Who We Are
We are more than 100,000 people like you who want to protect the places we love, or simply like to be outdoors. Together with our neighbors, we protect the distinct character of our communities and inspire a commitment to our special places. Our passion is to share with everyone the irreplaceable natural and cultural treasures we care for.

What We Do
We enjoy and care for 99 special places—nearly 25,000 acres—all around Massachusetts. And we are actively building an extended family of friends and neighbors across the state that can help in their different ways.

What We Are Up Against
Through more than 100 years of hard work and high standards, The Trustees have built a sterling reputation and a stunning physical legacy.

Today, the places we care about are going fast, and the forces undermining them, including climate change, are moving faster. We need to tap the wellspring of people’s joy—in their communities, their heritage, and the natural world—and mobilize a whole new generation to care.

In 2007, The Trustees adopted an ambitious Strategic Plan, Trustees 2017, that outlines our approach to conservation in Massachusetts over the next decade.

How You Can Get Involved

• Become a Trustee
  Membership opens a world of new experiences, gives access to your favorite activities, and provides rewarding opportunities for involvement.
  
  
• Visit a Property
  From the Berkshires to the Islands, The Trustees’ properties connect you with the natural, historical, and cultural treasures that make Massachusetts special.
  
  
• Speak Up for Issues You Care About
  Sign up for our Conservation News e-newsletter to get the latest word on conservation issues in Massachusetts.
  
  
• Volunteer
  Spend an hour, a day, or make a longer commitment to volunteer with The Trustees. We can't do it without you.