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Celebrate Our Wild and Scenic Rivers at Riverfest 2022

Published June 6, 2022 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 6/21/2022

Summer is almost here! There’s no better time than now to experience the Wild and Scenic Rivers in your own backyard. We invite you to get outside with your family for a weekend of hiking, … More →

Wildflowers of Spring and Summer Workshop

Published March 1, 2022 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 3/16/2022

Get ready for Spring! This online class will introduce you to the wild beauties blooming in the woods, wetlands and meadows of Sudbury and surrounding areas. Learn about early spring’s marsh marigolds and late spring’s … More →

Remote Participation for Meetings Under Emergency Order

Published February 16, 2022 | Town Manager

EXTENDED THROUGH 7/15/22. Sudbury has implemented “remote participation” procedures under Governor Baker’s Emergency Order for all boards, committees, and commissions until further notice. More →

Bruce Freeman Rail Trail MEPA Certificate Issued

Published November 22, 2021 | Planning & Community Development | Automatically Archived on 2/1/2022

MassDOT and the Town of Sudbury have submitted the ENF to MEPA. More →

State Agricultural Officials Discover Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Population in Worcester County

Published September 28, 2021 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 11/30/2021

Adult SLF (photo credit: Lawrence Barringer, PDA) State Agricultural Officials Discover Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Population in Worcester County Satellite Population in Fitchburg Represents Easternmost Spread of Pest FITCHBURG – The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural … More →

Fall Guided Hikes

Published September 23, 2021 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 10/29/2021

The Sudbury Conservation Commission, the Sudbury Valley Trustees, and the Friends of the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge are sponsoring guided walks through Sudbury’s Conservation Areas. Please join Neela de Zoysa this October to enjoy … More →

Waterchestnut Treatment – Stearns, Carding, and Grist Mill Ponds

Published June 29, 2021 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 7/14/2021

The second year of waterchestnut treatment in Grist Mill, Carding Mill, and Stearns Mill Ponds will commence June 30, 2021.

Ford’s Folly Reopened

Published June 17, 2021 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 7/2/2021

The trail over Ford’s Folly has been fixed and is now safe for passage. Enjoy!

Conservation Commission Seeking Members

Published May 26, 2021 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 6/27/2021

Desired qualifications include working knowledge and interest in land protection and stewardship. More →

Bark Rangers Training Rescheduled

Published April 22, 2021 | Conservation Commission | Automatically Archived on 5/6/2021

We need your help. Please come join Sudbury Valley Trustees, Department of Conservation and Recreation and the Towns of Sudbury and Marlborough to become trained in volunteering as a Bark Ranger. Bark Rangers will assist … More →

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The Sudbury Conservation Commission was established in 1962 to protect local natural resources and features and to act as stewards of the town’s conservation properties.

Mission Statement:

To preserve, protect, and improve the Town’s valuable water, land, plant, and animal resources for the benefit of present and future generations (under the legal authority granted under The Conservation Commission Act, by the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, and by the Sudbury Wetlands Administration Bylaw); to foster community involvement in the protection and enjoyment of Sudbury’s open spaces and natural resources through education and stewardship; and to balance the interests of jurisdictional projects with the public benefits provided by wetland resource areas, to guide Sudbury’s future, under a fair and open public hearing process.

All of our meetings are open to the public and we encourage you to attend any and all meetings that might interest you.