Upcoming Events
Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a guided tour of LLNF property with a special focus on documenting the biodiversity of the LLNF property. Sarah will go over the use of iNaturalist to help identify and record what we see around the property.
Rambles are free to attend and open to all!
Join us here on the porch at Linda Loring Nature Foundation to celebrate the end of the 2026 Nantucket BioBlitz!
We’ll talk about the wide variety of species found on the island, look at leaderboards and see who our top observers are, meet with other BioBlitzers and celebrate the massive effort everyone has put in to make this year’s BioBlitz so special!
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides are available to borrow. All experience levels welcome.
Birding Field Trips are free and open to all!
Pre-registration is required. Please submit a unique registration for each participant.
We will meet at 7:45 AM at the LLNF office, 110 Eel Point Road, to check in and board our van. The trip will depart promptly at 8AM. Personal transportation to and from LLNF is required to participate.
Please direct any questions to info@llnf.org.
In this workshop we will explore the techniques for sampling aquatic fish, shellfish, and insects. Using methods such as seine netting, fish traps, and dip nets we will collect, photograph, and measure species observed. The Linda Loring Nature Foundation has been sampling aquatic species in the North Head of Long Pond since 2021. This hands-on workshop will highlight what we know so far, and demonstrate the skills and tools used in this type of research and monitoring.
Join LLNF staff for an interactive, sensory-friendly program designed for families with young children. During this program, families will have the opportunity to explore LLNF’s trails, engage with local flora and fauna, and learn about the work our organization does.
This program is geared towards children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. This a family offering, not a drop-off program. A responsible adult must be present to accompany children.
Free and open to all!
Join the Linda Loring Nature Foundation and Nantucket Land and Water Council for a kayak tour of the North Head of Long Pond.
Explore firsthand the incredible biodiversity of Nantucket’s unique Great Ponds, discuss water quality issues that face our island’s water resources, and find out how you can help protect and preserve these special ponds!
Participants will gain a greater understanding of our island’s water resources and great pond systems and enjoy a fun and educational morning on the water. Kayaks and lifejackets will be provided.
These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides are available to borrow. All experience levels welcome.
Birding Field Trips are free and open to all!
Pre-registration is required. Please submit a unique registration for each participant.
We will meet at 7:45 AM at the LLNF office, 110 Eel Point Road, to check in and board our van. The trip will depart promptly at 8AM. Personal transportation to and from LLNF is required to participate.
Please direct any questions to info@llnf.org.
Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a guided tour of the sandplain grasslands of the LLNF property. The grasslands will be in full bloom with grasses and wildflowers on full display. It’s a perfect time to be out exploring these unique, globally rare habitats.
Rambles are free to attend and open to all!
The Saltmarsh Center and Linda Loring Nature Foundation are excited to announce a new collaboration for 2026, featuring monthly nature exploration with different seasonal themes. Programs will be based outdoors and include walking over gentle terrain. Free and open to all eligible attendees of the Saltmarsh Center.
Register by contacting the Saltmarsh Center.
These trips will explore Nantucket’s birding hotspots and offer participants a chance to observe birds in their natural habitats. Binoculars, spotting scope, and field guides are available to borrow. All experience levels welcome.
Birding Field Trips are free and open to all!
Pre-registration is required. Please submit a unique registration for each participant.
We will meet at 7:45 AM at the LLNF office, 110 Eel Point Road, to check in and board our van. The trip will depart promptly at 8AM. Personal transportation to and from LLNF is required to participate.
Please direct any questions to info@llnf.org.
‘Sconset Trust members can join Linda Loring Nature Foundation for a guided nature walk along the LLNF trails to learn about the unique flora and fauna found in Nantucket’s habitats. LLNF is an environmental conservation nonprofit with a 275-acre property on the northwest corner of Nantucket where they conserve the land, engage in rigorous ecological research, and educate people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities.
This is peak time for wildflower viewing! Now is your chance to observe the peak bloom time for our Nantucket wildflowers! Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a guided tour of the sandplain grasslands and heathlands of the LLNF property.
Rambles are free to attend and open to all!
The Saltmarsh Center and Linda Loring Nature Foundation are excited to announce a new collaboration for 2026, featuring monthly nature exploration with different seasonal themes. Programs will be based outdoors and include walking over gentle terrain. Free and open to all eligible attendees of the Saltmarsh Center.
Register by contacting the Saltmarsh Center.
In this workshop, we will explore the techniques used in professional bird banding, learn about the significance of long-term bird research, and examine how banding data contributes to conservation efforts. Unlike our typical banding sessions, this workshop will give you the chance to experience all aspects of bird banding firsthand, with a technical approach to each step in the process.
Join LLNF staff for an interactive, sensory-friendly program designed for families with young children. During this program, families will have the opportunity to explore LLNF’s trails, engage with local flora and fauna, and learn about the work our organization does.
This program is geared towards children ages 0-5 and their parents or caregivers. This a family offering, not a drop-off program. A responsible adult must be present to accompany children.
Free and open to all!
Join Linda Loring Nature Foundation for a guided nature walk along ‘Sconset Trust’s Ruddick Commons trails to learn about the unique flora and fauna found in Nantucket’s habitats.
In celebration of Climate Change Awareness Month, join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a climate change tour around LLNF. She’ll showcase LLNF research in action, demonstrate tools we can all use to track changes in our environments, and help participants identify climate change indicators.
Rambles are free to attend and open to all!
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It’s once again BioBlitz time on Nantucket! Mid-summer is the perfect time for a BioBlitz. It’s peak growing season, height of insects, the tail end of nesting season for many birds, decent weather for beachcombing, and there are lots of people on island to help us count them all!
Summer on Nantucket brings with it many treasures of nature: sunny beach days, serene trail walks, and picturesque sunsets. But during the warmer months, we always need to remain vigilant against the hazards of being outdoors, such as biting insects, poison ivy, and sunburns. Although ticks have long been the primary topic of conversation when it comes to island insects, they are not the only pests to be wary of.
Summer has officially arrived on Nantucket, bringing long beach days, warmer waters, and the seasonal return of one of the ocean's most talked-about visitors: sharks.
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