Sue Sullivan, Community Contributor

Representing Barnstable Land Trust. Barnstable Land Trust (BLT) is a community-supported, nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving open space and natural resources in the Town of Barnstable and nearby areas. BLT has protected 1,100 acres in the Town of Barnstable and supported the Town in conserving over 10,000 more. As a regional leader in collaborative land preservation and stewardship, community engagement, training, and advocacy, BLT also leverages its conservation expertise to inform local public decisions as they impact our ecosystems, community health, well-being and quality of life. To learn more about BLT, visit the website at http://www.BLT.org or call 508-771-2585; to view their new Barnstable Trail Map representing over 34 hiking trails and almost 95 miles, click here.