Events

A great introduction to the diverse wetlands across the Middle Moors. Hear about the formation and ecology of the freshwater ponds sunken into this glacial landscape, the rare plants that thrive there, and the cultural importance of kettle ponds. 1.8 miles http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101169&view=Detail

This practice will be led by Lynne Begier This is a 60 minute class moderately paced with mindful and controlled movement and breath. Emphasis is on lengthening postures and fluid breathing, smooth transitions, and cultivating focus. Class includes a gentle warm-up, 1 brief flow to warm the body, a short series of longer holds, and…

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.

In the heart of the old Nantucket Farm Belt, Norwood Farm represents some of the most diverse areas including hardwood forests, freshwater bogs and kettle hole ponds. These habitats support rare species of plants, moths, and birds of prey. 2.2 miles http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101172&view=Detail

In the heart of the old Nantucket Farm Belt, Norwood Farm represents some of the most diverse areas including hardwood forests, freshwater bogs and kettle hole ponds. These habitats support rare species of plants, moths, and birds of prey. 2.2 miles http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101173&view=Detail

By special request, a new walk for those interested in discovering more about our grasses and their importance in early successional plant communities. Accompany Botanist/Ecologist Kelly Omand and learn to ID several common grass species from sandplain grassland to wetland. A (10x) hand lens or magnifying glass is useful if you have one. http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101261&view=Detail

One of the Foundation’s real gems. Travel through a small, fascinating hardwood forest that extends to West Polpis Harbor with chances to see herons, egrets, shellfish & other inhabitants of this ecologically rich area. 1.0 mile http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101175&view=Detail

One of the Foundation’s real gems. Travel through a small, fascinating hardwood forest that extends to West Polpis Harbor with chances to see herons, egrets, shellfish & other inhabitants of this ecologically rich area. 1.0 mile http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101176&view=Detail

This practice will be led by an instructor from Yoga 11:11 This is a 60 minute class moderately paced with mindful and controlled movement and breath. Emphasis is on lengthening postures and fluid breathing, smooth transitions, and cultivating focus. Class includes a gentle warm-up, 1 brief flow to warm the body, a short series of…

Join avid cyclist and Land Use Manager Jim Olney on a 7.5 mile tour of our popular bike trails in the Middle Moors. Free and open to the public, but space is limited.  Please bring a helmet and a mountain bike suitable for rougher roads.

A guided walk around the bogs and forests of Windswept, a recently retired cranberry bog being restored back to a useful, productive wetland. Hear about the ecological history in the making for this island favorite and the cranberry culture that helped sustain Nantucket families after the whaling era. 2.4 miles http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101177&view=Detail

Ever wonder how native plant landscaping might work in your yard? Diverse plantings of native shrubs, trees, wildflowers, and grasses can boost your enjoyment of nature at home, while supporting wildlife and connecting conservation lands. NCF Botanist/Plant Ecologist Kelly Omand gives a tour of our office at 118 Cliff Rd to explore the changes we’ve…