HCT News
Nature for all: HCT’s Accessible Field Class offers wildlife wisdom at a relaxed pace
Harwich Conservation Trust’s (HCT) first-ever Accessible Birding & Natural History Field Class proved that a relaxed pace can reveal the beautiful intricacies of nature for…
Seeing the forest in a new way: HCT Field Class helps tree fans branch out
Have you ever peered into the forest and wondered “what are the names of those mysterious woody things?” Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) offered a great…
Pulling together: HCT barn provides winter storage for community rowing program
Cape Codders mark the turn toward deep autumn in a variety of ways, whether it’s finally turning on the heat or shutting down the outdoor…
State approves grants for two HCT land projects
To help fund land preservation in the Herring River watershed, the state has approved two grants for projects being led by Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT):…
What to know before you hit the trail at the Hinckleys Pond — Herring River Headwaters Preserve
There’s an exciting new option in Harwich for hiking and observing nature. The Hinckleys Pond — Herring River Headwaters Preserve has reopened after an ambitious…
Splashy debut: New AmeriCorps member joins HCT team at herring run cleanout
Some folks get to ease into their first day on the job, with leisurely introductions and a swell catered lunch. But when AmeriCorps member Lillian…
Lights, camera, otter: Playful mammal checks out HCT’s custom-made den at Cold Brook
If otters read the real estate ads, they might be intrigued by this listing: “Free Harwich pondside home with front and back door and easy access…
‘A huge achievement’: Hinckleys Pond — Herring River Headwaters Preserve re-opens after eco-restoration project
Moments before the Hinckleys Pond — Herring River Headwaters Preserve reopened after a successful eco-restoration effort, a rainbow appeared over the rewilded wetlands. It seemed like Mother…
Daylight Savings Time ends on Nov. 2: When will the sun set in Harwich?
It is somewhat delicious to be awarded an extra hour of sleep on Sunday, November 2nd, when clocks transition from Daylight Savings Time to Standard Time.…
Rewilding wetlands: The remarkable benefits of eco-restoration
It’s going to be an exciting week at the Hinckleys Pond — Herring River Headwaters Preserve, which is set to reopen on Oct. 22, after…
The buck stops here: Wildlife video from an HCT property
Generous land-saving support from Harwich Conservation Trust (HCT) donors brings bucks to our community — the kind with antlers! Check out this short video from…
‘Beautiful and precious’: Leaders tour Six Ponds District, see a bright future
An exhilarating spirit of collaboration was front and center on a tour of the beautiful and environmentally significant Six Ponds District of Critical Planning Concern…
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