Preserving and protecting
OLD SAYBROOK
The Old Saybrook Land Trust is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, 100% volunteer-run organization. Our mission is to preserve open space and protect the town’s valuable natural resources for the benefit of the general public.
Stewardship
3rd Saturday of each month
8:30-10:30 am
Each month we visit a different OSLT property.
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Events
Many times during the year we host hikes, outings, lectures and other fun activities.
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Old Saybrook Land Trust Purchase Agreement Signed for 14 Acre Parcel
The Old Saybrook Land Trust (OSLT) is in the process of purchasing a 14 acre parcel (Town ID 058-034-0000) from the Old Saybrook Racquet Club (OSRC). The club is offering it to us at a very attractive price in order to save this beautiful property from development.
This wooded property already has an extensive trail system that OSLT will expand for public use once acquired. A pristine 6 acre pond sits in the middle of the property and feeds a wetlands area that is the beginning of the headwaters of Hyde Creek in our recently acquired Ayer’s Point marsh property. (see GIS map)
It has many native and relatively rare plants, as well as serving as a haven for resident and migratory birds. Other features include a secluded vernal pool.
We have just signed a Purchase Agreement with the OSRC. We are currently negotiating for a loan and have learned that a larger down payment will make it easier for us to get approval and may entitle us a lower interest rate.
Therefore we are trying to quickly raise an additional funds for a potential closing in early July.
Please consider helping us preserve this unique property. Donations can be made by sending a check to Old Saybrook Land Trust, LLC, P.O. Box 109, Old Saybrook, CT 06475 or by credit card below.
Questions? Email us at oldsaybrooklandtrust@oslt.org
Thank you for your support.
Welcome
Old Saybrook, with its wealth of natural resources, is a beautiful place to live and to visit. The estuary of the Connecticut River has been both nationally and internationally recognized for its ecological significance, provides habitat for a number of rare and endangered species and is an important stopover for migrating waterfowl, as well as a critical spawning area for fish. Rich tidal wetlands fringe the town’s southern boundary along Long Island Sound, with two tidal river systems providing additional significant habitat. No less important are the forested uplands of the town, a complex of rocky outcrops interspersed with rich inland wetland habitat.
The Old Saybrook Land Trust is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, 100% volunteer-run organization. Our mission is to preserve open space and protect the town’s valuable natural resources for the benefit of the general public.
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