Celebrating 40 Years of Preserving and Protecting Westford's Open Space and Natural Resources.
Fall is the time for many animals to migrate south. We know that many species of birds migrate and also that Monarch Butterflies migrate. But did you know that Green Darner Dragonflies also migrate? Green Darners are large, strong dragonflies. Males are about 3 ” long, with a 2″-wide wingspan. Both male and female have … Read more
Week of October 15th, a Black bear having a snack at a birdfeeder near Westford Center!
Post talk update: To enjoy the recording of our Trust annual meeting and our Guest Speaker Jim McCormac’s presentation – click here **please note, to jump to the guest speaker presentation, this starts at 19:00 minutes Virtual 2021 Westford Conservation Trust Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 4th at 7 pm Members and friends are invited … Read more
What Good Is A Forest? What good is a forest? How do I count the ways? We know by experience, especially during the past year, how soothing and peaceful it feels to walk in a forest. We read that trees release chemicals into the air that help them to communicate with each other, but which … Read more
Many of us have taken down our birdfeeders this summer, due to the mystery bird disease that is affecting the east coast and mid-west. We are feeling a profound loss of the color and song in our yards. We miss “our” birds! What to do? Well, the birds are still around, but we need to … Read more