ABOUT US

Orenda Wildlife Land Trust is a private nonprofit land trust working to preserve and protect open space for wildlife habitat on Cape Cod and throughout Massachusetts. Orenda takes its name from a Seneca Indian word meaning "protected place" and was inspired by the Orenda Song of Praise.

Orenda's mission is to protect wildlife and wildlife habitat. Orenda acquires land to be held in perpetuity as protected open space wildlife sanctuaries, and assist others in protecting open space for wildlife.

Orenda currently manages 14 wildlife sanctuaries totaling 330 acres, the majority of which are located on Cape Cod and southeastern Massachusetts. Orenda has helped to protect nearly 800 acres of land since its founding in 1986.

Orenda is a member of the Compact of Cape Cod Conservation Trusts and is a founding partner of the Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge.

Orenda offers educational information for the public on issues related to wildlife and works to promote the peaceful co-existence of people and wildlife on Cape Cod and throughout Massachusetts.

Orenda's support comes from over 500 members, private foundations, its endowment, gifts and special events.

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