Land Bank Auctions Off Goat Herd

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank goat herd will be sold off for $10 a head this week after the herd became plagued with parasitic worms. 

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Neighbors Worry About Plan to Restore Edgartown Ancient Way

The town is seeking to improve public access to Swimming Place Path, a nearly 350-year-old trail that connects Herring Creek Road and the Road to the Plains. The ancient way was first recorded in Edgartown records in 1675.

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Goat Herd Hit By Parasitic Worms to be Auctioned Off

The Land Bank has seen an increase in deaths among the herd, partially due to the goats getting older and the fact that the worms are becoming resistant to dewormer.

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New Preserve Brings More Access to Lambert's Cove

The 13-acre James Pond Preserve includes a half-mile trail loop, pond access, ample vegetation and access to 650 feet of white sand beach flanking Lambert’s Cove.

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Still Hiking, After All These Years

I have participated in the Cross-Island Hike at least 15 times, but at 77 years old, at the end of each year’s hike I mutter: “This will be my last one.”

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Land Bank Hires New Goat Herder

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank has hired Mississippi based farmer Winston Bell as the new manager of the organization’s goat grazing program, according to land bank ecologist Julie Russell.

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Land Bank Opens James Pond Preserve

James Pond Preserve, a 13-acre parcel next to Lambert’s Cove beach in West Tisbury, opened last weekend after a long delay due to a state review process.

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Squibnocket Pond Reservation Opening Delayed

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank does not expect to fully open the Squibnocket Pond Reservation until 2025 due to the long permitting process. 

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Land Bank Insurance Premiums See Big Jump

The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank is facing a significant rise in insurance premiums this year, despite a reduction in coverage.

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Land Bank Sought Preservation in 2023

Preservation efforts at Flat Point Farm topped the list of activities for the Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank in 2023, followed by partnerships in affordable housing.

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