Active Red Flag Warnings
Due to continued drought, low humidity, and gusty winds, WLT is suspending all mowing and use of power equipment at our preserves out of an abundance of caution to prevent forest fires. Please take extra care—do not have outdoor bonfires, use extreme caution when handling ignition sources, and maintain vehicles to prevent stray sparks. If you notice a fire, however small, please immediately report it to the local fire department. There are several brush fires in New York and Connecticut, with smoke moving into our region. Thank you for your patience.
Westchester Land Trust has protected many preserves with trails that are readily accessible to the public year round and free of charge. Enjoy meadows, forests, wetlands, scenic vistas, and the natural beauty that makes Westchester and Putnam counties a special place to live.
Please stay on the trails and report anything that needs attention to info@westchesterlandtrust.org or 914-234-6992 ext. 16. Easy, moderate, and challenging trails are available throughout WLT’s service area. So get out there and enjoy the land!
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Preserve Guidelines
Help us keep our preserves safe for everyone by respecting the land, wildlife, plants, and people.
- Stay on the trails
- Do not disturb or remove plants, wildlife, soil, or rocks
- Be considerate of other visitors
- Plan ahead and prepare for unexpected weather
- Dogs must be leashed at all times
- Dispose of all waste properly
- Practice Leave No Trace principles
- We do not allow motorized vehicles or bikes, foraging, hunting, trapping, firearms, camping, or fires
- Report any problems to info@westchesterlandtrust.org or 914-234-6992 ext. 16
To inquire about conducting programming on any of our preserves, contact Janelle Robbins at janelle@westchesterlandtrust.org or 914-234-6992 ext. 16.
Are you interested in hosting a private hike, tour, or other special event on one of our preserves?
Use this form to apply to host a private hike, tour, or other special event on one of our preserves. Applications are considered on a case-by-case basis and must be submitted at least one month prior to your proposed event. This form will help us schedule stewardship activities, ensure that the preserve and trails are currently open, that there’s sufficient parking for your group, and to make sure there aren’t any competing outings on your special day.
Please note that none of our preserves have restrooms, trash cans, or dumpsters. We practice Leave No Trace Principles and ask you do the same.
If you are granted use of a preserve for your event, you will need to provide proof of insurance and list Westchester Land Trust as an additional insured party on your policy for the day.
If you are interested in a corporate stewardship volunteer event, use this form instead.
Want to wander through a meadow of wildflowers?
Take a stroll through the Tom Burke Preserve in Bedford Hills, or Pine Croft Meadow Preserve in Waccabuc.
Is a wooded preserve with long winding trails more your speed?
Lace up your boots and hit the Westchester Wilderness Walk/Zofnass Family Preserve in Pound Ridge.
What about a preserve with a truly remote feel?
The Danner Preserve straddles the towns of Yorktown and Putnam Valley spanning Westchester and Putnam counties.
What are the Leave No Trace Principles?
Westchester Land Trust promotes Leave No Trace Principles. We encourage you to practice these principles at our Preserves and beyond.
- Plan ahead and prepare
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors