Dodgers Hole is more than a nifty address. It’s a kettle pond situated in Edgartown just west of Majors Cove on Sengekontacket Pond. But what is a kettle pond, you ask?

In not-so-modern times, as in thousands and thousands of years ago, there once was a glacier. A piece fell away and this particular chip off the old block buried itself in Edgartown, melting into a nice round pond, where it eventually became one of Elizabeth Bowie Hough’s favorite spots, as well as a fine place to listen for pinkletinks in spring.

Ancestors tell us the name itself may have more than one origin. Here are two.

Back when horses and wagons traversed the Island’s dirt roads, Dodgers Hole was as muddy as they came. Best to “dodge” the mud rather than find yourself and your horse, too, sinking knee deep while admiring the still waters.

Or, if you prefer a little bite to your anecdotes, try this one on for size. Old accounts say Dodgers Hole was home to more than a few snapping turtles. Little boys learned to “dodge” them rather than meet them eye-to-eye while swimming in this snappy hangout.

But any way you look at it, Dodgers Hole is a fine place to be.