To cultivate the resilience of our coastal pond ecosystems through science, collaboration, and education.
About Us
Established in 1998, Great Pond Foundation leads in estuary science and restoration, using data generated by our programs for informed pond management. Our team builds strong partnerships with neighbors; fostering learning and expertise; and sharing tools and techniques. The coastal ponds of Martha’s Vineyard are globally rare, ecologically fragile, treasures whose preservation and restoration are fundamental to the Island’s long-term sustainability. The Island depends on clean and healthy coastal waters to feed families and support the local economy. These living waters define both the spirit and the character of our community.
No matter how busy your day is, we hope you have time to soak in this beautiful #October ☀️ #sunshine. The pond water is clear, the wind is still, and the air is warm and dry. Our team is winding down our field season and preparing for the offseason of data 📊 analysis and report writing ✍️. Stay tuned, we have lots to share. #greatpondfoundation #marthasvineyard #edgartowngreatpond #water #clouds #sky #pond #driftwood #shore #sand #getoutside #offseason #fall
September, ahhhhhh. How are you spending your afternoon? We hope it is on the pond. Love, Great Pond Foundation 💕🌊🍃💨#greatpondfoundation #marthasvineyard #edgartown #summer #edgartowngreatpond #water #september #islandlife #newengland #getoutside #outdoors #greatpond #capeandislands #englishspringerspaniel #dogsofinstagram #luckydog #dog #afternoon #afternoonwalk
Our ponds are struggling! How do we fix them? Dr. Javier Lloret of Marine Biological Laboratory will discuss the results of a multi-year study identifying the nitrogen pollution sources of Edgartown Great Pond and Chilmark Pond. Finding the problem is the first step towards remediation. Please join us! 10:30-11:30 am
Friday, August 23rd, 2024. Link 🔗 in bio 👆🏽#marthasvineyard #nitrogen #greatpondfoundation #chilmarkpondfoundation #chilmarkpond #edgartown #edgartowngreatpond #chilmark #presentation #science #august #greatpond #greatponds
Visit our website for the latest news including: 🌊☀️EGP Summer Cut Update, Nitrogen Presentation, Beach Clean Up🚮! Zoom link included for Dr, Javier Llorets presentation. You won't want to miss it! Link in bio 👆
#greatpondfoundation #nitrogen #PondSustainability #sciene #pond #summercut
This week’s MV CYANO maps are posted. Thanks 🙏 to all those who make this program possible including the Island Boards of Health, Chilmark Pond Foundation, the Edey Foundation, Martha’s Vineyard Bank, and you, our #community. #greatpondfoundation #grateful #islandlife #marthasvineyard #cyanobacteria #mvcyano #edgartown #oakbluffs #tisbury #vineyard #vineyardhaven #chilmark #westtisbury #aquinnah #water #pond #august #isitsafetogointhewater #summer #newengland #capeandislands #tisburygreatpond #edgartowngreatpond #chilmarkpond @chilmarkpondfoundation
Good news for #EdgartownGreatPond with #cyanobacteria 🦠levels dropping to ALERT 🟡 status per the #Edgartown Board of Health. This means that water 💧 quality has improved as a result of the cut and the #tidal flushing of the pond. Time to swim 🏊♀️, sail⛵️, and paddle 🚣! For more information visit the MV CYANO page on our website. Link in bio 👆🏽#greatpondfoundation #mvcyano #grateful #august #water #waterquality #summer #marthasvineyard #beach #ocean #atlanticocean #massachusettsoutdoors #massachusetts
