Join Us in Preserving Nature for Future Generations

Woodbridge Land Trust is dedicated to protecting vital natural spaces and fostering community involvement.

Your donation is urgently needed to fund the Trust's legal challenge to the Woodbridge Town Plan and Zoning Commission's approval of development on 804 Fountain Street.

Embracing Conservation and Community Together

The Woodbridge Land Trust owns and maintains over 160 acres in the Town of Woodbridge, Connecticut. In addition to the land that it owns, the Trust holds conservation easements on approximately 600 acres of open space and woodlands.

The Trust maintains approximately 20 miles of hiking trails and 25 trail-heads on its own property and property owned by the Town of Woodbridge. We encourage an open exchange of ideas and maintain cooperative relationships with community groups to arrive at the best possible use of our public lands.

The Trust hosts and participates in community events as part of its mission to educate and promote awareness of the importance of our natural resources.

Land Trust Legacy

Milestones in Our Commitment to Conservation

Established in 1964, the Woodbridge Land Trust, Inc. is one of the oldest land trusts in Connecticut. We are a private nonprofit corporation led by a Board of Directors, a group of committed volunteers devoted to the conservation, preservation, and protection of our natural resources.

Through generous land and financial gifts and the continued efforts of volunteers, we work to ensure that working farms, forestlands, wildlife habitats, wetlands, and other precious and often threatened open spaces will be available today and for future generations to enjoy. We encourage you to hike our trails and explore our properties.

New Haven Independent: Enviros Sue To Stop New Apartments

February 3, 2026

Less than a month after Woodbridge zoning officials approved plans to build 96 new apartments on the town’s border with New Haven, two environmental groups have sued to stop the development. The plaintiffs, the Woodbridge Land Trust (WLT) and Woodbridge Park Association (WPA), filed in New Haven Superior Court on Jan. 16. to challenge the town’s approval of a four-story apartment complex proposed for 804 Fountain St. For more than a year, dozens of Woodbridge residents have lambasted the project, arguing that a 96-unit complex would overcrowd schools, pollute nearby wetlands, threaten natural ecosystems, and generate excess traffic. The Woodbridge Town Plan and Zoning (TPZ) Commission narrowly approved the complex on Dec. 18 and, amid the backlash, later amended its zoning regulations to prohibit similar projects moving forward. Read the full article

Woodbridge Land Trust Annual Meeting

February 3, 2026

The Woodbridge Land Trust’s Annual Meeting will take place Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7pm in the Senior Center Cafeteria.

major accomplishments

Chestnut Orchard

Once dominant across the eastern U.S., over 4 billion American Chestnut trees were devastated by a blight fungus introduced in the early 1900s, marking one of the worst ecological disasters in forest history. The Woodbridge Land Trust’s Chestnut Orchard is part of a national restoration effort led by The American Chestnut Foundation (TACF), which is developing a blight-resistant variety through breeding and research. Experimental orchards like Woodbridge’s are essential to this mission. Established nearly 20 years ago, the orchard is a collaboration among the Town of Woodbridge, the Land Trust, and TACF, demonstrating a lasting commitment to conservation and science.

Pollinator Pathway

The Woodbridge Land Trust is helping reverse pollinator decline by promoting native, pesticide-free habitats. In 2022, it co-hosted a well-attended talk with the Garden Club of Woodbridge featuring a Pollinator Pathway expert. A pollinator pathway links public and private lands that support pollinators. The Land Trust also partners with Amity High School students to restore its 99 Center Road property by removing invasives and planting native species. Homeowners can help by avoiding pesticides, planting natives, and letting wildflowers grow. With over 85 Connecticut towns and many groups involved, these efforts form a vital network for pollinator movement.

Town Line Farm

Originally the Baldwin Road Farm, an 86-acre landmark at Greenway and Baldwin Roads, has been part of Woodbridge’s rural landscape for nearly 350 years. In the early 2000s, it faced development threats, but in 2019, the Woodbridge Land Trust and the Connecticut Department of Agriculture secured its future through the Farmland Preservation Program. Though privately owned, it’s now permanently protected for agricultural use. Renamed Townline Farm in 2021, it produces fresh food, syrup, and livestock. This preservation success was made possible by generous community support, ensuring the farm’s legacy for generations to come.

Woodbridge Greenway

The Woodbridge Land Trust owns parts of the 12-mile Woodbridge Greenway, recognized by Connecticut in 2002 and first detailed in the 2000 Open Space Plan. The trail follows the historic Naugatuck route and includes early town artifacts like mills and foundations. As it expands, more residents will gain access, with its success relying on partnerships among land trusts, conservation groups, landowners, and government agencies.

What we do

Land Conservation

We protect over 760 acres of open space and woodlands through direct ownership and conservation easements.

Trail Maintenance

We maintain approximately 20 miles of hiking trails and 25 trail-heads throughout Woodbridge.

Chestnut Research

We host one of only seven chestnut research orchards in Connecticut, working to restore this important native species.

Educational Programs

We offer programs to educate the public about conservation, local ecology, and environmental stewardship.

Community Engagement

We collaborate with community groups and host events to promote awareness of our natural resources.

Public Access

We provide public access to beautiful natural areas for hiking, nature observation, and passive recreation.