JOIN: Become an HCT Member
Every acre of the land that is conserved, every species whose habitats we protect, and every person left inspired by a trail for generations begins with you. Your membership dues are the primary source for Harvard Conservation Trust’s operating funds and supports land purchases. Nearly all of this work is currently done by volunteers. See below for details on different membership levels, and the types of impact your contribution helps us achieve.
HCT is a registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization. Your contribution is tax deductible, and you will receive a tax receipt via email.
Annual and monthly memberships available. Pay via credit/debit card, PayPal or check. Your HCT membership will automatically renew for an additional one-year term when the current term expires unless you cancel your membership. You can cancel your membership at any time, and you will not be charged subsequent fees.
Choose From One of the Five Membership Levels Below:
Friend – $60
- Bi-monthly newsletter bringing you news and upcoming events
- Invitations to events and guided trail walks
- Native New England sapling provided to you each year
- Announcements of new trails to explore
- Volunteer trail managers mobilized each month
Caretaker – $120
Everything included in the Friend level, plus more:
- Established trails are marked and maintained
- Equipment maintained and open space fields mowed
- Trail infrastructure improved and damaging invasives removed
- Trail maps updated and Trail Guides published
- Specific trail issues reported by hikers are quickly addressed
Trail Blazer – $240
Everything included in the Caretaker level, plus more:
- New trails cleared and marked on newly protected land
- New boardwalks installed for crossing wetlands
- Signage on trails improved and interactive, digital features added
- Volunteer trail management programs coordinated
- Speakers series hosted throughout the year
Steward – $480
Everything included in the Trail Blazer level, plus more:
- Monitoring of protected lands to ensure viable habitats
- Student education and immersion programs geared toward conservation and animal protection operated
- Additional land and trail maintenance equipment purchased
- Expanded education and outreach events for the community each year
- Recognition on HCT Notable Supporters Website listing
Protector – $1200
Everything included in the Steward level, plus more:
- Sensitive wildlife and ecologic areas protected for future generations to come
- More open space in Harvard acquired, with public access where feasible
- Legal services, surveying and other services required to protect new lands
- Easements negotiated to provide connected and continuous trails
- Opportunities for new trails defined which connect or integrate existing open spaces and trail