Conservation Commission News & Announcements

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Planning Board adopts Lynnfield 2040 Vision Plan

In its April 24, 2024 Planning Board meeting, members unanimously adopted the final Lynnfield visioning plan report– “Lynnfield... more ››

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GARLIC MUSTARD - This is the time to get rid of it in your yards!

The highly invasive Garlic Mustard plant is quickly gaining a foothold in Lynnfield, and this is the time to take it out!

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Lynnfield earns Arbor Day Foundation’s prestigious GROWTH AWARD!

In his April 30, 2024 letter, Arbor Day Chief Executive Daniel Lambe congratulated the Lynnfield community on its 2023 Tree City USA... more ››

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REMINDER - Presentation TONIGHT April 30 at 7PM – "The Adverse Human and Environmental Effects of Light Pollution"

Join members of the Tree Committee for a presentation by Dr. Mario Motta, a former Lynnfield resident, recognized for his tireless work to... more ››

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Rail Trail Update - April 12, 2024

Please visit this link for the April 12, 2024 Rail Trail update - Narrative and Power Point presentation. 

Dr. Mario Motta

Presentation April 30 at 7PM – "The Adverse Human and Environmental Effects of Light Pollution"

Join members of the Tree Committee for a presentation by Dr. Mario Motta, a former Lynnfield resident, recognized for his tireless work to... more ››

Lynnfield Woodlot

Come celebrate Arbor Day with The Tree Committee Saturday, April 27th - 10:00am

Tree Committee to Celebrate Arbor Day April 27th

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The Incredible Value of dead and fallen trees

Many may not be aware of the important ecological value of dead trees left in place. In actuality, dead trees support a complex animal,... more ››

Great American Rain Barrel

Great American Rain Barrel at 40% off – order now for pick up at the DPW June 15!

The Lynnfield Center Water District and the DPW are teaming to sell The Great American Rain Barrels to residents at a substantial savings... more ››

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First 2024 Volunteer Community Clean-up

March 24 marked the first community volunteer clean-up event in town.

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Rail Trail project featured at LHS Civics Action Projects forum

Lynnfield’s Rail Trail project was one of the student-led Civics Action Projects showcased at the high school on March 13, 2024.

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LHS Students showcase the Importance of Trees

"Trees for a Change" was one of the student-led Civics Action Projects showcased at the high school on March 13, 2024. The project centered... more ››

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Select Board hears Open Space & Recreation Working Group's 2023 Progress Report

The Select Board appointed members to the Open Space & Recreation Working Group (OSRWG) in September 2022 in order to execute the... more ››

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Rail Trail Updates - February 7, 2024 and March 7, 2024

Please visit this link for the February 7 and March 7 Rail Trail updates - Narratives and Photos.  ... more ››

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Select Board Appoints Maria Fernandez Donovan to Conservation Commission

Maria Fernandez-Donovan AIA, LEED AP BD+C, the latest appointed addition to the Lynnfield Conservation Commission, has lived in Lynnfield... more ››

Steve Fantone leads Lynnfield Woodlot walk

Steve Fantone leads first community walk on Lynnfield Woodlot

On Saturday, January 27, Steve Fantone led a nature walk on the newly opened Lynnfield Woodlot. The property, formally known as Richardson... more ››

Urban Forestry presentation with Erica Holm

January 29 Meeting House presentation – Urban and Community Forestry with Mass Audubon Guest Speaker

On Monday, January 29 at the Meeting House from 7 – 8:30 PM, the public is invited to join the Lynnfield Tree Committee... more ››

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LYNN WOODS is now permanently protected from development

Greenbelt | Essex Country’s Land Trust and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) have partnered to protect more... more ››

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Lynnfield’s Cademartori participates at PIE (Parker, Ipswich, Essex Rivers watersheds) annual meeting.

Emilie Cademartori, Director of Planning & Conservation, was invited to attend the Dec. 7 PIE Rivers Partnership Annual Meeting.

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Greenbelt Opens Lynnfield Woodlot

Just in time for the 2024 New Year, Greenbelt | Essex County’s Land Trust has opened Lynnfield Woodlot - a very ... more ››

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