Dedham Conservation Commission

At A Glance

Location: 

Dedham, Massachusetts

Primary Issue Area:

  • Land & Water

Active since:

1986

Grants Received In:

  • 2010

Core volunteers:

7

Community Size:

24,279

Our Purpose

to protect the wetlands, related water resources and adjoining land areas in the Town of Dedham, including but not limited to the following: public or private water supply, groundwater, flood control, erosion and sedimentation control, storm damage prevention, water pollution prevention, fisheries, vernal pools, wildlife habitat, recreation, and aesthetics.

Summary of Projects

Dedham Conservation Commission received a grant in 2010 to match a DCR grant to establish the Dedham Water Trail, a 3 hour paddle on the Charles River that connects to hiking trails and downtown Dedham Square in an effort to connect community residents with the natural environment while drawing visitors to the town.