Board of Trustees

For over 50 years, the Harvard Conservation Trust (HCT) has been dedicated to preserving the scenic beauty, rich wildlife, and open spaces that make Harvard extraordinary. Governed by a volunteer board of 15 Trustees—all Harvard residents—HCT operates as an independent, non-profit organization, allowing us to act swiftly and creatively in pursuing land conservation opportunities. Our work complements that of the Town Conservation Commission, but as a private entity, we have the flexibility to navigate acquisitions that may be beyond the town’s immediate reach. With the support of hundreds of members and six dedicated Board Committees, our Trustees bring expertise, passion, and a deep commitment to protecting the land, ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy Harvard’s natural treasures.

Trustees

Abbe Alpert
Gina Ashe – President (president@harvardconservationtrust.org)
David Burney – Treasurer (treasurer@harvardconservationtrust.org)
Rich Cummings
Tim First
Dan Fitek
Peter Foley
Daniela Goncalves
Suzanne Hays
Karl Honerlaw – Clerk
Anya Kane
John Lee
Ethan Pride
Marc Sevigny
Lynn Thornton – Vice President

Emeritus Trustee

Francis Coolidge

Honorary Trustee and HCT Historian

Audrey Ball

Associate Trustees

Steve Abrams
Marty Briggs
Robin Carlaw
Kate Connolly
Glen Cooper
Tom Cotton
Chip deVillafranca
Peter Dorward
Stacia Donahue
Bob Douglas
Pam Durrant
Teresa Garti
Carolyn Gernhard
Pete Jackson
Andrew Johnson
Will Kemeza
Jim Lee
Samantha Lukacs
Mike Morton
Brian Noble
Jessie Panek
Brian Stahl
Alison Thornton
Michael Thornton
Brian Tortora
Ben Urquhart
Erik Wilson
Charles Zucker

Staff

Karen Rahman – Office Manager (karen.rahman@harvardconservationtrust.org)

Get Involved

The Harvard Conservation Trust thrives because of dedicated volunteers who share a passion for protecting Harvard’s natural areas. Whether you want to help maintain trails, assist with conservation projects, or lend your expertise to one of our committees, we welcome you to join us—your involvement makes a lasting impact!