Archive for August 2025

By Daniel Melnechuk • August 24, 2025
A Walk in the Park: A Guide to Plant Communities at Prospect Hill Park, Waltham, Massachusettsby Lesley Sneddon This book is a nature guide for the non-scientist interested in learning about plants and basic ecology.
By Shari Candito • August 23, 2025
Join WLT Stewards, Ranger Adam, and insect enthusiast Linda Graetz for a walk exploring the vital role insects play in supporting life on earth. Together, we’ll observe, describe, and share our finds—come prepared with sunscreen, long pants, sturdy shoes, and curiosity!
By Daniel Melnechuk • August 21, 2025
The Waltham Times A young coyote found at Brandeis University on July 25 has tested positive for a significant amount of second-generation anticoagulant rat poisons, two of which Brandeis University has reported using in the past. The coyote was found alive and died while in the care of a wildlife rehabilitator.
By Shari Candito • August 11, 2025
Sweet Basil offers Italian-inspired cuisine, plus fresh and innovative cocktails, teas and beverages! group table @ 6.
By Shari Candito • August 7, 2025
Stop by our outreach table at the Waltham Farmers’ Market to chat with us while picking up maps, trail guides, and upcoming event sheets. You can also buy the official WLT t-shirt or baseball cap to wear and show your support for our work saving/restoring open space. We have unisex and women’s t-shirt sizes!
By Shari Candito • August 3, 2025
Mindfullness at Stonehurst

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By N/A N/A • September 28, 2026
Celebrate Waltham’s last operating farm while enjoying fun activities, agricultural demos, games for all ages, and live music!
By N/A N/A • September 2, 2026
13 people joined us for a walk along the Mass Central Rail Trail to Not Your Average Joe's in the Market Basket complex. We admired nature, some broken tree stakes, a mural of native wildlife, and a pet memorial. A few people didn't stay for lunch, but a few others who didn't do the walk took their place at the table. Thanks to all 16 folks who participated!
By N/A N/A • September 1, 2026
Unfortunately, the Charles River Cleanup scheduled for Saturday, September 26 has been cancelled due to the weather forecast. Another group, Keep Massachusetts Beautiful, is having a cleanup at the exact same place on next Saturday, October 3, 10 am to noon. If you’d like to do that, please sign up HERE The Waltham Land Trust is planning to host a Charles River cleanup on Saturday, November 7, with Waltham Pride and probably the other groups who were to join us on Saturday. Stay tuned!
By N/A N/A • September 1, 2026
Enjoy food at or from NYAJ’s any Tuesday in September, indicate you are part of Not Your Average Joe's Cause #1 by showing this certificate , and the WLT gets 15% of your food sale. Valid for lunch, dinner, snacks, dine in, and phone-in take-out orders (not on online orders nor delivery). They have a lovely outdoor patio!
By N/A N/A • August 24, 2026
*Our MCRT History Walk is being postponed to September 27, 2026. Same time and meeting spot for those who registered. Sorry for the last-minute change, but due to the unexpected heavy rain, we had no choice but to postpone. Thank you for your understanding. Learn about the history of the railway on which the Mass Central Rail Trail now sits!