Mountain Bike Ride- September
An adventurous mountain bike ride for the more experienced cyclists looking for a high intensity route led by avid cyclist and Land Use Manager, Jim Olney. Registration is free and open to the public, but space is limited.Please bring a helmet and your own mountain bike suitable for rougher trails.
Ferns and Fern Allies
Learn about the roles of ferns & club mosses in our natural systems with botanist/ecologist Kelly Omand. Common & uncommon species are easily accessible via trails around Windswept Bog, ranging from wetlands to forest & from sun to shade. We’ll explore how they live and learn some key characteristics.http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101244&view=Detail
Climate Change Awareness Walk
During Climate Change Awareness Month, join Dr. Jen Karberg and Neil Foley on a walk to explore how sea level rise and climate change is already impacting natural areas on our island. Using the salt marshes, wetlands, barrier beaches and uplands at the UMASS Field Station, they will guide you through the current stressors of…
Climate Change Awareness Walk
During Climate Change Awareness Month, join Dr. Jen Karberg and Neil Foley on a walk to explore how sea level rise and climate change is already impacting natural areas on our island. Using the salt marshes, wetlands, barrier beaches and uplands at the UMASS Field Station, they will guide you through the current stressors of…
Salt Marsh Exploration
Step into the salt marsh with Dr Jen Karberg and learn about our research projects at Medouie Creek Wetland Complex. Come learn about a restored salt marsh, salt marsh dieback, and peek at our newly installed oyster reef. This involves a few short walks out to the marsh and along the harbor shoreline. Feet will…
Ecology Excursions – Birding with Woody
A new program focused on the wonderful world of birding! Join Woody Newell, one of our NCF Trustees, on an adventure through an NCF property to find and appreciate avian residents and migrants. Woody’s passion for birding is helpful for novices and seasoned birders alike. No previous experience needed, but binoculars encouraged! (8am-10am) http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101766&view=Detail
Ecology Excursions – Folger’s Marsh Kayak Paddle
These popular paddles in collaboration with Egan Maritime are a spectacular opportunity to paddle through this beautiful and vibrant ecosystem at Folger’s Marsh. Drift along with Coastal Ecology Research Technician Jisun Reiner and our ecologists to better understand the true value of a saltmarsh ecosystem. Critically important for our coastal resiliency as an island and…
Mornings for Members- Head of the Plains
(2.1 mi) A bountiful and bustling walk through the blooming sandplain grasslands in our Head of the Plains property. Experience calm forested paths and wide open views as you learn of the incredible diversity in plants and pollinators that we have cultivated through strategic habitat management. http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101730&view=Detail
Ecology Excursions – Birding Folger’s Marsh
A collaborative program between NCF, Egan Maritime and Linda Loring Nature Foundation explores the active birds and history of Folger’s Marsh. Viewing the marsh from Egan Maritime’s Shipwreck & Lifesaving Museum, this program showcases the importance of seabirds and waterfowl in storied maritime history, to enrich and inform membership of all 3 organizations. Register for…
Batacular Bike Race
Race through Nantucket Conservation Foundation’s beautiful trails for a single loop (8.3 miles) or double loop (16.6 miles) to raise both funds and awareness for open spaces across the island.
NCF Fall Festival
Join us at the Nantucket Conservation Foundation’s Fall Festival! This free, community event offers hayrides, kids’ games, a Nanpuppet show, live music, and more fun for all ages. Don’t miss out on a day of festive activities!