Welcome to the Old Saybrook Land Trust

Old Saybrook, with its wealth of natural resources, is a beautiful place to live and to visit. The estuary of the Connecticut River has been both nationally and internationally recognized for its ecological significance, provides habitat for a number of rare and endangered species and is an important stopover for migrating waterfowl, as well as a critical spawning area for fish. Rich tidal wetlands fringe the town’s southern boundary along Long Island Sound, with two tidal river systems providing additional significant habitat. No less important are the forested uplands of the town, a complex of rocky outcrops interspersed with rich inland wetland habitat.

The Old Saybrook Land Trust is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, 100% volunteer-run organization. Our mission is to preserve open space and protect the town's valuable natural resources for the benefit of the general public.

OSLT Upcoming Events

OAK Horseshoe Crab Tagging - June 13 at 6pm at Harvey's Beach (Raindate: June 14)

Each year OAK helps to study the horseshoe crab population. Join us to tag, measure, and record the condition of horseshoe crabs. You can also just watch and learn about how to tell a male from a female, why horseshoe crabs are important, and more.  We will also have sun print paper and treats.

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Outdoor Adventure Kids is a nature & hiking club for Old Saybrook students in grades K-6. The club is sponsored by the Old Saybrook Land Trust and offers nature-based events for children and their families. It is a fun way for families to enjoy our local outdoor places and learn about what lives there. OAK membership and events are all free, thanks to the support of the Old Saybrook Land Trust.

Suellen Kozey McCuin Fund

 At the request of Suellen Kozey McCuin's husband, Scott McCuin, the OSLT established a fund in her name to use for future conservation projects. Donations may be made online using the button at the bottom of this page. Pictured at left are members of Suellen's family and some of her close friends. The group hiked together in The Preserve to honor Suellen's life on what would have been her 50th birthday. Suellen passed away after a brief illness on August 21, 2015. She was a loving wife, mother and key force in the effort to preserve the 1,000 acre forest for more than 16 years, never wavering in her belief that this land would some day be permanently protected.