Venturing Through the Martha Jones Conservation Area

The Martha Jones Conservation area lies just behind the Martha Jones Elementary School and the John Cronin Field, located in the south western section of Westwood. 

Paths can be accessed near the entrance of the school parking lot off to the right, and also from a path at the end of Tamarack Road.

The path takes you along the black gated fence separating the playground from the woods and pond area. On your right you you can catch a glimpse of the pond through the trees.

After a short walk past the playgrounds and the school, the path brings you to an opening with two stone benches and a wooden dock overlooking a beautiful lily pad-covered pond. This is a perfect place to relax and forget about any worries or anxieties. 

On a nice day, this conservation area would be a perfect place to sit down and eat a peaceful lunch outdoors.

The area is filled with a variety of sounds echoing off the surface of the pond. The wind rustles through the leaves, birds sing to each other from one shore to the next, and the occasional splashes from frogs in the pond.

Further along the trail, a fork emerges. The right side leads down a narrow winding path filled with towering evergreen and deciduous trees. Those walking along this trail should be aware of the various roots sticking out of the ground, which could cause a sprained or rolled ankle.  

The trail eventually links up with the paved path off the end of Tamarack Road. A river runs from the woods under the path to the left. Further along, the path leads towards the left field foul pole of John Cronin Field.

The Martha Jones Conservation area is a great spot to get away from the world for a little while, and it also provides an excellent place for teachers to take their students for some outdoor education. The paths provide access to a beautiful woodland section of south western Westwood.