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Faces of Greenbelt: Jenn Houle – Artist, Educator, Environmentalist
Posted 8/26/25
Learn more about Merrimac artist and creative placemaker Jenn Houle, whose Glow Mural Project is currently on display at four Greenbelt locations through October.

Greenbelt Announces Agreement to Conserve 66 Acres in Hamilton
Posted 8/26/25
Greenbelt has reached an agreement to purchase and permanently protect 66 acres of ecologically significant land at 133 Essex Street in Hamilton, adjacent to Chebacco Woods.

Looking Back with Gratitude: Dave Rimmer Reflects on 25 Years at Greenbelt
Posted 8/26/25
Since 2001, Dave Rimmer has been a cornerstone of the Greenbelt community, leading land stewardship with a thoughtful, balanced approach. In this reflection, he honors the people who made his work…

Dave Rimmer to Retire as Director of Stewardship, Will Continue to Lead Osprey Program
Posted 8/21/25
Colleagues past and present reflect on Dave Rimmer's lasting legacy after nearly 25 years of exceptional leadership at Greenbelt.

Glow Mural Project Combines Art, Science, and Pollinator Habitat Restoration
Posted 7/22/25
The Glow Mural Project, a unique nighttime art experience that blends glow-in-the-dark murals, hands-on community science, and native plant restoration, now on view at four Greenbelt properties.

Greenbelt Protects 120-plus Acres of Working Farmland and Forest in Merrimac
Posted 7/22/25
In June, Greenbelt successfully acquired Hoyt Farm in Merrimac, one of the largest remaining unprotected farms in the Merrimack Valley.

Faces of Greenbelt: Emerson Dahmen, Osprey Monitor, Devoted Volunteer, Longtime Donor
Posted 7/22/25
Emerson Dahmen has been a dedicated Osprey monitor for more than a decade and also contributes his time and expertise to Greenbelt in many other ways.

Glen Urquhart Students Learn About Land Stewardship… and Invasive Species!
Posted 6/23/25
A curious and enthusiastic group of fifth graders from Glen Urquhart School in Beverly are well-versed in all things invasive — as well as a variety of other topics related to land conservation and…

Faces of Greenbelt: Jessica and Michael Tomlinson: Neighbors, Donors, Friends
Posted 6/23/25
Jessica and Michael Tomlinson live just across the street from the trailhead to the Viburnum Woods conservation area, which officially opened in early June. Residents of Haverhill’s Parsonage Hill…

Greenbelt’s 2024 Annual Report: A Year of Transition & Growth
Posted 5/29/25
Check out Greenbelt’s 2024 Annual Report — an overview of the year’s conservation milestones and a heartfelt thanks to the supporters who made it all possible!

Faces of Greenbelt: Phil McGowan, Seasonal Stewardship Ranger, Loyal Supporter
Posted 5/28/25
As Greenbelt’s Seasonal Stewardship Ranger, Phil McGowan's job is to visit all of our public properties across Essex County to ensure they are safe, clean, and welcoming.

Hamilton Teen Collaborates with Greenbelt on Eagle Scout Project
Posted 5/23/25
Henry Siedzik, a 15-year-old Hamilton resident and Beverly High School sophomore, recently completed a community service project at Dodge Farm.