Episode 36 – Wildly Local with Faith at the North County Land Trust

In this episode, we dive deep into the heart of North Central Massachusetts conservation efforts with Faith from the North County Land Trust (NCLT) — a nonprofit that's been protecting the region's land, wildlife, and natural beauty since 1992. If you’ve ever hiked a local trail, admired an untouched forest, or picked up fresh veggies at a local farmstand, chances are the NCLT has played a part in keeping those wild and wonderful spaces thriving.

🌿 Who is the North County Land Trust?
Based in Leominster, the North County Land Trust is focused on land conservation, stewardship, and environmental education. Their mission goes beyond just protecting open space — they actively engage with the community through outreach, education, and partnerships with towns and landowners.

Faith walks us through how land trusts like NCLT operate — from working with private landowners to preserve property, to restoring habitat for threatened species, and ensuring public access to some of the most beautiful places in the region.

🏞️ Why This Work Matters Now
As development expands and climate change intensifies, land conservation has never been more urgent. Faith shares how NCLT is preserving not only land but also local character, biodiversity, and sustainability. Their work ensures that future generations can enjoy the same wild trails, quiet forests, and vibrant farms we do today.

We talk about:

• How NCLT partners with towns and individuals to permanently protect land
• The importance of land access and equity
• How conserved land can support local food systems and climate resilience
• Trails, events, and other ways to get involved locally

🛶 Wildly Local Living
Faith also shares her personal journey — how her background in planning and passion for place brought her to this role. Her insights remind us that “local” isn’t just about shopping down the street. It’s about connecting to the land beneath our feet, supporting the ecosystems around us, and protecting the places that make New England special.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves hiking, farming, local food, conservation, or simply wants to better understand what’s happening behind the scenes to protect our natural spaces.

🎧 Tune in now to hear how Faith and the NCLT are working to keep our corner of the world wild — in the best way possible. Listen below, watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts!

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