Feature Articles
Survey of Candidate Positions on Open Space and the Environment
Newton Conservators has been advocating for Newton’s open spaces for over 60 years. We believe that voters deserve to understand candidate positions on Newton’s open space, conservation, and climate remediation
Crystal Lake Cyanobacteria Closure Has Ended
Crystal Lake was closed on August 6th to all uses, including swimming, wading, boating, and fishing, due to an outbreak of dangerous cyanobacteria. Read the city’s announcement of the closing
West Nile Virus Risk Level Raised to “High” in Newton
As of August 12, 2025, the risk level for West Nile Virus (WNV) has been elevated to “high” in Newton, Brookline, and Boston. State health officials announce West Nile
Conservation News
Newton Grant Opportunity!
Did you know that Newton Conservators offers grants to support conservation, stewardship and understanding of Newton’s open spaces and environmental education? Previously funded projects include pollinator habitat enhancements, scholarships for
Hammond Pond Parkway: Current News and Future Plans
At one of Newton Conservators’ community’s speaker series in June, we discussed The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s (DCR) Hammond Pond Parkway renovation project, currently under construction. This is a
New Box Steps in Cold Spring Park
The Cold Spring Park loop trail climbs a steep slope as it approaches the Cochituate Aqueduct trail near the Plymouth Road trailhead. When the trail is snowy or icy, this
Upcoming Events
Invasives Pulls October/November 2025
Fall Ramble In Webster Woods
Hike Newton’s Aqueducts
Webinar: Fish, the Missing Link in Suburban/Urban Conservation
Webinar: Welcome to the Dark Side: Discovering Moths
Webinar: Vernal Pools and Their Special Ecology
Newton Conservators Publications
Newsletters
The Newton Conservators publish a newsletter approximately four times a year. Click to view back issues.
E-Bulletins
Information on nature and environmental events, exhibits, and issues in and around Newton by email.
Trail Guide Book
A 70-page guide containing detailed trail maps and other information about 34 parks and conservation areas in Newton.
Almanac
Spend 12 months getting to know Newton’s parks and conservation areas with your copy of the Newton Conservators Almanac.