State of Climate Change on Nantucket, Climate Change Summit: Winter Edition
How is climate change impacting Nantucket today: this talk will explore the definitions of climate change and current impacts including sea level rise, erosion, rising groundwater, and storm surge. We…
Climate Change Summit: Winter Edition Field Trip at Folger’s Marsh
Building off of the lecture, State of Climate Change on Nantucket, Drs. Jen Karberg and Sarah Bois will tour Folger’s Marsh and the surrounding habitats owned by UMASS Boston Nantucket…
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- Squam Farm
A winter favorite! Walk with us through the sheltered paths and open pastures around this hidden gem. Learn about the trees in Nantucket’s regenerating hardwood forest and the creatures that…
Coastal Ecology of Nantucket, Climate Change Summit: Winter Edition
Dr. Sarah Bois, Linda Loring Nature Foundation Dr. Jen Karberg, Nantucket Conservation Foundation This lecture will explore the different coastal habitats found on Nantucket including their ecological importance and how…
Guided Bike Tour
(9 mi) Join avid cyclist and NCF Trustee Jim Meehan to tour the trails and dirt roads of the Middle Moors or Ram Pasture. Space is limited. Helmet and a…
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 NCF’s Coastal Ecology Research…
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…
Native Plant Landscaping Tour
Visit the NCF office at 118 Cliff Road to learn how native shrubs, trees, and wildflowers can find a home in your own yard. Planting natives supports fascinating insects 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,…
Weekly Walk- Squam Farm
(1.6 mi) Explore the retired pastures, forested paths & hidden wetlands of this spectacular property. Located off Quidnet Rd, this former farmland was used for a 10-year study of the…