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All Levels Yoga Flow
All Levels Yoga Flow
A 60-minute class moderately paced with mindful, controlled movement and breath. Emphasis is on lengthening postures, fluid breathing, smooth transitions, and cultivating focus. Includes a gentle warm-up, a brief flow to warm the body, a short series of longer holds, and a relaxing cool-down. Class is aimed to lengthen and preserve more than strengthen and…
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Mountain Bike Adventure Ride
Mountain Bike Adventure Ride
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. Space is limited. Required: A helmet and your own mountain bike suitable for rougher trails.
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Race For Open Space
Race For Open Space
Our annual Race for Open Space fundraiser held at the Milestone Cranberry Bog and the adjacent MiddleMoors property. Participate in a 2-mile walk, 5K or 10K and contribute to year-round open space conservation. Register online at www.nantucketconservation.org.
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Guided Bike Tour
Guided Bike Tour
(7.5 mi) Join avid cyclist and Land Use Manager Jim Olney to tour our popular bike trails in the Middle Moors. Space is limited. Helmet and a mountain bike suitable for rougher roads is required.
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Mornings for Members Walk- Windswept Bog
Mornings for Members Walk- Windswept Bog
A re-envisioning of this favorite island walk. As we further the process for our watershed-level wetland restoration of this former cranberry farm, we will learn the bog’s history, talk about the complex plans that will soon be implemented, and look forward to what Windswept could look like within the next several years. Hear about how…
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All Levels Yoga Flow
All Levels Yoga Flow
A 60-minute class moderately paced with mindful, controlled movement and breath. Emphasis is on lengthening postures, fluid breathing, smooth transitions, and cultivating focus. Includes a gentle warm-up, a brief flow to warm the body, a short series of longer holds, and a relaxing cool-down. Class is aimed to lengthen and preserve more than strengthen and…
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Folger’s Marsh Kayak Paddle
Folger’s Marsh Kayak Paddle
Returning for a second year, these popular paddles in collaboration with Egan Maritime Institute are a spectacular opportunity to paddle through this beautiful and vibrant ecosystem at Folger’s Marsh. Drift alongwith our ecologists and better understand the true value of a saltmarsh ecosystem. Critically important for our coastal resiliency as an island and rich with…
Creatures of the Night Encounter
Creatures of the Night Encounter
An exciting night-time adventure in the woods to learn about predator-prey relationships in Nantucket’s Pitch Pine forests. Hear about Danielle O’Dell’s research on endangered northern long-eared bats. Experience how we capture, identify, band, and study these nocturnal creatures. Neil Foley will be spotlighting for moths and other flying insects to observe and catalog our bats’…
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Mornings for Members Walk- Heart of the Middle Moors
Mornings for Members Walk- Heart of the Middle Moors
Explore from the base of Altar Rock through the trails and hills of Norwood Farm. Follow paths through hidden valleys and view some of the distinctive kettle ponds that comprise this unique collection of rare habitats while learning about both native and geologic history.
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Stump Pond Kayak Paddle
Stump Pond Kayak Paddle
In partnership with the Nantucket Land Council, an exploration of a historic reservoir built for the cranberry growing operation at Windswept. Skirt around ancient Red Maple stumps and diverse islands of bog habitat, learning about the value of protecting unique freshwater ecosystems 30 miles out to sea. Space is limited. Registration through the Nantucket Land…
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All Levels Yoga Flow
All Levels Yoga Flow
A 60-minute class moderately paced with mindful, controlled movement and breath. Emphasis is on lengthening postures, fluid breathing, smooth transitions, and cultivating focus. Includes a gentle warm-up, a brief flow to warm the body, a short series of longer holds, and a relaxing cool-down. Class is aimed to lengthen and preserve more than strengthen and…
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Polpis Harbor Kayak Paddle
Polpis Harbor Kayak Paddle
Join Dr Jen Karberg and staff from the Town of Nantucket’s Natural Resources Department to paddle Polpis Harbor and learn about harbor health, saltmarsh ecology and nature-based resilience solutions using oyster reefs. See NCF’s saltmarsh restoration from the water and paddle past our inter-tidal oyster reef, the first of its kind in Massachusetts. Water, sun,…
Creatures of the Night Encounter
Creatures of the Night Encounter
An exciting night-time adventure in the woods to learn about predator-prey relationships in Nantucket’s Pitch Pine forests. Hear about Danielle O’Dell’s research on endangered northern long-eared bats. Experience how we capture, identify, band, and study these nocturnal creatures. Neil Foley will be spotlighting for moths and other flying insects to observe and catalog our bats’…
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Mornings for Members Walk- Ram Pasture
Mornings for Members Walk- Ram Pasture
Traverse the southernmost end of our popular Sanford Farm & 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.
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Native Plant Landscaping Tour
Native Plant Landscaping Tour
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 Plant Research Ecologist/Botanist Kelly Omand gives a tour of our office at 118 Cliff Rd to explore the changes to our office gardens from removal of invasive species to a…
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Mornings for Members Walk- Ram Pasture
Mornings for Members Walk- Ram Pasture
Traverse the southernmost end of our popular Sanford Farm & 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.
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Outdoor Restorative Yoga
Outdoor Restorative Yoga
A new offering this year as part of our Wellness series. Drop into this calming and centering practice of restorative yoga immersed in the peaceful setting of our properties. Be guided through the gentle movement, stretching and breathwork of a traditional 60-minute restorative class in open space. Pre-registration required.
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Mountain Bike Adventure Ride
Mountain Bike Adventure Ride
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. Space is limited. Required: A helmet and your own mountain bike suitable for rougher trails.
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Mornings for Members Walk- Walk to Altar Rock
Mornings for Members Walk- Walk to Altar Rock
Our newest guided walk exploring the rolling hills and ridgelines of the Glacial Outwash Plain. Hike with us up from the flat open fields of the Serengeti to one of the most beautiful and iconic vistas on Nantucket.
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Mornings for Members Walk- Masquetuck
Mornings for Members Walk- Masquetuck
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.
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Shorebird Walk
Shorebird Walk
Take a beautiful beach walk out to Eel Point and see shorebird conservation in action. Led by ecologist Neil Foley and our shorebird monitor, 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 through…
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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!