Save Webster Woods
In 2016, Congregation Mishkan Tefila sold to Boston College approximately 22 acres of land that is surrounded by publicly owned conservation land. The city-owned Webster Conservation Area is to the north and west,
Conservation News
An Unofficial Walking Route in Upper Falls
Put on your hiking boots and prepare to do a little scrambling along the future route of a loop trail that someday may connect the Upper Falls Greenway with several other trails and conservation areas.
West Nile Virus in Newton
Each summer, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) tests mosquitoes to see if they are carrying West Nile Virus (WNV) or Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE or “Triple E”).
2019 Summer Newsletter
In this issue:
- Webster Woods: A Natural Place of Memories and Discoveries
- Adventures in Monarchy
- President’s Message
- 2019 Newton Conservators Annual Meeting
Recent Photos
Some photos added to the website in 2019…
(click any photo to open a slide show)
Road Salt Storage in Webster Woods
In February 2019, Boston College began construction of a road salt storage facility on the rear parking lot of the land it owns in Webster Woods.
Levingston Cove Renovations Proposed
The Newton Parks and Recreation Commission voted on May 20, 2019 to support a plan to make major changes to the Levingston Cove park on the shore of Crystal Lake.
Upcoming Events
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.