Week of Events
Mountain Bike Ride- September
Mountain Bike Ride- September
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.
Ferns and Fern Allies
Ferns and Fern Allies
Learn about the roles of ferns & club mosses in our natural systems with botanist/ecologist Kelly Omand. Common & uncommon species are easily accessible via trails around Windswept Bog, ranging from wetlands to forest & from sun to shade. We’ll explore how they live and learn some key characteristics.http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101244&view=Detail
Climate Change Awareness Walk
Climate Change Awareness Walk
During Climate Change Awareness Month, join Dr. Jen Karberg and Neil Foley on a walk to explore how sea level rise and climate change is already impacting natural areas on our island. Using the salt marshes, wetlands, barrier beaches and uplands at the UMASS Field Station, they will guide you through the current stressors of…
Climate Change Awareness Walk
Climate Change Awareness Walk
During Climate Change Awareness Month, join Dr. Jen Karberg and Neil Foley on a walk to explore how sea level rise and climate change is already impacting natural areas on our island. Using the salt marshes, wetlands, barrier beaches and uplands at the UMASS Field Station, they will guide you through the current stressors of…
Ecology Excursions – Climate Change Awareness Walk
(1.5 mi) During September’s Climate Change Awareness Month, join Dr. Jen Karberg at Folger’s Marsh and journey on a walk through Nantucket’s current climate change impacts. Envision the future of climate change along Folger’s Marsh and explore Nantucket’s many ways to use existing natural resilience and build nature-based resilience. Learn about ongoing research at Folger’s…
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=101765&view=Detail
Ecology Excursions – Native Plant Landscaping Tour
Visit the NCF office at 118 Cliff Road to learn how native shrubs, trees, wildflowers can find a home in your own yard. Planting native supports fascinating insects and wildlife, and connects conservation lands. NCF Plant Research Ecologist/Botanist Kelly Omand gives a tour of our office grounds showcasing the makeover of our office landscape, from…
Ecology Excursions – Polpis Harbor Kayak Paddle
Join Dr. Jen Karberg and Jisun Reiner 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, and bug protection recommended. Space is limited.…
Coskata-Coatue Resilience Project Community Meeting
Learn more about our ongoing nature-based resilience project on Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge! Join us and provide feedback as a community member on our approaches to coastal resilience and project priorities. Join us online if you can’t make it in person. Please register either in person or online using the links below.
Mornings for Members- Tupancy Links
(1.2 mi) Discover the history of this popular Cliff Road property and the family that made its preservation possible. Walk the trails and hear about the transition from private golf course to recovering grassland and the role it plays in restoring habitats across Nantucket. http://support.nantucketconservation.org/site/Calendar?id=101727&view=Detail