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Greenbelt works with individuals, municipalities, and partner organizations to conserve local land.

To sign up for a membership, visit here:

http://ecg.convio.net/site/Donation2?df_id=2061&2061.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T

06/18/2026

Lead Mills & Wyman Woods is a great walk with beautiful views between Salem and Marblehead. This property is a great way to see a different view of Salem Harbor away from major crowds! Learn more by visiting https://www.ecga.org/property/lead-mills-wyman-woods or by downloading the GreenbeltGO app!

Photo Credit: Em Monahan Skoff [email protected]

06/15/2026

By all measures, this year’s Art in the Barn was a resounding success!

Our sincere thanks to all who visited, volunteered, or participated. From start to finish, the event was a lively and engaging celebration of creativity, community, and conservation — with record attendance and sales.

Perfect — if a bit hot and humid — weather set the stage for this year’s art extravaganza, which included a lively opening reception on Friday evening featuring live music, food trucks, and beverages (including Greenbelt Pilsner). This positive energy carried into Saturday, as a steady stream of friends and supporters visited the exhibition, many lingering to enjoy the natural beauty of Cox Reservation.

Photo credits: Stephen Kozowyk & Greenbelt staff.

06/09/2026

Last week, a cheerful group of outdoor enthusiasts and Greenbelt supporters gathered at Richardson’s Ice Cream in Middleton to celebrate the conclusion of our year-long Go-Getter Trails Challenge, which wrapped up at the end of May.

More than 360 people took part in the challenge, exploring our properties across Essex County on their own time and at their own pace. While not intended to be a competition, more than 20 participants hiked all 55 properties included in the challenge, with several adding even more for good measure.

Congrats to all who took part! We hope you enjoyed your adventures and will keep seeking more. Check out our GreenbeltGo trails app for further inspiration: ecga.org/greenbeltgo

06/08/2026

Art in the Barn is fast approaching, and Cox Reservation is already abuzz with activity as preparations ramp up for Friday’s public opening. Today, artists began delivering wall art, and over the coming days, table art will arrive and the exhibition and sale will fully take shape.

A heartfelt thank you to the dedicated volunteers who are helping make it all happen. From checking in artwork to hanging and displaying hundreds of pieces, their support is invaluable.

Art in the Barn takes place June 12–13 at Cox Reservation in Essex. The Opening Reception will be held on Friday, June 12, from 5:00–8:30pm. Proceeds from this event benefit Greenbelt’s land conservation efforts.

Full details: ecga.org/ArtintheBarn

06/05/2026

Art in the Barn is almost here — and we could use a few extra hands to help ensure its success!

Volunteering is a great way to support Greenbelt, connect with local artists, meet others in the community, and experience this special event from behind the scenes.

Now in its third decade, Art in the Barn returns June 12–13 at Cox Reservation in Essex. This beloved North Shore tradition features a juried selection of work by more than 130 regional artists and thousands of pieces spanning a wide range of media. Participating artists generously contribute 50 percent or more of their proceeds to support our mission.

Volunteer opportunities are available during the event (June 12–13) and afterward (June 16), with a variety of roles to fit different interests and schedules.

Interested in helping? Learn more & sign-up: https://bit.ly/4x664ux

06/04/2026

We hope you can join us tomorrow (Friday) evening for the launch of Greenbelt Pilsner at the True North Ales Taproom in Ipswich!

Stop by between 5:00–7:00pm to celebrate this exciting collaboration, initiated by our NextGen Committee, and enjoy a crisp German-style pilsner brewed with locally harvested wildflower honey. A great opportunity to connect with fellow Greenbelt supporters and raise a glass to conservation and community.

You can also take home a collectible Greenbelt Pilsner glass for just $5 (while supplies last) and pick up a four-pack featuring custom-designed labels. A portion of all sales will support our land conservation mission.

We'd love to see you there!

Learn more: bit.ly/GreenbeltPilsner

06/02/2026

Breaking news from the nest! Two of Annie and Squam’s three eggs have now hatched, and the final one is expected to follow within the next day or so. It’s a perfect time to tune into the OspreyCam as activity around the nest is about to ramp up significantly.

Watch the proud parents in action as they care for their newest arrivals!

Visit the OspreyCam: ecga.org/osprey-cam

05/31/2026

Growing season is in full swing, and we currently have a limited number of open plots available at our Young Farm Community Garden in Gloucester! These spots won’t last long, so if you’re interested in growing your own vegetables, flowers, or herbs this season, be sure to reach out soon.

To participate, gardeners must hold a Greenbelt annual membership at the Supporter level, which includes access to one garden plot, as well as opportunities to attend special events, receive conservation updates, and more. Best of all, you’ll connect with others in the Greenbelt community and help support our mission.

Learn more & sign-up: https://bit.ly/GBGardens

05/29/2026

Looking for a refreshing way to wind down after an invigorating day spent outdoors? We’ve got just the answer. Starting next month, you’ll be able to enjoy a pint (or can) of Greenbelt Pilsner, a limited-edition craft beer created in collaboration with our friends at True North Ales!

Brewed with locally harvested wildflower honey, this crisp German-style pilsner will make its debut at the True North Ales Taproom in Ipswich during a launch celebration on Friday, June 5, from 5:00–7:00pm.

In addition to connecting with others in the Greenbelt community — including members of our NextGen Committee, who spearheaded this creative collaboration — guests can enjoy their beer in a collectible Greenbelt Pilsner glass to take home for an additional $5, while supplies last. Four-packs featuring custom-designed labels will also be available for purchase.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/GreenbeltPilsner

True North Ale Company

Address

82 Eastern Avenue
Essex, MA
01929

Website

http://www.ecga.org/

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