Welcome to Highstead
A Non-Profit Science and Conservation Organization
Highstead is dedicated to ecology research, regional conservation and ecologically informed land management. We promote the study and enjoyment of wooded landscapes and their associated natural habitats and support the development and demonstration of effective approaches to conservation of the natural world.Our work is focused in three main areas; Ecology Research, Regional Conservation, and Land Management and Collections. History of Highstead
Ecology Research: Promoting Sound Science
We conduct thoughtful studies with systematic data collection to better understand the wooded landscapes of our region. Through careful analysis, interpretation, and communication of scientific data, we provide rigorous and unbiased information to policy makers, partner organizations and to the general public.
Ecology Research OverviewRegional Conservation: Advancing Collaboration
Our regional conservation program helps people and communities sustain the natural landscapes across our region by fostering collaboration among diverse organizations such as land trusts, watershed associations and municipal boards. Through this coordinated action, we hope to more effectively conserve important regional natural landscapes.
Land Management and Collections: Sound Stewardship
Through the careful development of plant collections, plantings, interpretive trails, demonstrations and sound stewardship of our diverse landscape, we seek to inspire and educate members, friends and visitors about the stewardship of natural and managed habitats.