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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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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Read More »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 »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,…
Read More »Summer is here, and so are the blueberries! If you haven't already, now is the perfect time to renew your membership with Aspetuck Land Trust. Make the most of your membership and these beautiful warm days with a walk in one of our 45 trailed…
Read More »First Annual Aspetuck Land Trust Awards at Aspetuck Land Trust's 57th Annual Meeting Last Thursday night we had a wonderful celebration at the 57th Annual Meeting at Pequot Library. Thanks to all who came! It was standing room only inside the…
Read More »Place your order early for best selection and don't forget to add a pick-up time to your cart See you in June at pick-up Shop Here New–Bridgeport School Gardens! Spread the joy and mission of planting natives and be a part of NEW…
Read More »Spring is almost here and it's time to think about pruning at the patch. Blueberry pruning is one of our favorite things to do at the Land Trust. We look forward to seeing old friends, meeting new folks, and basking in the amazing beauty of the…
Read More »Celebrate Earth Day with Aspetuck Land Trust For Earth Day 2023, Aspetuck Land Trust is offering guided hikes and our ever popular Spring Native Plant Sale to celebrate, enlighten, and inspire. Whether you are dreaming of your native garden or an…
Read More »Celebrating Winter, Nature We Love Dear James, Happy Winter and Happy Valentine's Day! At this time of year, all of us at Aspetuck Land Trust enjoy taking the time to think of all the things we love. Nothing makes us happier than a hike on…
Read More »New Year Message from our President Dear James, 2022 is drawing to a close and we have a lot to be proud of and thankful for. Our Green Corridor Capital Campaign raised $5.6 million in our largest fundraising effort since Trout Brook Valley.…
Read More »Join your local National Park Service! Dear James, I’m writing because you’ve touched the Aspetuck Land Trust in some way during the past year. Maybe you’ve hiked a preserve, bought some native plants at our sales, attended an…
Read More »I have exciting news to share! Just this week, the Town of Easton voted to conserve 10.9 acres of the South Park property. This adds to the 18.7 acres of pristine riverfront land that ALT is purchasing resulting in 30 acres of protected land along…
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