Littleton Conservation Trust
Posted by Dick Andersen
on May 16, 2012
Don MacIver, President of the Littleton Conservation Trust, talked to the club about the purpose and history of the Trust. It is a private land trust formed in 1962 to promote Littleton's rural character; to preserve its water, plant and wildlife resources and its unique views; and to provide environmental education.
Don continued his presentation with a review of the various properties that are included in the trust. The Trust is caretaker of over 300 acres of property all gifted from residents. The Trust manages a system of trails on these properties for public use.
The mission of the Littleton Conservation Trust is to:
The mission of the Littleton Conservation Trust is to:
- Preserve the natural heritage of Littleton through protection of property;
- Educate the citizens of the town about their natural heritage;
- Manage all the LCT properties in the best interests of people and wildlife; and
- Cooperate with town boards and other organizations to assure adequate open space for town citizens now and for future generations.
For more information go to the Littleton Conservation Trust web site at www.littletonconservationtrust.org