Harwich Conservation Trust

Harwich Conservation Trust The mission of the nonprofit Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT), founded in 1988.

is to preserve land that protects woods, water, wildlife and our shared quality of life. for complete details and upcoming events, visit our website: www.HarwichConservationTrust.org

A Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) work crew installed a split-rail fence recently at a property on Gilbert Lane that wa...
08/17/2026

A Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) work crew installed a split-rail fence recently at a property on Gilbert Lane that was donated to HCT by the Kendall family. A fundraiser, led by Bobby Parr and HCT is underway to cover the cost of the fence, a wrought-iron bracket, post and a memorial sign that will honor the Kendall family for their generous gift. To read more, click here: bit.ly/4qhQYPy

Many thanks to AmeriCorps! Staff and volunteers from Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) and town of Harwich Conservation D...
07/30/2026

Many thanks to AmeriCorps! Staff and volunteers from Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) and town of Harwich Conservation Department staff gathered at Brooks Park to salute AmeriCorps Cape Cod members Lillian Pogany and Sophie Wigington for their many contributions to land stewardship projects in town. Their term will be ending soon and we are sure that bright futures await this impressive duo! Read more about how AmeriCorps Cape Cod makes a real difference in our communities by clicking here: bit.ly/3RjEdY0

Purple martins, with their striking iridescent sheen, have become feathered celebrities at Harwich Conservation Trust's ...
07/23/2026

Purple martins, with their striking iridescent sheen, have become feathered celebrities at Harwich Conservation Trust's Robert F. Smith Cold Brook Preserve, where they have moved into a specially-designed gourd rack. Recently, martin fledglings were banded by master bird ba**er Sue Finnegan in an effort to better understand their migration patterns and longevity. To read more and see a photo gallery, click here: bit.ly/3RzQIOW

Photo by Gerry Beetham

The summer magic of fireflies in action was on full display during Harwich Conservation Trust's (HCT) first-ever Cold Br...
07/08/2026

The summer magic of fireflies in action was on full display during Harwich Conservation Trust's (HCT) first-ever Cold Brook Firefly Walk. Expertly guided by HCT volunteer walk leader Gerry Beetham, participants were treated to a great lightning bug show and intriguing info about their lifecycle. The event took place at HCT's Robert F. Smith Cold Brook Preserve, where a recent rewilding project added a half-mile All Persons Trail, restored 44 acres of wetland and a mile of stream habitat. To read more about this enlightening program, click here: bit.ly/4vigIfw
Photo by Vince DeWitt

A good bench, humble, patient and strong, is the quiet superhero of the trail. It stands ready for weary bottoms, pleasa...
06/20/2026

A good bench, humble, patient and strong, is the quiet superhero of the trail. It stands ready for weary bottoms, pleasant chitchat and the chance to comfortably immerse yourself in nature.

There's a great new sit-spot at Harwich Conservation Trust's (HCT) Pleasant Bay Woodlands, installed by HCT AmeriCorps member Lillian Pogany and stalwart HCT volunteers. We think they picked out the perfect spot with a nice view, so see if you can find it when you visit this beautiful place.

And the next time you are relaxing and reflecting on a well-placed HCT bench, take a selfie–let’s call it a “benchie,” and send it to us! For details, click here: bit.ly/4uGA39Z.

Are you in the mood for a blast of color that will knock your socks off? Come on down to Harwich Conservation Trust’s (H...
06/18/2026

Are you in the mood for a blast of color that will knock your socks off? Come on down to Harwich Conservation Trust’s (HCT) Robert F. Smith Cold Brook Preserve and take in the amazing yellow sea of coreopsis, now in bloom at the Preserve’s trailhead, which leads visitors to a half-mile wheelchair accessible All Persons Trail.

Also at the trail start is a blooming pollinator garden that was planted last year by HCT volunteers. To see a photo gallery of the coreopsis and sign up for a free Cold Brook tour that highlights the recent eco-restoration effort at the Preserve, click here: bit.ly/4uOTqhk.

Photo by Gerry Beetham

A team from the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) visited the Hinckleys Pond-Herring River Headwater...
06/04/2026

A team from the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM) visited the Hinckleys Pond-Herring River Headwaters Preserve on a stellar spring day to marvel at the eco-restoration completed by Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) and partners. The pond views next to the Cape Cod Rail Trail are fabulous! Left to right: Tom Evans (HCT), and CZM team members Steve McKenna, Alexis Neffinger, Alison Brizius, Ally Overbay, Kathleen Mason and Joanna Yelen.

Start your summer inspired by art! Meet acclaimed artist Yvette Stenzel, admire her vibrant work and support Harwich Con...
05/29/2026

Start your summer inspired by art! Meet acclaimed artist Yvette Stenzel, admire her vibrant work and support Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) at a fabulous reception on June 12th from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at The 204: Cultural Arts Center (204 Sisson Rd, Harwich).

Stenzel’s original paintings can be purchased, with all proceeds benefiting HCT. Have a creative night out, enjoy delicious appetizers catered by the Family Table Collaborative and support your favorite local land trust!

In addition to the June 12 reception, the gallery will be open June 15 through June 23, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Join local guide Mark McGrath tomorrow morning for a Fort Hill & Red Maple Swamp History Walk in the Cape Cod National S...
05/28/2026

Join local guide Mark McGrath tomorrow morning for a Fort Hill & Red Maple Swamp History Walk in the Cape Cod National Seashore. Enjoy beautiful views and hear unique stories and fun facts about the area. The walk will explore the Fort Hill trails, Indian Rock, Hemenway boat launch (where we may spot horseshoe crabs during mating season), and return via the Red Maple Swamp Trail.

Cost: $20 per person. Visit harwichconservationtrust.org and click ‘Walks & Events’.

This walk is co-sponsored by Harwich Conservation Trust and Eastham Conservation Foundation.

Photos by Gerry Beetham.

The natural beauty of Cape Cod is a big driver of the region's economy, and land preservation efforts led by local land ...
05/26/2026

The natural beauty of Cape Cod is a big driver of the region's economy, and land preservation efforts led by local land trusts like the Harwich Conservation Trust play a key role. To find out more about how visitors and residents value open space and protection of water resources on the Cape, click here: bit.ly/42WBRAo
Collage photos by Gerry Beetham

Address

947 Route 28
South Harwich, MA
02661

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+15084323997

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