Age group

Handicap accessible

Lake

Sanctuary

Infirmary

Internet Access

Welcome to the Wellesley Conservation Land Trust, Inc., formerly known as the Wellesley Conservation Council! As a private, non-profit land trust and conservation education organization, the WCLT is dedicated to protecting and preserving the natural environment of Wellesley, and maintaining sanctuaries that are open to the public for study and enjoyment. The WCLT also educates youth and adults in the importance of conservation through public programs. 

The WCLT takes title to properties, either through gifts or purchases, to establish permanent nature sanctuaries, as well as accepting conservation easements on private properties. The organization also provides resources to the public such as pamphlets describing its properties, and a guide book with maps of WCLT sanctuaries, as well as of Wellesley town conservation land and trails. 

The WCLT is committed to giving everyone the opportunity to learn about and appreciate the beauty of the natural environment in Wellesley. Through its dedication to preservation and education, the WCLT is making a positive impact on the community.

Nature

Field Trips

Moderate

The annual Troll and Fairy House happens every spring at Pickle Point Sanctuary during Wellesley's Wonderful Weekend (Saturday, May 21st, 2022, 1-3PM). On arrival at Pickle Point Sanctuary the children choose a tree and build their own Troll or Fairy House using the natural materials gathered along their walk. It is a magical event and the children have a great time last year imagining their fairy land

Woodland Troll and Fairy House Building

Coed

Kids

Wellesley Conservation Land Trust

In the spring and fall, they offer excellent educational programs, and they are constantly developing new and interesting ones to teach both children and adults about conservation in Wellesley. 

Patrick N

I value the WCC's care for our public lands and take pleasure in their educational hikes that introduce me to new trails.

The Guernsey Sanctuary's Sabrina Lake walk today was particularly lovely. 