Conservation Commission News & Announcements

Caterpillar lab

THE CATERPILLAR LAB is coming to Lynnfield!

On Wednesday, September 28, THE CATERPILLAR LAB will set up a mini-version of their own lab space located in Keene, NH. This drop-in... more ››

MOTUS bird route

Lynnfield Middle School plays important role in MOTUS Migratory Bird Tracking Network!

On July 22, 2021, members of the Northeast MOTUS Collaboration installed a migratory bird receiving station at the Lynnfield Middle School.

Bow Ridge Trail Image

Trail Map is published for Lynnfield’s Bow Ridge Conservation Area/Kallenberg Quarry

A trail map brochure is now available for visitors to Lynnfield’s Bow Ridge Conservation Area/Kallenberg Quarry – one of five Conservation... more ››

Great American Rain Barrel

Want a rain barrel at a substantial savings?

When the skies ever decide to rain, it would be great to have a rain barrel in place!!

ATV use

Did you know? ATV use is NOT permitted on public lands in Lynnfield.

The ATV industry (All-Terrain-Vehicles) has seen steady growth over the last several decades, with increased popularity during the recent... more ››

Partridge Island with ferns

Woodland beauty on Conservation land in Lynnfield...

The ferns that grow on either side of the trail leading to the Partridge Island boardwalk are particularly lush and beautiful in mid-summer... more ››

LEVEL 2 "Significant Drought Alert" declared for our area

The Mass. Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) has declared a LEVEL 2 – SIGNIFICANT DROUGHT for the northeastern Massachusetts.  This... more ››

black earth composting

Only 5 FREE 13-Gallon compost kits left!

There are only 5 FREE 13-gallon Black Earth Composting composting kits left! These kits are funded from the last state grant awarded to our... more ››

Tree City USA logo

Arbor Day Foundation names Lynnfield a 2021 Tree City USA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  LINCOLN, NEBRASKA - - - April 8, 2022

RG - now Lynnfield Woodlot

Richardson Green is now LYNNFIELD WOODLOT!

After a two-year effort, the 21-acre Richardson Green parcel in northern Lynnfield is now permanently protected under the stewardship of... more ››

Richardson green photo

Status Update - Lynnfield-Wakefield Rail Trail

Project Overview:

garlic mustard

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

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

info table

ConCom Participates in Lynnfield Art Guild’s Annual Show & Festival

The Conservation Commission and the Lynnfield Recycling Committee staffed a table on the Common April 30 during the Lynnfield Art Guild's... more ››

Black Earth Composting 13-gal container

Attend April 30 Spring Art Show and Festival!

The Lynnfield Art Guild has expanded its annual spring show to include many Lynnfield organizations. The Conservation Commission and the... more ››

bark rubbing

April 22 – 10:30-11:30AM – Family Discovery Walk and Tree Planting

On Friday, April 22 come celebrate Earth Day with the Lynnfield Tree Committee with a FAMILY DISCOVERY WALK and tree... more ››

NNL 60th logo

Lynnfield joins 60th anniversary celebration of National Natural Landmark Program with its Reedy Meadow landmark!

The Lynnfield Conservation Commission is proud to join the 60-year anniversary celebration of the National Natural Landmark Program with... more ››

Troop 82559

Lynnfield Troop 82559 to Complete Spring Beaverdam Brook Restoration Project

April 4th, 2022 - Girl Scout Troop 82559 is set to begin work on Beaverdam Brook trails as part of a restoration community service project... more ››

approval from eoeea

State EOEEA Approves Lynnfield Open Space & Recreation Plan - March 31, 2022

Today, March 31, 2022, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEEA) approved the Lynnfield Open Space... more ››

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