LLT News

April 2024

Mark your Calendar! Give Local is April 24-25

We hope you will consider Litchfield Land Trust during Give Local’s two-day fundraising campaign. We know there are so many worthy organizations to support! We will be raising funds to finalize the purchase and fortify the stewardship of the Putnam Property, an important and strategic 104-acre parcel.


Bookmark our Give Local page and visit on April 24 & 25 to make your contribution.

Our Give Local Page

Join us for Make Music Day!

The Station Celebration:

Make Music, Meet Friends

Friday, June 21, 2024

4pm- 6pm

28 Russell St., Litchfield, CT


Participating organizations:


  • Litchfield Land Trust
  • Litchfield Hills Audubon Society
  • Litchfield Housing Trust
  • Rivers Alliance of CT
  • Litchfield Community Greenway


RSVP by June 15 to info@litchfieldlandtrust.org

860-361-9310 / litchfieldlandtrust.org

Bring a lawn chair if you wish

Enjoy local musicians and refreshments, visit organizations, hear their mission at The Station.

This celebration for the Summer Solstice is an initiative of the NW CT Arts Council.

LLT Presentation at Oliver Wolcott Library

Live, In-Person & Live on Zoom:

Thursday, April 25: 7:00 - 8:00 PM

In-Person Space is limited. 

Registration is required. 

Register Here

All of us together are the Litchfield Land Trust. Find out what the Land Trust does and how it collaborates locally and regionally. Learn why the Trust's work and partnerships with private landowners is essential for a vibrant future.

The Land Trust's Executive Director, Dean Birdsall will identify currently protected lands as well as regions of strategic importance for future considerations. He will also discuss different approaches to land protections and how to work more effectively as individuals and as a community to appreciate the wonderful natural resources in northwestern Connecticut.

Dean Birdsall is the Litchfield Land Trust Executive Director. Previously, he served on the Land Trust's Board including serving as the Stewardship Chairperson. He is a passionate outdoor enthusiast, environmental advocate, and committed community volunteer. He lives in Litchfield and is the proud father of two daughters. 

Zoom Participants:  Click below on April 25 at 7 PM to Zoom to this talk.

Zoom Link

Purchase Native Plants

Native Plant Sale is in full swing!  Order online now with pickup on May 10 and May 11 to get ready for Mother’s Day. 

Available plants are:


  • Red Oak ($30)
  • Highbush blueberry ($25)
  • Sprucebush ($25)
  • Meadowsweet ($25)
  • Sweet Pepperbush ($25)
Buy Plants

Save these Dates!

Earth Day celebration, April 20th 12pm - 2pm

The Land Trust is participating with Sustainable Litchfield in this community celebration to be held at the Litchfield Community Center.  Come join us for enjoyable activities and learning about sustainability.  Enjoy live music, live animals, games, giveaways, contests, crafts, demonstrations, and MORE!

Register for Community Clean-up

SAVE THE DATE

Sunset Party – Sept. 20th The annual Litchfield Land Trust fundraiser, the Sunset Party, is scheduled for Friday September 20, 2024 at the Jenson Barn, Prospect Mt. Rd, Litchfield.  

We are presently seeking sponsors for the event and welcome your suggestions. Please send them to Kim, Office Manager at info@litchfieldlandtrust.org .