Volunteer

Your Land Trust needs you! 

There are many ways to volunteer with the Clinton Land Conservation Trust (CLCT) – in the field, at home or at events. We are extremely fortunate to have many dedicated volunteers who bring their energy and talents to ensure the protection and appreciation of Clinton’s natural resources.

Our Land Trust is all volunteer

The Board of Directors (all volunteers) oversees the committees where the work of the CLCT is done. From land acquisition to property management and stewardship, as well as outreach, events coordinators and fund-raising efforts, volunteers handle every aspect of land trust operation.

There is much to do, and we need your help. It’s easy to get started. Volunteers may email Kim Flanagan, Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@clintonlandtrust.org and let us know how you would like to get involved.

Take a look at the list below and contact us about the ways that you would like to help. Join us and make a difference in your community with conservation-minded friends!

Events and Fundraising

• CLCT is dedicated to promoting the benefits of land conservation. The Events Committee plays a pivotal role by offering activities and fundraising events that encourage an appreciation and understanding of the natural world for CLCT members and neighbors

• Join us in brainstorming and planning meetings to establish a calendar of events for the year

• Organize or help with an event: schedule a date, secure a location, contact vendors, recruit volunteers, shop for and/or collect supplies, keep track of participants and expenses

• Bring new ideas to help CLCT with fundraising in our community

Scouts/Youth Organizations/Community Service 

From kiosks and sign building to litter pick up and trail assistance, help from our town Scouts and other youth organizations are a great resource for CLCT. We are happy to discuss any special projects or community service events you would like to organize.

technology, marketing, and Administrative Support

• Social media marketing

• Contact people who have moved to town to introduce them to CLCT

• Follow up calls to new members; calls to previous members who became members again this year

• Website support – update website as needed

• Data entry & analysis

Volunteer Stewardship Opportunities

We will train you in these various positions for CLCT properties!

• Trail Volunteer – pitch in to help with basic trail and preserve maintenance. Do it on your own or join a group of like-minded volunteers for a scheduled preserve work party

• Property Monitor – walk the perimeter or boundary of a CLCT property once a year – or more often if possible – and file a report. Become a Property Monitor!

• Preserve or Trail Steward – adopt a CLCT preserve or trail and gain a thorough knowledge and appreciation, monitor at least a few times a year, and help with maintenance

• Land Management Team – sign up to be called upon to help with larger projects such as the removal of fallen trees and obstacles as needed on trails. Helpful skills and tools are:

  • Has a chainsaw to help remove trees and large branches

  • Has a small tractor to use for preserve maintenance

  • Has a power mower or brush hog- for path mowing and clearing of areas.
    Post hole digging/ excavation work

Thank you to all CLCT Volunteers!

Relocating a waterlogged bridge that had been washed downstream at Deane Haag Preserve required the formidable efforts of an exceptional team of volunteers!

Before and after-Plank walk upgrade on the blue trail at Jesse Buell Forest

Before and after photos and our all-star team!

Below, are photos of a rebuilt osprey platform on Pratt Rd. and of a brand-new platform. Special thanks to Terry Shaw for his hard work and dedication to this great cause!