Winter Walk: Heart of the Middle Moors
Come with us to explore the base of Altar Rock through the highlands 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. **Space is limited due to Covid-19 Restrictions, please register through…
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Winter Walk: Massasoit Plains
Join us for a walk through this remote area tucked away on the west end of the island and learn about the Foundation’s collaborative efforts with the Nantucket Land Bank to restore and maintain our unique grassland and heathland plant communities. **Space is limited due to Covid-19 Restrictions, please register through the link below!** http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=100825&view=Detail
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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 history, offers spectacular views of the ocean and the open grasslands of our adjacent Head of the Plains properties. **Space is limited due to Covid-19…
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Winter Walk: Masquetuck
One of the Foundation’s real gems. Travel through a small, fascinating hardwood forest that extends to the shores of West Polpis harbor with opportunities to see herons, egrets, shellfish and other inhabitants of this ecologically rich area. **Space is limited due to Covid-19 Restrictions, please register through the link below!** http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=100823&view=Detail
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Winter Walk: Tupancy Links
Hear the story of restoring a golf course into the sprawling native grasslands they are today and the species that share it with us. Known as one of the best dog walking trails and sunset viewing spots on the island, come find new things to appreciate about this island treasure. **Space is limited due to…
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*CANCELLED*Winter Walk: Windswept Bog
**Cancelled due to current spike in cases.** Join us for a guided walk around the bogs and forests of Windswept, a recently decommissioned organic cranberry bog at the very start of a restoration journey back into a useful and productive wetland. Hear about the ecological history in the making for this island favorite and the…
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*CANCELLED*Winter Walk: Squam Farm
**Cancelled due to current spike in cases. Please have a safe and happy holiday season** Join us as we explore the open fields, hidden forests and sphagnum bogs of this spectacular property adjacent to Squam Swamp. Located off Quidnet Road, this former farmland was used by the Foundation for a ten-year study of the ecological…
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Winter Walk: Kettle Ponds of the Middle Moors
This walk explores the ponds, heathlands, and forested paths of the western Middle Moors. Learn about the glacial history, cultural importance, and current ecology of this expansive yet hidden trail system. A true adventure for those interested in exploring the largest contiguous swath of conservation land on Nantucket! **Space is limited due to Covid-19 Restrictions,…
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