Ecology Excursions – Southern Pine Beetle Walk
This ecology excursion will give a close-up view of the damage caused by Southern Pine Beetles. Walk with Wildlife Research Ecologist Danielle O’Dell as she describes the recent outbreak of…
Mornings for Members- The Serengeti
(2.0 mi) A favorite walk through one of the most iconic and breathtaking parts of the island. Every ride out to Sconset is accompanied by the sprawling views of the…
Ecology Excursions – Native Plant Landscaping Tour
Visit the NCF office at 118 Cliff Road to learn how native shrubs, trees, wildflowers can find a home in your own yard. Planting native supports fascinating insects and wildlife,…
Mornings for Members- Leedsmoor
(2.7 mi) Explore the heart of the island through the covered shrublands, oak forests and old fields as you learn the stages of vegetative succession on Nantucket. Visit some sites…
Outdoor Meditation & Breathwork Practice
This new offering as part of NCF’s Wellness Series explores the beneficial use of nature to connect with your breath and inner space. Led by experienced instructor Andrew Viselli, this…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…