Healthy Land - Strong Communities

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Health Land - Strong Communities. Photo by Tom Sullivan

The Power of SVT

  • Protecting fields, forests, and farms for people and wildlife
  • Covering 36 communities around the Sudbury, Assabet, and Concord Rivers
  • Maintaining free trails for public enjoyment
  • Offering nature outings and educational programs

Thank you to the members, supporters, volunteers, and partners who make this work possible.

"The Power of SVT" video debuted at our 2026 Flower Power Gala.

 

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Spotted Lanternfly. Photo by Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources.
The spotted lanternfly is native to parts of China and Vietnam. Its host plant is the tree of heaven, which is also native to that region and is also considered invasive in Massachusetts. 

Hopeful News About Spotted Lanternfly

For the past few years, SVT has asked our members to be on the lookout for the spotted lanternfly (SLF). This invasive insect, which damages host...

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Dog on Leash. Adobe Stock Photo.

Please Leash Your Dog on Sudbury Trails

Our colleagues in the municipal offices of the Town of Sudbury inform us that they are stepping up enforcement of the local Leash Law on their...

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These signs were used by members of the Nature for Massachusetts Coalition during a rally at the Massachusetts State House in December 2025.

"Protect Water and Nature" Initiative Seeks Signatures

SVT encourages our members to support the proposed Protect Water and Nature ballot initiative that will dedicate funds to purchase land for...

Featured Nature Sightings

Contributed by SVT members and friends, Nature Sightings images show the many species of wildlife that make their homes in the SVT region. 

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