What is Lake Mansfield Alliance?: We are a group of ordinary citizens, Berkshire County (Massachusetts) dwellers mostly, who have come to appreciate the wonderful resource called Lake Mansfield. We are business people, retired folks, artists, neighbors and visitors who realize that this fragile resource needs our concerned stewardship to ensure that our children and grand children can enjoy the lake far into the future. LMA was formed in 2003 as a non-profit “grassroots organization”, is a project of the Great Barrington Land Conservancy. LMA is committed to the preservation, protection and enhancement of Lake Mansfield.
Mission
To protect Lake Mansfield as a vital natural habitat and essential space for recreation and rejuvenation.
Lake Mansfield is a 40 acre body of water less than a mile from downtown Great Barrington. The lake has historically been a site for recreation, social gatherings, and solitude. Generations of swimmers have enjoyed its cool waters. Walkers, runners, and bikers of all ages enjoy its lovely landscape as they venture outdoors in search of tranquility and beauty. The Lake is a place where nature dominates and the changing of seasons resounds. It is a vital and essential open space that needs and deserves protection. Over the years several groups have been formed to help protect Lake Mansfield and the surrounding area. Currently Lake Mansfield Alliance is taking a leadership role in the stewardship of this precious natural resource.