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Guided Walks for Art On The Trails Artists, April 13, 14

Art On the Trails Founder and Program Director  Catherine Weber  will lead  guided walks for artists, April 13, 11:00AM and April 14, 2:00PM at Beals Preserve. To sign up for a tour visit The Art on the Trails Facebook Page. Meet at the Red Gate Lane entrance. For more information, read the article on My […]

Our Trees are Under Attack

The trees of Massachusetts are endangered by invasive insects: the Asian Longhorned Beetle, the Spotted Lanternfly, and the Emerald Ash Borer. The Asian Longhorned Beetle is responsible for the destruction of over 36,000 trees in Worcester over the last 10 years and poses a continuing threat to trees of our area. The Spotted Lanternfly, a […]

Southborough Community Fund Grant for Art on the Trails 2020

The Southborough Community Fund  has again awarded a $5000 grant to the Southborough Open Land Foundation to fund the annual Art on the Trails Program 2020 to be held at the Elaine and Philip Beals Preserve. The program includes a juried exhibition of artwork on the trails,  poetry submissions that respond to the art, a […]

Invasive Species: A Video by Carla Schwartz

The Southborough Open Land Foundation recently received a link to a video prepared by Carla Schwartz.  Here is what Carla told us about this video. “I have participated in Art on the Trails as a poet for the last two years, and my poems have appeared in the chapbooks produced for those events, as well […]

Carl Guyer Receives 2018 Elaine Beals Award

  Carl Guyer, at a December 12, 2018  SOLF meeting, receives the annual Elaine Beals award from trustee Sally Watters for his leadership in environmental conservation and awareness.  Elaine Beals was among the founding members of the Southborough Open Land Foundation. She served on the Board of Trustees of SOLF for many years. She was […]

Family Nature Walk, Saturday October 20, 2018, 1:00 PM, Beals Preserve

Family Nature Walk “Looking Closely at Nature: Taking Time.” Join SOLF Trustee Debbie Costine in a family nature walk on Saturday, October 20, 1:00 PM at Beals Preserve. The walk will be about an hour and a half in length. The walk is free and open to all ages. Meet at the Cul de Sac […]

ART ON THE TRAILS 2018: UNEXPECTED GESTURES

Art on the Trails 2018: Unexpected Gestures has closed for the year. The hghly attended event, planned and coordinated by Southborough Artist Catherine Weber in  collaboration with the Southborough Open Land Foundation, was open from June 13 to September 23, 2018 at the Elaine and Philip Beals Preserve, Southborough, Massachusetts. The 2018 theme focused on how […]

September 15, 2018, Birds of Prey with Tom Ricardi

The Southborough Open Land Foundation (SOLF) presented Tom Ricardi, founder and operator of the Massachusetts Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Facility in Conway, MA, with a program on Birds of Prey at the Southborough Library, September 15, 2018, at 2:00 PM. A large number of children and adults were in attendance to see the variety of […]

Help Us Celebrate 30 Years: Support SOLF

This year  SOLF celebrates 30 years of preserving open land in Southborough. Help us celebrate this achievement by supporting SOLF in its important mission of protecting open land in Southborough. Become a member now.

30 Years of SOLF

Happy Summer! Since 1988, SOLF has worked to protect, conserve and enhance local resources, connect open spaces and natural habitats. Help us celebrate 30 years of service by attending our upcoming events! To kick things off, explore “Art on the Trails: Unexpected Gestures” a collection of art installations housed at the Beals Preserve (with entrances […]

May 12, 2018, Bird Walk at Breakneck Hill Conservation Land

On a damp and cool Saturday morning,  Jeff Collins, Director of Mass Audubon’s Ecological Management Department  led a group of 16 participants on a “Bird-a-thon” day bird walk  at the Breakneck Hill Conservation Land, on Breakneck Hill Road, Southborough.  Altogether, we saw 28 species including a number of Bobolinks, a Yellow Warbler, Indigo Bunting, and […]

May 6, 2018, Our First Summer Stroll

On Sunday evening, May 6,  eight enthusiastic people participated in the first in our series of “Summer Evening Strolls at the Beals Preserve.” It was cloudy with a few light sprinkles, but we had a group who clearly enjoyed the quiet calm of walking in the woods with a bit of rain.   Stay tuned!

Bird Walk, Saturday May 12, Breakneck Hill Conservation Land, Rain or Shine

The forecast for Saturday morning is cloudy and cool with a possibility of light showers. While we might like sunny and warm, we won’t let a few clouds deter us. So please join Jeff Collins, Director of Mass Audubon’s Ecological Management Department  at the Breakneck Hill Conservation Land, on Breakneck Hill Road, Southborough,  at 7:00 […]

Summer Strolls, Beals Preserve, First Sunday Evening of Each Month

  Starting May 6, Trustee Debbie Costine will lead a series of informal evening strolls along the trails of Beals Preserve. The strolls will be the first Sunday of each month at 6:30 PM. We will be looking at the flora and fauna as well as noting a bit of history of this former pasture.  […]

Summer Evening Strolls at Beals Preserve Starting May 6

Starting May 6, Trustee Debbie Costine will lead a series of informal evening strolls along the trails of Beals Preserve. The strolls will be the first Sunday of each month at 6:30 PM. We will be looking at the flora and fauna as well as noting a bit of history of this former pasture.  We […]

Annual Meeting, May 9, 2018 New England Pollinators and How to Support Them

The Southborough Open Land Foundation will hold its annual meeting on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at the Southborough Community House, 28 Main Street, Southborough at 7:00 PM. Join us at the meeting where Dr. Martha Gach,Conservation Coordinator Mass Audubon / Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and Conservation Center will speak about New England Pollinators and […]

Summer Stroll, Beals Preserve, August 5

The next Summer Stroll at Beals Preserve with  Trustee Debbie Costine will be Sunday, August 5, at 6:30 PM. Join Debbie as she leads an informal evening stroll along the trails of Beals Preserve. We will be looking at the flora and fauna as well as noting a bit of history of this former pasture.  […]

SOLF Receives Community Fund Grant for Art on the Trails, 2018

SOLF is excited to announce that we are the recipients of a grant from the Southborough Community Fund, a fund of the Foundation for Metrowest. The grant is to support Art on the Trails 2018: Unexpected Gestures. Art on the Trails 2017 was proposed and planned by Southborough Artist Catherine Weber.    An extra special […]

Art on the Trails Thank You Catherine Kundrath Weber

The Southborough Open Land Foundation extends a tremendous THANK YOU to Catherine Kundrath Weber for pulling off a highly successful “Art on the Trails” project. From original concept, to all the many threads that must be coordinated, to perseverance throughout the entire process to even a celebration walk and poetry reading at the end, she […]

September 23, 2017, Wildlife Tracking with Paul Wanta at Beals Preserve

The Southborough Open Land Foundation (SOLF) presented naturalist, tracker and teacher of wilderness skills Paul Wanta in an exploration of the wildlife and plants that inhabit Beals Preserve, Southborough, MA. Paul Wanta has taught wilderness and tracking skills to young people for over 30 years. He lead us through the trails of Beals Preserve looking […]

Summer and Fall Events

The Southborough Open Land Foundation has a full schedule of event for the summer and fall.  In collaboration with Southborough Artist Catherine Weber,  Art on the Trails: Finding Solace in the Woods, continues  through September 24, 2017, at the  Elaine and Philip Beals Preserve, Southborough, Massachusetts. This exhibition of sculptural installations,  juried by Southborough resident […]

June 25: Conservation Options & Planning: A Workshop for Landowners

The Southborough Open Land Foundation,  with support from the Southborough Open Space Preservation Commission and Sudbury Valley Trustees, invites you to a complimentary workshop to explore options for conserving family land, Sunday, June 25, 2017, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, Southborough Community House, 28 Main Street, Southborough, MA 01772. Presentations by Steve Sloan, Owner of […]

Art on the Trails, Beals Preserve through September 24, 2017

The Southborough Open Land Foundation, in collaboration with Southborough Artist Catherine Weber, invites you to enjoy  Art on the Trails: Finding Solace in the Woods, on exhibit through September 24, 2017, at the  Elaine and Philip Beals Preserve, Southborough, Massachusetts. An exhibition of sculptural installations,  juried by Southborough resident Mary M. Tinti, former Curator of […]

An Invitation to Art on the Trails Opening Reception

Please join us for a very special evening of art installations on the trails of Beals Preserve. Meet us at the Main Entrance Kiosk for a walk in the woods to view art installations and hear the artists speak about their work. Learn more at www.artonthetrails.com

June 3, 2017, Opening of Art on the Trails: Finding Solace in the Woods

June 3, 2017. Opening of Art on the Trails:  Finding Solace in the Woods at Beals Preserve. The show will be open until September 24, 2017 and features art installations by 10 regional artists. Juried by Southborough resident and former Fitchburg Art Museum Curator Mary Tinti. Read more about the show here.

June 7, 2017, Opening Reception, Art on the Trails, 6:00 PM

The public is invited to the opening reception, Moving Celebration of Art on the Trails: Finding Solace in the Woods at Beals Preserve. Walk the trails and hear artists talk about their work. Wednesday, June 7, 2017, 6:00 to 8:00 PM.  Meet at the Main Entrance Kiosk of Beals Preserve. Learn more about the show […]

Art on the Trails, June 3 to September 24, 2017

In collaboration with Southborough Artist Catherine Weber, SOLF is pleased to present  Art on the Trails: Finding Solace in the Woods at the Elaine and Philip Beals Preserve from June 3 – September 24, 2017.  Artists are invited to apply for this outdoor exhibition,  juried by Southborough resident Mary M. Tinti, former Curator of the Fitchburg […]

SOLF Receives Southborough Community Fund Grant

SOLF is excited to announce that we are the recipients of a grant from the Southborough Community Fund, a fund of the Foundation for Metrowest. The grant will enable SOLF to present a workshop to inform landowners of the financial and environment advantages of placing a conservation restriction on their property and/or donating the property […]

Welcome

The Southborough Open Land Foundation (SOLF) was founded in 1988 to preserve, protect, and enhance the natural resources in the Town of Southborough. Our goal is to maintain and improve the quality of life for the benefit of present and future generations of Southborough’s residents and visitors. Since its founding, the Southborough Open Land Foundation […]

Elaine & Phillip Beals Preserve

The Elaine and Philip Beals Preserve is a 58.5 acre parcel of open space gifted to the Southborough Open Land Foundation by Elaine and Philip Beals. Located  in Southborough on Main Street across from Chestnut Hill Road, the property features a diverse ecosystem including Wachusett channel frontage, a pond, meadows, woodlands, and trails that link […]

Elaine Beals

SOLF was saddened to learn of the death of Elaine Beals on August 21, 2016. Elaine was among the founding members of the Southborough Open Land Foundation. She served on the Board of Trustees of SOLF, including holding the position of treasurer for many years. She was dedicated to the preservation of the environment and […]

2016 Elaine Beals Award to Christa Brady and the Friends of the Burnett-Garfield House

The Elaine Beals Conservation Award is presented annually by SOLF  to a person who has worked to help protect the our environment.  It was created in 2005 to honor Elaine Beals for her many contributions to conservation and the protection of the environment in Southborough and the region.  This year the Southborough Open Land Foundation […]

Nick Hills Eagle Scout Project at Beals Preserve

The Southborough Open Land Foundation congratulates Nick Hills of Southborough Boy Scout Troop 1 for achieving his Eagle Scout Rank on June 4, 2016. Nick’s Eagle Scout Project was a trail renovation at Beals Preserve.  There was a serious erosion problem on the Old Farm Lane Trail at the Red Gate Lane entrance area.  During […]

Birdwalk at Beals Preserve, May 15, 2016

Jeff Collins from Mass Audubon led a birdwalk at Beals Preserve on a beautiful May morning, May 14, 2016. A large number of species, including a Red-winged Blackbird, European Starling, Barn Swallow,  Canada Goose and Goslings, Mallard Duck, Yellow Warbler, Warbling Vireo, American Goldfinch, Tree Swallow, Barn Swallow, Song Sparrow, Gray Catbird, Northern Rough-winged Swallow, […]

May 11, 2016, Annual Meeting: Wildlife Photographer Peter Christoph

The Southborough Open Land Foundation held its annual meeting on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, at the Southborough Community House, 28 Main Street, Southborough.  The meeting featured  wildlife photographer Peter Christoph,  a full-time wildlife photographer, speaker, and author from Lancaster, MA,  speaking  on Birds, The Epic Adventures of a Massachusetts Bird Photographer. His program was a […]

Have Dinner at Sorentos Italian Gourmet Restaurant and Support SOLF

Want to eat dinner at Sorentos Italian Gourmet Restaurant and support SOLF?  Jeff Zamri, owner of Sorentos Italian Gourmet Restaurant, 128 Main Street, Marlboro, MA, is an avid lover of the outdoors. Jeff’s love of the outdoors motivated him to make a generous offer to donate to SOLF each time you eat at Sorentos. Click […]

All About Beavers, February 23, 2016

On Tuesday, February 23, 2016, Mike Callahan of Beaver Solutions, LLC, Southampton, MA ,  discussed  solutions  open to us when beavers begin to affect our property. He discussed the importance of beavers in creating and maintaining wetlands. He indicated that beaver ponds influence water quality by storing water and slowly releasing it. This process allows […]

Bird Walk With Jeff Collins, May 14, 2016, Beals Preserve

On Saturday, May 14, 2016, the Southborough Open Land Foundation will take part in Mass Audubon’s annual “Bird-a-thon” with a bird walk led by Jeff Collins. The walk will be at Beals Preserve, meeting at 7:00 AM sharp at the triangle area of Main St. (Route 30) and Northborough Rd. for a brief introduction. You […]

SOLF Receives Award From The Southborough Community Fund

The Southborough Community Fund (SCF), Foundation for Metrowest has awarded a generous grant to support an education program in 2016 which will help residents learn about the beneficial environmental impact of beavers and outline strategies for co-existing with the growing beaver population in the area. Please visit our Upcoming Events page for programs funded by […]

2016 Events

The Southborough Community Fund has awarded a generous grant to support an education program which will help residents learn about the beneficial environmental impact of beavers and outline strategies for co-existing with the growing beaver population in the area. Three programs are planned to achieve this goal. February 23, 2016. Mike Callahan of Beaver Solutions, […]

Martha Templeman

The Southborough Open Land Foundation was sorry to learn of the death of Martha Templeman on December 4, 2015. SOLF remembers Mrs.Templeman for her generosity. In 1996, she and her family donated 7.7 acres of land adjacent to Cordaville Rd. Templeman Woods remains a tribute to her desire to help maintain the rural character of […]

Carol Gay Leaves Board After 25 Years of Service

At its 2014 on May 27th annual meeting, SOLF thanked Carol Gay as she stepped down as a trustee of the Southborough Open Land Foundation after serving on the Board of Trustees for 25 years.  During that time she served as the vice-president and the treasurer of SOLF.  She also helped with the fundraising in […]

Future Events

SOLF will be sponsoring more events for the summer and fall. Details will be posted as soon as they become available.

Annual Meeting, May 27, 2015, 7:00PM, Southborough Community House

SOLF held its annual meeting on May 27, 2015, at 7:00PM at the Southborough Community House, 28 Main Street, Southborough.  The speaker was Alexander Dunn from Mass Audubon and Trustees of Reservations discussing “Turkeys in Suburbia and Other Changes in Massachusetts Bird Life.”  In addition, the annual Elaine Beals Conservation Award was presented to Representative […]

2015 Elaine Beals Award Presented to Carolyn Dykema

At its annual meeting on May 27, 2015, the Southborough Open Land Foundation presented the eleventh annual Elaine Beals Conservation Award to Representive  Carolyn Dykema in recognition of her work on behalf of environmental protection.  Ms. Dykema worked as an environmental consultant before becoming involved in local and state politics.  She has served in the […]

Wolverines by Rebecca Watters, April 16, 2015

Southborough native Rebecca Watters, an Algonquin Regional High School graduate,  shared her experiences doing research, both in the United States and Mongolia, on the elusive wolverine.  She was part of a 5 person team on a National Geographic sponsored research project that cross country skied through the remote Darhad region of Mongolia. Her talk explored […]

Wildlife Survey Training Workshop, Monday April 13, 4:00PM

Hello SOLF Wildlife Survey Volunteers! Training Workshop, Monday April 13th at @ 4 PM. The salamanders and frogs are already on the move! We need to get our volunteers trained so you can sign up to fill survey time slots. Training Workshop, Monday April 13th at @ 4 PM, Southborough Library, Meeting Room Lower Level, […]

Problems With Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases, March 24, 7PM

On March 24 at 7 PM at  at the Southborough Public Library, SOLF is sponsoring a program by Sandra Bonzagni entitled Problems With Lyme  and Other Tick-Borne Diseases. Sandra, who has had Lyme disease several times, will have informational materials and answers to questions and concerns about tick borne illnesses.

Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases, March 24, 7:00 PM, Southborough Library

Sandra Bonzagni  shared her experience with tick-borne diseases by telling about the difficulties in  diagnosis and treatment of this disease.  Information was also given about other tick-born infections, such as Babesiosis and Anaplasmosis as well as information about  personal and property protection from ticks. This program was supported by a grant from the Southborough Community […]

Solf Obtains a Southborough Community Fund Grant

  SOLF is pleased to announce that it received a $2500 grant from the Southborough Community Fund. The grant money will be used to continue the wildlife survey begun last year at Beals Preserve and to fund educational programs for the community.  

Family Nature Walk at Beals Preserve, Sunday, October 19

Nine happy hikers participated in a Nature Walk, Sunday October 19, at the Beals preserve, led by SOLF trustee Debbie Costine. The weather was cooler than the previous several days but the activity kept us all nice and warm! None had been to the Preserve before so this also served as an orientation. We saw […]

2014 Elaine Beals Award Presented to Elizabeth Meyer

It is a pleasure to announce that the Southborough Open Land Foundation has chosen Elizabeth Meyer as the recipient of the 2014 Elaine Beals Conservation Award. Betty and her husband Bernie have lived in Southborough for 46 years. During that time, in addition to raising four children, Betty has been very active within the community. […]

Fall 2014 Newsletter

Read the Fall 2014 SOLF Newsletter with a review of the Species Project at Beals Preserve, information about the Emerald Ash Borer, saving our birds, and an open position on the SOLF Board of Trustees.

EMS Club Days, October 3 to 5

Take advantage of your SOLF membership at EMS Club Days, October 3 to 5, 2014. Receive a discount on your purchases: 20% off full-priced national brand items and 25% off full-priced EMS brand items with your membership card. If you are an EMS Rewards member, you will also receive double rewards points. Eastern Mountain Sports […]

An Update on Other Species Observed at Beals Preserve Wildlife Survey Project

The wildlife survey project currently ongoing at Beals Preserve is focusing primarily on reptiles and amphibians. But a number of other species have been observed by project volunteers. Here is a listing of these observations to July 30, 2014. Thank you volunteers for all the time and effort you have put into this project and […]

Update on Beals Preserve Wildlife Survey Project

  In March of this year, SOLF began a wildlife survey of reptiles and amphibians at Beals Preserve. The project was originated and is being directed by SOLF member Lawrence Spezzano of Southborough with the generous assistance of wonderful volunteers from Southborough and other communities!  Lawrence reports that after two months of data collection, amphibian […]

Quabbin, A History and Explorers Guide: Watch the Video

SOLF and the Friends of the Southborough Library jointly sponsored a presentation on May 21, 2014, by Michael Tougias, author of Quabbin, A History and Explorers Guide. As you may know, the Quabbin Reservoir is the source of Southborough’s drinking water. Michael  gave a narrated slide presentation about the Quabbin Reservoir including a discussion  of […]

History of Wildlife Conservation and Recovery in Massachusetts

The 2014 Annual Meeting of SOLF  featured a presentation  by Dr. Thomas French from  Massachusetts Fish and Widlife on the History of  Wildlife Conservation  and Recovery in Massachusetts. In this presentation, Dr. French discussed the overabundance of wildlife encountered by our earliest settlers to the subsequent endangerment of many  species because of the loss of […]

Annual Meeting, May 7, 2014

The Annual Meeting of SOLF  featuring a presentation  by Dr. Thomas French from  Massachusetts Fish and Widlife was held May 7, 2014 at the Southborough Community House. Dr. French,  Assistant Director  for the Department of Fish and Game’s (DFG) Natural Heritage Program spoke  on the History of  Wildlife Conservation  and Recovery in Massachusetts, from the […]

Join Us For Our Annual Meeting, May 7, at 7:00 pm, Southborough Community House

Please join us for our annual meeting featuring a presentation  by Dr. Thomas French, from  Massachusetts Fish and Widlife. Dr. French serves as the Assistant Director  for the Department of Fish and Game’s (DFG) Natural Heritage Program. The DFG program was created in 1983 with the goal of protecting and conserving the hundreds of rare […]

Beals Preserve Wildlife Survey Project Training

The training session for volunteers participating the the Beals Preserve Wildlife Survey Project is currently being offered on two dates. Volunteers participating in the project are required to attend one of the sessions. Session 1: Sunday March 30, 1:00 PM. Meet at the end of Red Gate Lane. Session 2: Thursday, April 3, 4:00 PM. […]

2014 Wildlife Census Project at Beals Preserve

    SOLF is planning an exciting new multiyear census of the wildlife inhabiting our open spaces. Beginning in spring 2014,  SOLF will begin a census of the amphibians and reptiles that inhabit Beals Preserve. Currently, little is known about the density of these species on Beals Preserve. Our objective is to measure the species composition […]

Volunteer to Help in Our Wildlife Survey at Beals Preserve

  Starting on March 30, we began to assess what wildlife inhabits the Beals Preserve. We  are focusing  our attention on New England “herps” (reptiles and amphibians)!  There are almost 50 species of turtles, snakes, frogs, toads and salamanders with documented ranges that include Massachusetts and little is known about which are found in  Beals Preserve.  Many […]

May 7, 2014. SOLF Annual Meeting at the Southborough Community House, 7:00PM

The annual meeting of SOLF will feature a presentation by Dr. Thomas French, from  Massachusetts Fish and Widlife. Dr. French serves as the Assistant Director  for the Department of Fish and Game’s (DFG) Natural Heritage Program. The DFG program was created in 1983 with the goal of protecting and conserving the hundreds of rare and […]

Become a SOLF Volunteer

There are always projects to be done on our properties, such as maintaining and improving trails, and controlling invasive plant species. SOLF relies heavily on volunteers to help us with these tasks. Additionally, we will soon begin a project  enumerating some of the wildlife at Beals Preserve. This project, too, will require volunteer help beyond […]

25th Anniversary Activities Schedule

  Activities Schedule Southborough Open Land Foundation 25th Anniversary, September 15 1:00 to 5:00, Beals Preserve   Blackstone Valley Bluegrass: 1:15 to 2:00 (near the kiosk) Walk with Nature Artist/Author Gordon Morrison 1:30 to 2:15: Meet near Mr. Morrison’s display in the Main Lane Animal Adventures 2:15 to 3:15 (in the parking field near entrance) […]

Fundraising Night at Romaine’s Wood Grill and Bar, Tuesday, November 12

SOLF is having a fundraising night at Romaine’s Wood Grill and Bar, 299 West Main Street, Northborough, MA., Tuesday, November 12, from 5 to 9 PM. Make your reservations for meeting family or friends. Tell your server that you are there for SOLF and  SOLF will receive 15% of receipts for your meal. Enjoy! Thank you for […]

Bird Walk with Jeff Collins, May 18th

A group of early risers joined Massachusetts Audubon’s Jeff Collins at Beals Preserve to learn about birds in the Southborough area. The birds seemed a little elusive this year, and many did not want to readily show their faces. But many in the group were surprised by the large variety of birds at Beals Preserve, […]

Annual Meeting, May 7, 7PM, Community House

Join us for our annual meeting at 7PM on May 7 at the Community House, 28 Main Street, Southborough. Our speaker for the evening will be John Maguranis, the Town of Belmont Animal Control Officer, who will give a presentation on coyotes and how we can best coexist with these animals. We will also present […]

SOLF Annual Meeting, May 7

Join us for our annual meeting at 7PM on May 7 at the Community House, 28 Main Street, Southborough. Our speaker for the evening will be John Maguranis, the Town of Belmont Animal Control Officer, who will give a presentation on coyotes and how we can best coexist with these animals. We will also present […]

Snowshoe Clinic Cancelled

The snowshoe clinic at Beals Preserve sponsored by SOLF and Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) that was scheduled February 9th from 10 AM to noon has been cancelled due to potentially dangerous conditions. If we are able to re-schedule the clinic, we will post the information as soon as possible.

Snowshoe Clinic, Jan. 26

SOLF and Eastern Mountain Sports  are sponsoring a snow shoe clinic at Beals Preserve on Saturday, January 26th from 10 AM til noon. Snow shoes and instruction are provided by EMS. The cost is $5.00 per person and space is limited. Reserve a spot by Monday, January 21st by contacting  info@solf.org with the names of […]

Heritage Day, Monday October 8

Please visit us on Heritage Day, Monday, October 8 on St. Mark’s field from 9:30AM to 3:00PM. We will have some beautiful notecards of our properties. The images are ones taken by SOLF trustees. Come by and chat, buy a few cards and get a SOLF brochure.

25 Years

Welcome to our newly updated website. We hope this site will be easier for you to use and for us to update and provide information about the activities we plan. Our heartfelt thanks to Southborough resident Tim Ellis for his creativity and work in designing this site and making it operational. In 2013, SOLF will […]

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