Mars, Jupiter and Leonid Meteor Shower
A lot going on in the coming week, take a look outside in the early morning sky before dawn.
Staying Vigilant to Stop Lanternfly Spread
As the invasive spotted lanternfly continues to spread across the Northeast, officials are looking to keep tabs on the Island to stop any infestation before it begins.
Historic Needlepoint Rug Returns to Felix Neck
A few weeks ago, a needlepoint rug auctioned off in 1976 to benefit Felix Neck returned to the nature organization.
Sheriff’s Meadow Receives Its Largest Land Acquisition
This week, the Vineyard Open Land Foundation gifted 335 acres of land to the Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation in what marks the largest conservation land acquisition in the organization’s history.
Seeking Clues About Bat Behavior
Scientists at BiodiversityWorks are trying to track the flight patterns of Northern long-eared bats, which have been devastated by disease.
Keeping Conservation at the Forefront for Island Adventures
The Vineyard Conservation Society’s Island Adventure Book hit local bookstores recently, offering children and families a guide to exploring and caring for Martha’s Vineyard.
Scientists Study Erosion at Aquinnah Cliffs
The annual Coastal Conference highlighted work at the Gay Head Cliffs and other research going on around the Vineyard.
Tide Chart
Columns
All Outdoors
Breadcrumb Sponge
It is a lot to absorb. The breadcrumb sponge is simultaneously simple and complicated.
Vineyard Skies
Venus and Crescent Moon
There is a slight chance you might start to see Venus low in the southeastern sky before sunrise as it makes its way into our morning sky.
Vineyard Gardener
Lovely Lilacs
Last weekend’s rain set everything right in garden world. I was beginning to get into some serious fretting.
Bird News
Winterish
As October has rolled over into November, the bird life we are seeing now is looking more like wintertime.