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Birding Field Trip
May
13

Birding Field Trip

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.

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Families in Nature Program
May
15

Families in Nature Program

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!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
May
20

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Birding at The Creeks
May
26

Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Birding at The Creeks

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.

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Birding Field Trip
May
27

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Jun
3

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Ecologist in Training - Tree Swallow Nest Box Surveys
Jun
9

Ecologist in Training - Tree Swallow Nest Box Surveys

In this workshop we will explore the techniques for monitoring avian nest boxes, examine how tracking populations can help us conserve species, and learn about the threats that Tree Swallows face. Join LLNF staff to help check nest boxes and examine how changes in Tree Swallow nest success and phenology are tied to climate change impacts.

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Birding Field Trip
Jun
10

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Families in Nature Program
Jun
12

Families in Nature Program

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!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Jun
17

Birding Field Trip

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.

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Ecologist in Training - Turtle Trapping: Basics of Freshwater Turtle Sampling
Jun
18

Ecologist in Training - Turtle Trapping: Basics of Freshwater Turtle Sampling

In this workshop, we will explore the research and techniques used for studying freshwater turtle species and their habitats. Join LLNF Director of Research and Conservation and LLNF staff to learn about freshwater turtle species of Nantucket, their habitat preferences, and conservation efforts to support these populations.

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Saltmarsh in Nature Series - All about Turtles
Jun
23

Saltmarsh in Nature Series - All about Turtles

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.

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Birding Field Trip
Jun
24

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk - Restoration and Resilience at LLNF
Jun
26

Guided Nature Walk - Restoration and Resilience at LLNF

Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a guided tour of the eastern side of the LLNF property, a section currently closed to the public. She’ll showcase LLNF research and restoration in action, highlight habitat diversity, and give attendees a sneak peak of this gem of a property.

Rambles are free to attend and open to all!  

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Birding Field Trip
Jul
1

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Discover the Salt Marsh and Coastal Wetland Habitats
Jul
7

Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Discover the Salt Marsh and Coastal Wetland Habitats

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.

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Birding Field Trip
Jul
8

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Ecologist in Training - Water Quality Monitoring
Jul
9

Ecologist in Training - Water Quality Monitoring

In this workshop we will explore the techniques for monitoring water quality, learn about the history of sampling on the North Head of Long Pond, and examine how baseline data informs us about changes or threats to the environment. Join LLNF staff to sample water quality at our field sites around the North Head of Long Pond and talk about how climate change and sea level rise may impact future water quality and flow.

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Families in Nature Program
Jul
10

Families in Nature Program

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!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk - Bountiful Berries
Jul
10

Guided Nature Walk - Bountiful Berries

Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a guided tour of LLNF property with a special focus on the bountiful fruiting diversity of LLNF. She’ll showcase LLNF research in action, highlighting fruiting plants and how they support the wildlife found on the property.

Rambles are free to attend and open to all!  

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Birding Field Trip
Jul
15

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Kayak Tour of North Head of Long Pond with LLNF and NLWC
Jul
21

Kayak Tour of North Head of Long Pond with LLNF and NLWC

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.

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Ecologist in Training - Let’s Botanize! Monitoring & Tracking Rare Plants
Jul
21

Ecologist in Training - Let’s Botanize! Monitoring & Tracking Rare Plants

This workshop will focus on the various ways we monitor, record, and otherwise track rare and unique plants. Nantucket is host to many unique habitats and some state-listed rare species. We will go over the tools and methods used to look for, identify, track and record various plant species. Some state-listed species grow in large numbers on the LLNF property, offering the chance for participants to locate, photograph, and GPS locations. For non-rare species, we will also go over collecting samples and pressing plants.

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Birding Field Trip
Jul
22

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket Wildflowers!
Jul
24

Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket Wildflowers!

This is peak time for wildflower viewing! Now is your chance to observe the peak of the Nantucket growing season! Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a guided tour of the sandplain grasslands and heathlands of the LLNF property. It’s a perfect time to be out exploring these unique, globally rare habitats.  

Rambles are free to attend and open to all!  

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Jul
29

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket BioBlitz
Jul
31

Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket BioBlitz

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!  

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Birding Field Trip
Aug
5

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket BioBlitz
Aug
7

Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket BioBlitz

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!  

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Aug
12

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Ecologist in Training - Aquatic Sampling: Discover the Creatures of North Head of Long Pond
Aug
12

Ecologist in Training - Aquatic Sampling: Discover the Creatures of North Head of Long Pond

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.

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Families in Nature Program
Aug
14

Families in Nature Program

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!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Kayak Tour of North Head of Long Pond with LLNF and NLWC
Aug
18

Kayak Tour of North Head of Long Pond with LLNF and NLWC

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Aug
19

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk - Sandplain Grassland Biodiversity
Aug
21

Guided Nature Walk - Sandplain Grassland Biodiversity

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!  

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Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Beauty of Fall Wildflowers
Aug
25

Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Beauty of Fall Wildflowers

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.

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Birding Field Trip
Aug
26

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk at LLNF with Sconset Trust
Sep
3

Guided Nature Walk at LLNF with Sconset Trust

‘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.

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Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket Wildflowers!
Sep
4

Guided Nature Walk - Nantucket Wildflowers!

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!  

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Investigating Water Quality
Sep
8

Saltmarsh in Nature Series - Investigating Water Quality

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.

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Ecologist in Training - Bird Banding: Studying Migratory Bird Species
Sep
10

Ecologist in Training - Bird Banding: Studying Migratory Bird Species

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.

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Families in Nature Program
Sep
11

Families in Nature Program

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!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Guided Nature Walk - Climate Change Impacts at LLNF
Sep
18

Guided Nature Walk - Climate Change Impacts at LLNF

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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Springtime Nature Walk at LLNF –with Dr. Sarah Bois
May
8

Springtime Nature Walk at LLNF –with Dr. Sarah Bois

Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Conservation, for a tour of the LLNF property. She’ll showcase LLNF research and restoration in action while looking up down and all around for what’s budding, blooming, flying, and crawling around the trails.

Rambles are free to attend and open to all!  

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Birding Field Trip
May
6

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Apr
29

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Apr
22

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Apr
15

Birding Field Trip

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.

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Nature Ramble: Let's Botanize at LLNF
Apr
12

Nature Ramble: Let's Botanize at LLNF

Join Jacob and Ben from Let’s Botanize on a botanizing walk through LLNF. We will practice careful observation of plants following prompts from their new book. We will discuss plant stories including their morphology, taxonomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution. Get to try out this natural history hobby for plant lovers in this immersive learning experience.

Ben Goulet-Scott, Ph.D. and Jacob S. Suissa, Ph.D., are the co-founders and directors of Let's Botanize, an educational non-profit that promotes the hobby of botanizing by sharing plant stories. Let’s Botanize is promoting the hobby of botanizing by sharing a passion and curiosity for plants.

Rambles are free to attend and open to all!  

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Science Pub - Let's Botanize: 101 Ways to Connect to Plants
Apr
11

Science Pub - Let's Botanize: 101 Ways to Connect to Plants

We’re excited to wrap up the 2026 Science Pub season with an in-person presentation at The Hive! Ben Goulet-Scott, Ph.D. and Jacob S. Suissa, Ph.D., are the co-founders and directors of Let's Botanize, an educational non-profit that promotes the hobby of botanizing by sharing plant stories. Let’s Botanize is promoting the hobby of botanizing by sharing a passion and curiosity for plants.

In their new book, Jacob and Ben aim to provide an entry point into botanizing through a collection of 101 prompts that implore careful observation of plants.

Come learn about their philosophy of the accessible and under-appreciated natural history hobby of botanizing, all while enjoying light bites, refreshments, and community connection!

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Birding Field Trip
Apr
8

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Apr
1

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Restoration and Resilience at LLNF – Nature Walk with Dr. Sarah Bois
Mar
27

Restoration and Resilience at LLNF – Nature Walk with Dr. Sarah Bois

Join Dr. Sarah Bois, Director of Research and Education, for a guided tour of the eastern side of the LLNF property, a section currently closed to the public. She’ll showcase LLNF research and restoration in action, highlight habitat diversity, and give attendees a sneak peak of this gem of a property. We’ll also have great opportunities for viewing ducks on Long Pond.

Rambles are free to attend and open to all!  

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Birding Field Trip
Mar
18

Birding Field Trip

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 8:45 AM at the LLNF office, 110 Eel Point Road, to check in and board our van. The trip will depart promptly at 9AM. Personal transportation to and from LLNF is required to participate.

Please direct any questions to info@llnf.org.

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Birding Field Trip
Feb
18

Birding Field Trip

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.

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Birding Field Trip
Jan
21

Birding Field Trip

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 8:45 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.

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The Secrets of Madaket Ditch – a Tour of One of Nantucket’s Only True Estuaries
Dec
12

The Secrets of Madaket Ditch – a Tour of One of Nantucket’s Only True Estuaries

Joins us as we explore the mysterious connection between Madaket Harbor and Long Pond.

Did you know the Madaket Ditch was dug by hand almost 400 years ago? How, why, and by whom? Dr. Sarah Bois of the Linda Loring Nature Foundation will lead a tour of Long Pond and the Madaket ditch to Madaket harbor on the western end of the island. 

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Birding Field Trip
Dec
10

Birding Field Trip

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 8:45 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.

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The Secrets of Madaket Ditch – a Tour of One of Nantucket’s Only True Estuaries
Nov
22

The Secrets of Madaket Ditch – a Tour of One of Nantucket’s Only True Estuaries

Joins us as we explore the mysterious connection between Madaket Harbor and Long Pond.

Did you know the Madaket Ditch was dug by hand almost 400 years ago? How, why, and by whom? Dr. Sarah Bois of the Linda Loring Nature Foundation will lead a tour of Long Pond and the Madaket ditch to Madaket harbor on the western end of the island. 

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Bird Banding
Nov
20

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

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Bird Banding
Nov
18

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

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Bird Banding
Nov
13

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Nov
12

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Bird Banding
Nov
6

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Bird Banding
Nov
4

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Bird Banding
Oct
30

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Oct
29

Birding Field Trip

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.

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Big Sit Birding
Oct
22

Big Sit Birding

Join Seth Engelbourg and Libby Buck of the Linda Loring Nature Foundation for a birding “Big Sit” event. We will gather at the picnic tables on our office deck to spend a relaxing morning observing all the birds that come to our feeders or fly by.

The focus will be on learning by sitting and observing, making this a great program for beginners and individuals with mobility needs. Light breakfast snacks will also be provided.

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Bird Banding
Oct
21

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Oct
15

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Birding Field Trip
Oct
8

Birding Field Trip

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.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Bird Banding
Oct
7

Bird Banding

Join Master Bander Libby Buck for an immersive experience at our bird banding station here at Linda Loring Nature Foundation. Enjoy an up close view of the bird banding process and get the chance to see migratory birds, songbirds and birds that may be in your back garden. 

Learn about important data collected on migration patterns, breeding, wintering areas, survival rates, and lifespan, and how this information is used for conservation and stewardship. 

Banding is weather dependent. Banding may be canceled at any time with limited notice. Please check your email leading up to the event.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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