Ecology Excursions – Nighttime Horseshoe Crab Walk
(1.0 mi) Join NCF’s Environmental Educator, Isaac Hersh, on an exciting new program at Little Neck in Madaket Harbor. Learn about our ongoing research at the height of horseshoe crab mating season and experience the ecology of Nantucket’s harbor-facing beaches at night. Get acquainted with some of the island’s nocturnal wildlife like horseshoe crabs, eels,…
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 our ecologists and better understand the true value of a saltmarsh ecosystem. Critically important for our coastal resiliency as an island and rich with biodiversity, these habitats take center…
Mornings for Members- Ram Pasture
(2.5 mi) Traverse the southernmost end of our popular Sanford Farm and Ram Pasture property and see why this is a must visit for many. Take in the spectacular views of the ocean and open grasslands in bloom while you hear about the rare and endangered species that thrive with our protection and management.http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101706&view=Detail
Guided Bike Tour- Middle Moors
(9 mi) Join avid cyclist and NCF Trustee Jim Meehan to tour the trails and dirt roads of the Middle Moors. Space is limited. Helmet and a mountain bike suitable for rough roads is required.
Mornings for Members- Tawpawshaw Bog & Shawkemo Highlands
(2.4 mi) This walk explores a scenic, hilly area in the Western section of Middle Moors. Highlights include freshwater ponds, interesting plant species, and stunning views of the Moors and Nantucket Harbor.http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101707&view=Detail
An Evening of Eels: The Journey of a Living Mystery
Join eel enthusiast and educator Chris Bowser (NYS Department of Environmental Conservation) at the Nantucket Atheneum for a fascinating talk about the journey of American eels and how we can all play a role in fish conservation and stewardship. Eels are living mysteries that Chris has been studying for years through community science in New…
Nighttime Horseshoe Crab Walk
Join NCF’s Environmental Educator, Isaac Hersh, on an exciting program at Little Neck in Madaket Harbor. Learn about our ongoing research at the height of horseshoe crab mating season and experience the ecology of Nantucket’s harbor-facing beaches at night. Get acquainted with some of the island’s nocturnal wildlife like horseshoe crabs, eels, night herons, and…
Documentary Film: The Last Spotted Turtle of New England
A documentary film by Ari Taub, featuring the Nantucket Conservation Foundation’s Vice President, Karen Beattie, and Wildlife Research Ecologist, Danielle O’Dell, as well as Herpetologist Dr. Mike Graziano from Bridgewater State University, and Cape Cod-based Wildlife Ecologist, Dr. Bob Cook. Taub has been working in the film industry for over 30 years. His feature films…
Nighttime Horseshoe Crab Walk
Join NCF’s Environmental Educator, Isaac Hersh, on an exciting program at Little Neck in Madaket Harbor. Learn about our ongoing research at the height of horseshoe crab mating season and experience the ecology of Nantucket’s harbor-facing beaches at night. Get acquainted with some of the island’s nocturnal wildlife like horseshoe crabs, eels, night herons, and…
Shorebird Walk
Take a beautiful beach walk out to Eel Point and see shorebird conservation in action. Led by NCF’s Wildlife Technician, Gracie Bell and NCF Staff visit an important breeding site, learn about the nesting ecology of our annual residents, and appreciate their complex journey of protection. Open to all birding levels. This walk will go…
Spring Wildflower Ecology Walk
Join NCF Plant Research Ecologist/Botanist Kelly Omand for a loop tour of the emerging spring plant life through the more open landscapes of Squam Farm. Learn the spring and early summer wildflowers of our forests and fields in fresh spring foliage. (9am-11am)