Rene Wendell
Land Steward, Western Massachusetts
Sheffield, MA
Rene Wendell Land Steward for The Nature Conservancy in Massachusetts. © Stephanie Dozois
Areas of Expertise
Invasive Species Management, Ornithology, Berkshire County Ecology
Biography
Rene Wendell is a land steward for The Nature Conservancy in Western Massachusetts. He manages more than 8,400 acres of TNC fee-owned land and conservation restrictions.
In his role, he manages invasive species, monitors rare species populations, conducts trail work and monitors properties. Rene works with partner organizations, volunteers, hunters and neighbors in almost all aspects of his work. In his free time he is an avid bird watcher.
In the Media
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Nature Conservancy Welcomes Hikers to New Washington Trail
TNC staff, partners and community members come together to celebrate the opening of a new trail at Coles Brook Preserve. Read the article
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New Berkshire trail opens in Washington
Wendell describes the Headwaters Trail including a portion of the trail that is open to motorized wheelchairs and other power driven mobility devices. Learn more
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How to save a barn
Sheffield’s historic Cande Barn is being taken apart and moved to become whole again. Read the article
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For Peat’s Sake: Secrets of Rattlin’ Bogs
Exploring the magical mystery of bogs and why these mossy wetlands matter more than ever. Listen
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A new loop trail at Coles Brook Preserve
Greenagers AmeriCorps are creating a new trail in Washington, Massachusetts. Learn more
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Tour marks 50th anniversary of Hawley Bog’s as National Natural Landmark
Rene Wendell who oversees much of the preservation work of the bog emphasized his appreciation of the Hawley Bog. Read more
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The Nature Conservancy is about to expand Coles Brook Preserve
Wendell weighs in on the exciting Coles Brook Preserve trail build in Washington, Massachusetts. Read more
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Native turkey rebounds from near extinction
Wendell speaks on the intelligence of native turkeys. Read more
Keep Reading
How Does the Bobcat Cross the Mass Pike
TNC in Massachusetts is leading an effort to assess and map culverts under Interstate 90 to identify those that can serve as corridors for wildlife to pass under the road.
Connecting Lands for Climate Resilience
TNC data shows which landscapes will support plants and animals as the climate changes. We're working to protect them.