HHLT closes on Tondreau Preserve
Harpswell Heritage Land Trust closed on the new Anna M. Tondreau Preserve on June 12. The property will be the Land Trust's 19th preserve with public access in Harpswell.
Harpswell orchards are the legacy of Robert McIntyre, lover of ‘immortal apples’
Come spring, Harpswell's air is sweet with the scent of apple blossoms. Wander the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust trails at Houghton Graves Park or Curtis Farm Preserve and you'll see an array of young apple trees in bloom.
HCA risks outweighed benefits
Though we have submitted a press release about Harpswell Heritage Land Trust's decision to respectfully decline the generous offer of the Harpswell Coastal Academy property, we wanted to follow that with a letter to you, the Harpswell community.
Protecting our dark sky
Harpswell is known for its iconic views of sea and shore. North, south, east or west, spin the compass and you'll find scenes of great natural beauty all around. Well, here's another direction to look and see something amazing. Up.
HHLT hires lands and stewardship director
Harpswell Heritage Land Trust has hired a new lands and stewardship director. Patrick Otto began the job last month, taking over for Reed Coles, who retires March 31.
The future of accessible trails in Harpswell
Her smile really tells the story, along with the two-thumbs-up rating. Aggie Perry, 4, thoroughly enjoyed exploring the town of Harpswell's recently renovated Cliff Trail with her wheelchair, "Go-Go," and her mom, Molly Perry.
Land Trust names McLeod executive director
Julia McLeod was confirmed as executive director of the Harpswell Heritage Land Trust by a unanimous vote of the organization's Board of Trustees on Tuesday, Aug. 16.
HHLT elects trustees, recognizes longtime leader
Harpswell Heritage Land Trust held its annual meeting of the membership on Tuesday, July 12. The nonprofit elected new trustees and officers and recognized the impact and accomplishments of longtime Executive Director Reed Coles.
HHLT receives $250K grant toward land buy
The Harpswell Heritage Land Trust has received a $250,000 grant toward its purchase of the Tondreau property on Great Island. The campaign is one of 20 new projects across the state that will receive funding from the Land for Maine's Future program through a competitive grant process.
HHLT’s Nature Day Camp makes successful return
Harpswell Heritage Land Trust’s Nature Day Camp ran uninterrupted for 22 years, until COVID-19 struck and the land trust made the difficult decision to cancel its camps in 2020.
