Feature Articles
CPC Recommends Webster Woods Funding
On November 12th, the Newton Community Preservation Committee (CPC) recommended the expenditure of $15.7 million from the Community Preservation Fund to acquire from Boston College 17 acres of Webster Woods,
Save Webster Woods
In 2016, Congregation Mishkan Tefila sold to Boston College approximately 25 acres of mostly wooded land that is surrounded by publicly owned conservation land.
Save Webster Woods – What You Can Do
Mayor Ruthanne Fuller’s proposal to buy and preserve Webster Woods has been approved by the Community Preservation Committee and is now before the City Council.
Conservation News
Photos of Webster Woods by John Chadis
John Chadis is a Newton photographer and printer. The Webster Woods have been a part of our family life for close to forty years. Our children grew up walking and wandering these woods through all seasons.
Daniel Segrè
Daniel Segrè is Professor of Bioinformatics at Boston University.
All images are Copyright © 2019, Daniel Segrè.
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Recent Photos
Some photos added to the website in 2019…
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The Conservators’ Position on Webster Woods–October 2019
Newton Conservators enthusiastically supports Mayor Ruthanne Fuller’s proposal to permanently preserve 17 acres of Webster Woods, either through negotiation with Boston College or by an eminent domain purchase.
The Conservators’ Position on NewCAL
Perhaps you have heard recently of the proposed NewCAL Newton Center for Active Living, and the controversy over its siting. You can visit the official NewCAL website to learn more about the project,
Mayor Fuller Files Proposal to Preserve Webster Woods
On October 7th, Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller filed a proposal with the Newton Community Preservation Committee (CPC) to authorize the issuance of $15.2 million in bonds for the purchase of 17.4 acres of land in Webster Woods.
Upcoming Events
Cold Spring Park Talk: A Green Oasis in the Heart of Newton
11/25/20197:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Newton Conservators Publications
Newsletters
The Newton Conservators publish a newsletter approximately four times a year. Click to view back issues.
Trail Guide Book
A 70-page guide containing detailed trail maps and other information about 34 parks and conservation areas in Newton.
E-Bulletins
Information on nature and environmental events, exhibits, and issues in and around Newton by email.
Almanac
Spend 12 months getting to know Newton's parks and conservation areas with your copy of the Newton Conservators Almanac.