Goldsmith Woodlands is closed for the construction of the All Persons Trail; click here for updates.


Upcoming Events

Saturday, July 19, 2025 Eco Team Invasive Plant identification and Removal Session

Saturday, July 26, 2025 AVIS tent at the Andover Farmer's Market

Saturday, August 2, 2025 Eco Team Invasive Plant identification and Removal Session

Saturday, August 16, 2025 Eco Team Invasive Plant identification and Removal Session




Goldsmith Woodlands Project

Help AVIS build its first All Persons Trail. Read about it on the blog.

Click here for updates.


Invasive Plant identification and Removal Sessions

Eco team focuses on identifying and removing invasive plants. Learn about native plants too. These hands-on sessions use manual methods such as hand pulling, weed wrenches, hand saws, and buckthorn baggies. Middle-schoolers (with an adult) and up are welcome. Eco Team is a fun way to learn about AVIS reservations and explore the trails. Please email Lynn at HamletofLynn@gmail.com to be put on the Eco Team email list and receive up-to-date notifications on locations. More information is available on the blog.


Blog Entries

Goldsmith Woodlands All Persons Trail Project

AVIS Eco Team

Reflections on a Rewarding and Fun-filled Year

Garlic Mustard 101: What it is and what to do with it

My Goldilocks Moment While Searching for a Trail


Tick Management

See the manual available on the Town of Andover website at this link.

About Our Reservations

About 1,200 acres of AVIS reservations are open to all for hiking, birding, and cross country skiing.

Explore Reservations

Volunteer wardens are responsible for the care and oversight of each reservation and they are often neighbors.

Contact a Warden

Hiking trips and other community events are scheduled by various groups throughout the year.

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