The Linda Loring Nature Foundation (LLNF) is dedicated to preserving and protecting Nantucket’s biologically diverse ecosystems. The Foundation’s property, a living laboratory for research and education, advances broad community support for environmental understanding...

In an effort to reduce single use plastic in our environment the Maria Mitchell Association collaborated with the Town of Nantucket to invite visitors and residents of the Cape & Islands to take a pledge not to use plastic straws. For more details or to take the...

This project at MA Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary was completed and a "ribbon" cutting was held as part of CARE for the Cape & Islands Day, May 10th. Located in historic Cummaquid Village of Barnstable, this project will directly affect visitors’...

Cape Cod Collaborative Arts Network (CapeCodCAN), an organization providing inclusive programs in the performing and visual arts for teens and adults of all abilities, unveiled an original public art installation at the Barnstable Municipal Airport on Tuesday,...

The Center for Coastal Studies which has been studying whales and their habitats on Cape Cod for nearly four decades is supporting the creation of a mini whale trail on Cape Cod similar to one out West. The Center routinely leads education walks during the spring...

Once the home of the Pawkannawkut Indians of South Yarmouth, part of the Wamponoag Indian Federation, the Bass River Village contains more than 50 structures built before 1900 centered around the Bass River Historic District. Stroll down Old Main Street to admire...

The Museum has expanded their successful honeybee program by planting a butterfly garden and building a butterfly house. Visitors can view native plant species that encourage native pollinators, including butterflies, bees and hummingbirds.The garden’s Pollinator Path...

In partnership with the Friends of Cape Cod National Seashore, a refillable water filling station has been installed outside adjacent to the restrooms at Salt Pond Visitor Center. Located just off of Route 6 in Eastham this is a busy center that welcomes millions of...

This project encompasses research, design, and production of a map that documents the location of Hyannis Sea Captains’ homes, unique specimen trees, and relative historic highlights within this Nationally Registered Pleasant Street and School Street neighborhood in...

For this project, the Waquoit Bay Reserve will partner with the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe, a federally recognized tribe with ancestral homelands located both within and adjacent to the Reserve. The project will improve and enhance an existing outdoor wetu exhibit at the...

Educating our youth regarding the issues of plastic and other debris on our beaches and in our water. This project included guided beach cleanups, that explained what to look for and how to prevent pollution. Each item collected was recorded and used in research by...

              This useful guide is available along the Shining Sea Bikeway and Falmouth Visitor Center. It offers a map of the route, points of interest along the way, bike etiquette, safety tips and...

Cape Abilities has been helping people with disabilities for many years and recently they received a boost from CARE for the Cape. With the help of a grant from the non-profit, Cape Abilities was able to continue their Farm Tour Project. This project helps employees...

Now visitors have another opportunity to save water and refill their water bottles while visiting the Cape Cod National Seashore, located at Highland Light. Check out how much water has been saved as you use it!

Cape Cod National Seashore was supported for the second year in a row. Funding was used to produce a video highlighting CCNS “green” practices,  and demonstrating simple steps that visitors can take to help lessen their impact both in the park and at home. The video...

Cape Abilities serves and empowers people with disabilities. As part of their farm expansion, this project included the design and launch of a new program to conduct regular tours of the greenhouses and farm operation, training farm employees to work as tour guides.