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.
A part of Restoration is Re-story-ation. Robin Wall Kimmerer invites us to rewrite our stories about our relationship with earth 🌍. #grateful #earth #relationship #story #marthavineyard #restoration #robinwallkimmerer #braidingsweetgrass Thank you @featherstonecenterforthearts 🙏 #sun #sunset #light #august
The Edgartown Board of Health (BOH) has issued an MV CYANO WATCH for Edgartown Great Pond due to elevated concentrations of cyanobacteria. During a WATCH the BOH advises against 🛑 having 🐕 dogs, other pets, and livestock come in contact with pond water, 🥤 drinking pond water, 🎣fishing or consuming seafood from the pond. During a WATCH the BOH suggests using caution ⚠️ when swimming, paddling, or wading in the water. #greatpondfoundation #mvcyano #edgartown #oakbluffs #vineyardhaven #westtisbury #chilmark #aquinnah #summer #august
#marthasvineyard #mvy #mv #capeandislands #cyanobacteria #map
The Chilmark Board of Health has issued an MV CYANO Bloom ADVISORY for portions of Squibnocket Pond. The elevated concentrations of cyanobacteria in the pond triggered this ADVISORY. Samples are being sent for cyanotoxin analysis. For the most up to date information, please visit the MV CYANO webpage. #greatpondfoundation #mvcyano #advisory #cyanobacteria #bloom #hab #harmfulalgalbloom #squibnocket #squibnocketpond #marthasvineyard #mvy #mv #capeandislands #atlanticocean #barrierbeach #atlanticocean #beach #beachseine #edgartown #oakbluffs #vineyardhaven #westtisbury #chilmark #aquinnah #summer #august
Thanks to all those who gathered this morning in celebration of pond life! A lot of our time is spent on the water, protecting what lives within it. Our beach seine collected 🐠, 🦀s, and🪼— a glimpse of the biodiversity in its depths. Thanks for helping us cultivate the resilience of our coastal ponds. Love, GPF #greatpondfoundation #edgartowngreatpond #edgartown #marthasvineyard #capeandislands #outreach #community #pondlife #saturday #getoutside #nature #biodiversity #net #seine #beachseine #beach #ocean
MV CYANO maps are updated weekly beaded on data collected by Great Pond Foundation and interpreted by Island Boards of Health. Water is vital to our Island community and these maps provide information so that we can all make informed decisions and enjoy our time on the water. #mvcyano #greatpondfoundation #marthasvineyard #cyanobacteria #stayinformed #oakbluffs #edgartown #tisbury #vineyardhaven #westtisbury #chilmark #aquinnah #mv #mvy #capeandislands #map #pond #waterquality #publichealth #water
🚣♀️Saturday Event, Annual Report, Cut Update, NGI, Congrats David! You're invited to a Summer Seine this Saturday, August 12th, 9:30-11:30 am at The Cut of Edgartown Great Pond. Plus, check out all the summer news in our summer newsletter and on our website. #greatpondfoundation #edgartowngreatpond #marthasvineyard #mvy #mv #capeandislands #atlanticocean #barrierbeach #atlanticocean #beach #beachseine #edgartown #oakbluffs #vineyardhaven #westtisbury #chilmark #aquinnah #outreach #familyactivity #summer #august
What a magical evening watching the Sturgeon Moon 🌝 (August full moon) rise above Edgartown Great Pond! Thank you for gathering in celebration of the Pond and its natural beauty. Also a shout out to the ctenophores (comb jellies) who bioluminescenced right on cue. #greatpondfoundation #edgartowngreatpond #edgartown #marthasvineyard #oakbluffs #capeandislands #tisbury #vineyardhaven #chilmark #westtisbury #aquinnah #moon #fullmoon #sunset #sturgeonmoon #sunset #reflection #water #nightlife #clouds #sky #mv #mvy #august #newengland #magic #horizon #kayak @nenedave
Thank you to the our Island pond community for joining us today at Little Bridge for our annual beach seine 🌊🐡🐟 event brought to you by Friends of Sengekontacket, GPF, and Island Spirit Kayak. Seeing the life in our ponds is one of the best ways to understand their natural magnificence and importance. Our waters are literally teaming with life! Our work as a foundation is to try to keep them that way; thriving and resilient. This is one of our favorite days of the year and it brought us such joy to see families returning for a 2nd and 3rd year. Thank you 🙏 Martha’s Vineyard for collectively caring for our ponds. Love, GPF #greatpondfoundation #grateful #senge #sengekontacketpond #friendsofsengekontacket #islandspiritkayak @islandspiritkayak @marthasvineyardcf #marthasvineyard #mv #mvy #marthasvineyardlife #island #community #islandlife #beach #ocean #water #fish #crab #sand #net #seine #westtisbury #summer #july #family #edgartown #oakbluffs #aquinnah #chilmark #vineyardhaven
