Nantucket Conservation Foundation

Nantucket Conservation Foundation Preserving the Island for everyone
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Swipe to meet our newest residents of the island 🐣💙 These are Piping Plover (Charadrius melodus) chicks that have hatche...
06/23/2026

Swipe to meet our newest residents of the island 🐣💙

These are Piping Plover (Charadrius melodus) chicks that have hatched over the past few weeks at Eel Point. Every summer, our shorebird monitors keep watch over nesting areas to helping give these tiny beachgoers the best chance at success.

You may notice sections of beach marked off with signs and symbolic fencing. Those areas create a little extra space for plover families during one of the most vulnerable stages of their lives.

Why does it matter? Piping Plovers are a threatened species in Massachusetts, and even small disturbances can separate chicks from their parents or push birds away from feeding and nesting habitat. Since chicks hatch ready to run (but not ready to fly), a little room goes a long way.

By sharing the shore we help make Nantucket’s beaches a place where both wildlife and people can thrive.

Welcome to the Nantucket, little ones 💙

06/22/2026

On a clear and sunny Thursday morning, office pups Gabriel, Cleo, and Fiona lined up to take their shot at their own Race for Open Space. The pack was tight, tails were wagging, and competition was fierce… but in the end, everyone crossed the finish line (and earned bragging rights).

Think you can outrun the office dogs? Join us for the 25th annual Race for Open Space on Saturday, June 27th! Whether you're chasing a PR, enjoying a scenic walk, or just showing your support for conservation, there’s a place for you at the starting line.

You can choose your adventure:
10K (6.2 miles)
5K (3.1 miles)
2-mile walk

Bib Pick Up
Thursday, June 25 | 4 PM | 118 Cliff Road
Friday, June 26 | 10 AM–4 PM | 118 Cliff Road
Saturday, June 27 | 7–8 AM Pre-registration/Bib Pick Up

Race Start Times
8:00 AM – 10K
8:05 AM – 2-mile
8:10 AM – 5K

Register at the link in bio — we’ll see you at the finish line!

06/21/2026

Every trail you walk on Nantucket is cared for by someone. Gerry Holmes and the land management team at NCF maintain over 100 miles of trails across 9,000 acres - year-round, rain or shine. From clearing brush to hauling equipment, this is the hands-on work that keeps Nantucket’s open spaces open for everyone.

This is the first video of The Milestone Center Series, sharing the stories of the people who care for one-third of Nantucket and how the Milestone Center will support their work.

Learn more at nantucketconservation.org

06/19/2026

Our turtles are spotted up and ready to go dancing with you!

Unfortunately, the club closes if the wetlands disappear.

Spotted turtles spend their lives in shallow wetlands, marshes, and quiet freshwater habitats. Protecting these places gives turtles space to feed, nest, and keep doing their tiny turtle twirls.

As always, spin responsibly.

The 25th annual Race for Open Space is made possible by our incredible sponsors. 💙 Swipe through to see the businesses...
06/18/2026

The 25th annual Race for Open Space is made possible by our incredible sponsors. 💙

Swipe through to see the businesses and organizations supporting this year's race. Your partnership helps us protect the Middle Moors and the open spaces that make Nantucket extraordinary. Thank you!

Haven't registered yet? There's still time! Join us Saturday, June 27th for a 5K, 10K, or 2-mile walk through the Middle Moors. Every registration supports the science, restoration, and stewardship that keeps these landscapes open and healthy. Click the link in our bio!

Interested in sponsoring? Email [email protected]

06/17/2026

Join us this Saturday, June 20th from 8am-10am for a Native Plant Open House! Head to 220 Milestone Road to tour our greenhouse, meet our team of botanists, and learn more about what plants will work best for your yard. We’ll have a selection of native plants for sale, too! We hope to see you there!!

We’re grateful to share that the Nantucket Conservation Foundation has been selected as the June recipient of Stop & Sho...
06/16/2026

We’re grateful to share that the Nantucket Conservation Foundation has been selected as the June recipient of Stop & Shop’s Community Bag Program at the Stop & Shop in Town!

During the month of June, every time a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Stop & Shop in downtown Nantucket, $1 will be donated to NCF.

It’s an easy way to give back while shopping. Help spread the word and pick up a bag!

06/12/2026

Every trail you walk on Nantucket is cared for by someone. Gerry Holmes and the land management team at NCF maintain over 100 miles of trails across 9,000 acres - year-round, rain or shine. From clearing brush to hauling equipment, this is the hands-on work that keeps Nantucket’s open spaces open for everyone.

This is the first video of The Milestone Center Series, sharing the stories of the people who care for one-third of Nantucket and how the Milestone Center will support their work.

Learn more at nantucketconservation.org

06/10/2026

Need a reset? Walk the trails of Squam Swamp and let the forest do the rest 💚

Northern Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor) at Windswept 💜 Each spring, violet-blue blooms emerge across the wetlands at W...
06/08/2026

Northern Blue Flag Iris (Iris versicolor) at Windswept 💜

Each spring, violet-blue blooms emerge across the wetlands at Windswept, adding flashes of color to pond edges, marshes, and wet meadows.

While they're easy to admire, these native irises are quietly doing important work. Beneath the surface, their roots help hold soil in place, reducing erosion and slowing runoff before it reaches the waters that flow into Nantucket Harbor. Their flowers also provide nectar and pollen for native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators throughout the growing season.

Not bad for a flower that spends its life with wet feet.

Address

118 Cliff Road (PO Box 13)
Nantucket, MA
02554

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15082282884

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