Town of Lancaster MA Conservation

05/19/2026

Final opportunity for public review of the updated Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP)! Send any comments, questions or concerns to Conservation Agent Sam Belanger before 12:00 PM on Friday, June 5, 2026 https://www.ci.lancaster.ma.us/588/Open-Space-And-Recreation-Plan

🌿 HAVE YOUR SAY, LANCASTER! 🌿
📣 The Final Draft of the 2025 Open Space & Recreation Plan is ready — and we want to hear from YOU!
Your input helps shape the future of Lancaster’s parks, trails, and open spaces. Whether you love hiking, sports, or just enjoying the outdoors, your voice matters.
📝 Share your comments today!
📅 Deadline: Friday, June 5, 2026 at Noon
👉 Scan the QR code or visit: https://www.ci.lancaster.ma.us/588/Open-Space-And-Recreation-Plan
Let’s work together to make Lancaster an even better place to live, play, and explore 🌳

05/06/2026

A collection of spring litter removal photos from our conservation areas!

04/06/2026

One bag of litter removed from the Bartlett Pond parking lot, more to come! A reminder to support the April clean up efforts of the Lancaster Land Trust - yellow bags can be found around the Town Hall campus!

03/31/2026

Trout stocking today at the Fort Pond boat launch! 🎣 🛶

02/26/2026

Live near and/or frequently use one of the following smaller conservation areas in Lancaster? Please take a brief survey to provide feedback on your experience of the property ahead of spring monitoring!

https://forms.gle/UzgUW6JehzeM3qFv8

Atherton Bridge River Greenway (Bolton Rd)
Bartlett Pond Cons. Area (N. Main St)
Cosimi Cons. Area (Center Bridge Rd)
Devonshire Cons. Area (Devonshire Way)
Eagle Ridge Cons. Area (Mary Catherine Dr)
Eugene Christoph Forest (Hill Top Road)
Nashua South parcels (N. Main St)
Pellecchia Canoe Launch (Lunenburg Rd)
Runaway Brook Cons. Area (Runaway Brook Rd)
Winsor Cons. Area (Winsor Rd)

02/18/2026

Great opportunity to serve your community and help protect the environment! Please reach out with any questions.

🌿 Love Lancaster? Help Protect It. 🌿

The Lancaster Conservation Commission has an open seat — and we’re looking for someone who cares about preserving our town’s natural beauty and open spaces.

💚 Make a real impact on local conservation
🏞 Help protect wetlands & open space
📅 Meet 2nd & 4th Tuesdays each month
📆 Term runs through June 30, 2029

If you’re passionate about the environment, smart growth, and keeping Lancaster beautiful for future generations, this is your chance to serve your community.

📩 Send your letter of interest to:
[email protected]

or
Select Board, Prescott Building
701 Main Street, Lancaster, MA 01523

Questions? Reach out to the Commission Chair at [email protected]
or the Conservation Agent at [email protected]

🌱 Step up. Speak up. Serve Lancaster.

01/28/2026

The Lancaster Conservation Commission has two openings! Consider this opportunity to serve your community and make a difference. Please share throughout your network!

01/09/2026

Views of the Nashua on a beautiful winter day

12/11/2025

REQUEST: Send us pictures from your favorite trails and conservation areas in town to be featured on our new trails page (to be launched in 2026).