Protecting Land & Nature
for you, our communities, and the future
Greenbelt conserves farmland, wildlife habitat, and scenic landscapes throughout Essex County, Massachusetts, ensuring free access to nature for all — now and forever.
Help Conserve Hoyt Farm
120-plus Acres of Farmland and Forest
With your help, Greenbelt has an opportunity to protect one of the largest unprotected farms in the Merrimack Valley.
Celebrating Essex County Farms
Honoring Local Agriculture
New video highlights the farms that Greenbelt has successfully helped protect in recent years.
Upcoming Events
OspreyCam Now Live!
Will Annie and Squam return this spring? The OspreyCam is now live and ready for their return! Tune in to watch these majestic birds make their way back to their nest, and stay updated on their every move as the season unfolds.
Get Outside in Essex County
Come explore Greenbelt’s conserved properties. Whether you want to hike, kayak, run, paint or bird, we’re sure you’ll find the perfect spot at one of our reservations.
Latest News
Faces of Greenbelt: Dan Tieger and Noah Leavitt, Cyclists, Advocates, Supporters
Posted 4/22/25
Dan Tieger and Noah Leavitt are devoted gravel riders who launched Greenbelt’s Gravel Bike Meetup, now in its fifth year. This year's event will take place Saturday, May 3, starting at Vineyard Hill…
New Video Highlights Importance of Protecting Hoyt Farm in Merrimac
Posted 4/22/25
In this new video, Greenbelt’s Director of Land Conservation, Vanessa Johnson-Hall, shares why conserving Hoyt Farm goes far beyond preserving working agricultural land.
Faces of Greenbelt: Jim Comeau, Land Protection Planner, Mentor, Advocate
Posted 3/19/25
Jim Comeau has dedicated his entire professional career to land conservation. Over a period of nearly four decades he has played a pivotal role in the permanent protection of countless natural…
We Need You!
We love our volunteers! Your time and interest are some of the greatest gifts you can give to the future, and to Greenbelt. Join our team to give back, meet people, have fun, and make a difference.