Meet Us Outside!
The Attleboro Land Trust has organized several summer and fall outings. Please join us for one or more of these free events to learn more about the natural world nearby!
Beholding the Beauty of Trees
Horticulturist Phil Boucher will guide us on a walk through the beautiful Richardson Nature Preserve, pointing out native trees, invasive species, and unique specimens planted years ago by former resident Deborah Richardson. Join us for this FREE event on Saturday, July 25, 2026, 9:00 to 10:30 AM (rain date July 26, 1:30 PM). Meet at Richardson Nature Preserve, 577B Wilmarth Street, Attleboro.
Nature Walk through the Lawrence Wildlife Preserve
Naturalist Gary Krofta will guide us through this South Attleboro property along the Seven Mile River, home to red-winged blackbirds, cattails, and colorful wildflowers. Join us for this FREE event on Saturday, August 15, 2026, 9:00 to 10:30 AM (rain date August 16,1:30 PM). Meet at Lawrence Wildlife Preserve, 45 Hope Avenue, Attleboro. Note: street parking is available, but please do not block driveways or mailboxes.
Introduction to Birdwatching
Have you ever wondered which birds make the sounds you hear in the woods or who comes to your birdfeeder? JR Johnson-Roehr will show us how to identify native birds and migratory species on their autumn travels. Note: bring binoculars if you have them. Join us for this FREE event on Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7:30 to 9:00 AM (rain date September 20, same time). Meet at Richardson Nature Preserve, 577B Wilmarth Street, Attleboro.
Attleboro Land Trust Supports 50-Foot Wetland Protection Zone Ordinance
Recently, the Board of Directors of the Attleboro Land Trust voted unanimously to endorse the revised city ordinance on wetlands, extending the “no disturb zone” from 25 feet to 50 feet. The Board considers this a crucial step in reaching a sustainable strategy for balancing development with the protection of natural resources in Attleboro, where rapid development has adversely affected the wetlands that are critical to the city’s natural environment.
Current studies indicate that a 25-foot buffer is too narrow to effectively remove sediment and pollutants or provide adequate wildlife habitat, particularly on steep slopes, in areas with silty/clay soils or a lack of vegetation, or where runoff is highly polluted. Increasing the buffer to 50 feet, as proposed in this ordinance, will most certainly enhance water quality and wildlife habitats in Attleboro’s wetlands.
Letter from ALT to City Council in Support of Change to Wetlands Ordinance