Success Stories
These stories highlight the dedication and generosity of local landowners who, with Greenbelt’s support, have ensured their properties remain protected for future generations. Each of these unique conservation efforts reflects a deep commitment to preserving the region’s natural beauty, agricultural heritage, and open spaces.
Anton Farm
Conservation Restriction Donation
Generations of Family Preserve Historic Anton Farm with Conservation Effort
Bailey Farm
Conservation Restriction Donation
Janis and Perley Bailey Secure 60 Acres of Land for Conservation, Retaining Flexibility for Residential and Agricultural Use
Brown Spring Farm
Agricultural Preservation Restriction Purchase
Collaboration Secures Brown Spring Farm for Future Generations, Empowering Local Farmer Chris Grant
Clapp Conservation Restriction
Conservation Restriction Donation
Clapp Family Conserves 21 Acres in Ipswich, Balancing Preservation with Future Flexibility
Corbett Property
Land Bequest
Maureen Corbett Leaves Lasting Legacy by Protecting Woodlands in Haverhill
Donibristle Reservation
Conservation Purchase
Community Effort secures 44-acre Historic Donibristle Farm for Conservation and Public Access in Topsfield
Gardner Conservation Restriction
Conservation Restriction Donation
Jack and Susan Gardner Donate Conservation Restriction to Protect 80-plus Acres in Hamilton
Hamilton Wenham Open Land Trust
Conservation Transfers
Greenbelt Assumes Stewardship of Hamilton-Wenham Open Land Trust Properties
Hans Morris Property
Conservation Purchase
John Morris Preserves 18 Acres in Newbury with Conservation Sale, Creating the Hans Morris Reservation
Leonhard Farm
Conservation Restriction Purchase
Leonhard Brothers Protect 116 Acres of Family Farm in North Andover and Boxford with Conservation Easement
Mehaffey Farm
Conservation Restriction Purchase
Mehaffey Farm Secured for Future Generations with Conservation Easement and Public Trail
Wheeler Brook Farm
Conservation Restriction Purchase
Morehouse Family Secures Future of Wheeler Brook Farm with Conservation Restriction
Let our Land Conservation Staff Assist You
- Vanessa Johnson-Hall
Director of Land Conservation
978-768-7241 ext. 116 - Elizabeth Harkness
Land Conservation Specialist
978-768-7241 ext. 127 - Julia Fitzpatrick
Land Conservation Specialist
978-768-7241 ext. 129