Local Land Preservation

Preservation projects may differ widely.

Land may be protected:

• To permanently prevent loss to development.
• For use by the general public for outdoor recreation or scenic enjoyment.
• As a natural habitat for fish, wildlife, plants or similar ecosystem to support the network of life.
• For open space, including farmland and forest land, preserved for its practical and ecological benefits.
• For a historically important structure or land area.

While investigating and assisting in successful land conservancy, we have found that the definition can change depending on the goals of the landowners and other interested parties. The result may be a complex multi-faceted solution. The following examples of preservation in Massachusetts present a broad range of solutions.

Packard Manse

Stoughton, Massachusetts

Crystal Spring

Plainville, Massachusetts

Attleboro Springs at La Salette

Attleboro, Massachusetts

Dominican Sisters - Brix Bounty Farm

Dartmouth, Massachusetts

Society of St. Margaret

Duxbury, Massachusetts

Worcester Diocese and Catholic Charities

Worcester, Massachusetts