) was founded in 1966 to preserve open space in the towns of Westport, Weston, Fairfield and Easton. We provide passive recreation and educational opportunities for people to learn about and enjoy nature, while preserving the flora and fauna and rural characteristics of our towns. ALT maintains 45 trailed nature preserves and other conservation-only properties on over 1,700 acres of land. ALT has over 1,000 local members who support us through annual membership contributions.
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Upcoming Events at Aspetuck Land Trust
Fall Book Club - The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue
Recent News
New Year Message from our President
Dear James, As 2023 comes to a close, I am remembering David Brant’s recent words to us: “Land doesn’t save itself. People save land. People like you.” People like you, the caring members of Aspetuck Land Trust who…
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Wasteland that almost was! National Fairways Inc. plan for 130 luxury homes and 18-hole golf course on the 730-acre Trout Brook Valley property. Support Aspetuck Land Trust to Save More Land! Dear James, It is not a pretty picture. Pristine…
Read More »Aspetuck Land Trust News - December 20, 2023
Dear James, As we approach the shortest day of the year, I just wanted to take this moment to wish everyone a wonderful holiday season! While we may celebrate in different ways, one thing that resonates across all traditions is the sentiment that…
Read More »Aspetuck Land Trust News - November 22, 2023
THANK YOU From some very special friends As we celebrate this season of gratitude, I just want to take the time to thank all of YOU, our members, donors, and volunteers, on behalf of the countless lives you support. Like the beaver, hawk, trout,…
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