Events

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.

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…

A new ecology walk taking a deep dive on the looming threat of Southern Pine Beetles. The range of this southern species is expanding into northern forests due to climate change and poses a risk to the health and stability of our Pitch Pine forests. Walk with Wildlife Research Ecologist Danielle O’Dell as she describes…

Returning for a second year, 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…

Join the Nantucket Community Book Club, a partnership of the Nantucket Conservation Foundation and ReMain Nantucket, in reading “Nature’s Best Hope: a New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard” by best selling author Doug Tallamy. This discussion will kick start a conversation about the importance of native plants in promoting small-scale ecology in…

Please join Nantucket Conservation Foundation’s Board of Trustees, Advisors, and staff for the 59th Annual Meeting of the Members at the Nantucket Yacht Club at 5pm. There will be a brief business meeting, address by keynote speaker Doug Tallamy (author of Nature’s Best Hope, Bringing Nature Home, and others), and refreshments following.

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…

Explore the retired pastures, forested paths, and hidden wetlands of this spectacular property. Located off Quidnet Rd, this former farmland was used for a 10-year study of the ecological effects of sheep grazing on the island’s landscape. See how rare plant species re-established in this secluded spot.

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…

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,…

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…

(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.

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…

Join the Trustees and the Nantucket Conservation Foundation for the public premiere of our short documentary film, Coskata-Coatue: A Refuge on the Edge. Experience this new documentary that showcases the wonders of the refuge, the vulnerabilities associated with climate change, and how we are working together to build resilience. Panel with cast members and light…

Another new walk exploring the heart of the island. Travel through the covered shrublands, oak forests and old fields and learn the stages of vegetative succession on Nantucket. Visit some sites of incredible Nantucket history hidden in the winding trails of the Middle Moors.

Another new walk exploring the heart of the island. Travel through the covered shrublands, oak forests and old fields and learn the stages of vegetative succession on Nantucket. Visit some sites of incredible Nantucket history hidden in the winding trails of the Middle Moors.

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.

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.

A new workshop for the plant lovers. Join Plant Research Ecologist/Botanist Kelly Omand in collecting, pressing, and mounting plants for botanical preparation and recording finds on iNaturalist. Learn how a trained botanist approaches collection and preservation to represent each species in a scientific collection. Materials will be provided.