Feature Articles
Mayor Fuller Proposes Action to Save Webster Woods
On September 18, 2019, Mayor Ruthanne Fuller proposed that the City take action to permanently preserve the 17 acres of Webster Woods purchased by Boston College in 2016:
“Preserving the largest contiguous forest for Newton in perpetuity is essential.
West Nile Virus and EEE
As of September 20th, the risk of West Nile Virus in Newton was reported as “Moderate.” The EEE risk in eleven towns in western Middlesex County (including Framingham,
Save Webster Woods
In 2016, Congregation Mishkan Tefila sold to Boston College approximately 23 acres of mostly wooded land that is surrounded by publicly owned conservation land.
Conservation News
2019 Fall Newsletter
In this issue:
- Beavers Part II: The Penultimate Eco-Engineer
- President’s Message
- iNaturalist: Sharing Nature
- A Fable: A Story of Nature in Your Own Backyard
- Support the Newton Conservators through your IRA
- Fall 2019 Walks
- Fall 2019 Invasive Plant Sessions
Crystal Lake Closed for a Week After Algae Advisory
On August 7th, Crystal Lake was closed to swimming due to the presence of blue-green algae. On August 15th, Mayor Fuller announced that water testing results show algae in the water at the Crystal Lake swimming beach were at acceptable levels for regular recreation,
The Conservators’ Position on Webster Woods
At its meeting on July 24, 2019, the Board of Directors of the Newton Conservators adopted this revised position on the preservation of Webster Woods:
The Board of Directors of the Newton Conservators reiterates its support of Mayor Fuller’s ongoing efforts to preserve the open space at 300 Hammond Pond Parkway.
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,
Recent Photos
Some photos added to the website in 2019…
(click any photo to open a slide show)
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.
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.