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Six Walks: In the Footsteps of Henry David Thoreau
Six Walks: In the Footsteps of Henry David Thoreau
Illustrated talk by Ben Shattuck about his journey to retrace Thoreau’s path through the Cape’s outer beaches, from the elbow to Provincetown’s fingertip. Q&A and Book signing to follow.
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Water Birds
Water Birds
FAMILY PROGRAM. Learn about the specialized beaks, feet and feathers of birds adapted to living in and around the water. In-person at Museum. Attendee numbers are limited so advance registration is required.
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The Napatree Point Conservation Area: Past, Present & Future
The Napatree Point Conservation Area: Past, Present & Future
Illustrated talk by Peter V. August and Grant G. Simmons III, The Watch Hill Conservancy. Stewardship of the 86-acre preserve is an ever-changing challenge. We will review the scientific monitoring we are doing at present to guide our future stewardship and management programs.
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All About Owls
All About Owls
FAMILY PROGRAM. Meet a live owl as you learn more about their unique adaptations and nocturnal habits. In-person at Museum. Attendee numbers are limited so advance registration is required.
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Seagrass and Society – Underwater Plants as a Critical Resource
Seagrass and Society – Underwater Plants as a Critical Resource
Illustrated talk by Jamie Vaudrey, Ph.D. on Seagrass, the ribbon-like plant found rooted underwater along Fishers Island’s coasts that is a vital and vibrant resource for both marine animals and humans.
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Awesome Amphibians
Awesome Amphibians
FAMILY PROGRAM. Meet native frogs and salamanders and discover the amazing adaptations that these amphibians have. In-person at Museum. Attendee numbers are limited so advance registration is required.
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WATER: The History of Fishers Island’s Supply, Use and Distribution Systems
WATER: The History of Fishers Island’s Supply, Use and Distribution Systems
This illustrated talk by HLFM Director Pierce Rafferty will examine our island’s water sources and chronicle the evolution of our critical water system infrastructure beginning in the 1890s to today. In-person and virtual.
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Crustaceans: On Land and Sea
Crustaceans: On Land and Sea
FAMILY PROGRAM. New England’s coastline is home to countless species of crustaceans, but these armored creatures are not confined to the ocean. Many live in our forests and freshwater habitats! In-person at Museum. Attendee numbers are limited so advance registration is required.
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Birds In Winter: Surviving The Most Challenging Season
Birds In Winter: Surviving The Most Challenging Season
Virtual and in-person illustrated talk by Roger Pasquier. Learn why we should think about birds in winter during August. Here on Fishers Island and throughout the Northern Hemisphere many birds are already preparing for the most challenging season of the year.
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Construction Zone: Beavers at Work
Construction Zone: Beavers at Work
FAMILY PROGRAM. Beavers are always secretly at work somewhere nearby building their own habitat and building habitat for many other animals in the process. In-person at Museum. Attendee numbers are limited so advance registration is required.
