Winter Walk- Ram Pasture
Experience this walk through the protected shrublands and scenic vistas of Ram Pasture. Hear tales of the rich natural, cultural, and ecological history to while we wind our way toward the expansive sandplain grasslands along the South Shore. Learn all about the rare plants and animals who thrive here thanks to our active land management!http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101005&view=Detail
Winter Walk- Masquetuck
Masquetuck 1.4 milesOne of the Foundation’s real gems. Travel through a small, fascinating hardwood forest that extends to the shores of West Polpis harbor as we talk sunken forests, seasonal change, rich Wampanoag history, and some exciting science happening in the area.http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101002&view=Detail
Winter Botany Walk with Kelly Omand
Ever wondered how to identify woody plants in winter? There are several tricks and tips using twigs, buds, and bark. Dress warmly and accompany NCF botanist and ecologist Kelly Omand to get to know several common species on Nantucket. A (10x) hand lens or magnifying glass is useful if you can bring one along.http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101021&view=Detail
Winter Walk- Windswept Bog
Join us for a guided walk around the bogs and forests of Windswept, a recently decommissioned organic cranberry bog at the very start of a restoration journey back into a useful and productive wetland. Hear about the ecological history in the making for this island favorite and the cranberry culture that helped to sustain the…
Winter Walk- Squam Swamp
Squam Swamp 1.6 milesBe prepared for some adventurous, mucky, uneven trails while you hear about the ecological bounty tucked in the vernal pools and Red Maple swamps of this striking forest. Uniquely shaped trees and vibrant seasonal sights await in the forests of Squam.http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101004&view=Detail
Winter Walk- Ram Pasture
Explore the southernmost end of the Foundation’s popular Sanford Farm property, which is home to some of Nantucket’s rarest plants and animals. This area, which is also rich in cultural history, offers spectacular views of the ocean and the open grasslands of our adjacent Head of the Plains properties.
Winter Walk- Nantucket Field Station
Join us for an exploration of the historic and vibrant Nantucket Field Station. Scope for winter birds in the salt marsh and Harbor-facing bluff and learn the importance of this island treasure.
How to Love a Forest: A book talk by Ethan Tapper
Sponsored by the Nantucket Conservation Foundation In the Great Hall of the Nantucket Atheneum What does it mean to love a forest? In this talk, Ethan Tapper, a forester, author and content creator from Vermont, will draw from his work as a forester and his bestselling book — How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work…
Winter Walk- Folger’s Hill
A new guided walk experience to a lesser-known hill in the Moors with a spectacular view. Not as easily findable as Altar Rock, but it holds a higher elevation and the experience is worth the hike through the sandy roads of the Eastern Moors.
Winter Walk- Masquetuck
Travel the short loop through a small, fascinating sunken hardwood forest that extends to the shores of West Polpis harbor with opportunities to see winter ducks, talk shellfish, and see the benefits to other residents of this ecologically rich area.
Winter Walk- Eels & Oysters Encounter
Visit with Jisun Reiner and Isaac Hersh as they further their research into Nantucket’s vibrant population of American Eels. Learn the unbelievable natural history of this species, see them up-close-and-personal and discover the winter ecology of our artificial oyster reef and salt marsh habitat.