Private Organizations Town of Nantucket: Private Organizations
MARIA MITCHELL ASSOCIATION 4 Vestal Street Nantucket, MA 02554 PHONE: (508) 228-9198 FAX: (508) 228-1031 E-MAIL: rrasfeld@mmo.org WWW: http://www.mmo.org/ CONTACT: Rachel Rasfeld, Public Relations and Event Coordinator HOURS: The Maria Mitchell Association has established a science center for both education and research through its library, museums, collection and observatories. Cooperates with schools to educate children about the natural history of the island, and with other conservation organizations on the island to preserve and protect the fragile environment. PUBLICATIONS: E-Comet, an online newsletter with free subscription that highlights research, programs, and activities of the MMA. To subscribe, e-mail info@mmo.org. OTHER INFORMATION: Field trips, call for times and prices (private field trips available by appointment). SPECIAL PROGRAMS: Natural science museum; historic Mitchell House; year-round adult classes; aquarium; herbarium; children's classes; summer lectures; and field trips for birding, natural history, and wildflowers. Observatory open nights for astronomical viewing, year round. KEYWORDS: Nantucket, museums, aquarium, herbarium, education, field trips, natural history, wildflowers, observatory, classes for children, conservation, environment, historic archives NANTUCKET CONSERVATION FOUNDATION, INC. 118 Cliff Road P.O. Box 13 Nantucket, MA 02554 PHONE: (508) 228-2884 FAX: (508) 228-5528 E-MAIL: WWW: http://www.nantucketconservation.org CONTACTS: HOURS: 9:00 - 5:00 Mon-Fri The Foundation's objectives are to preserve and protect places of natural and historic value on Nantucket; to acquire land by gift, purchase, or conservation restriction; to encourage the study of plants and wildlife; and to manage and protect the rare and unique natural features found on its properties. The Foundation has acquired approximately 29 percent (8,700 acres) of Nantucket's land area to date, including beaches, marshes, bogs, shrublands, ponds, grasslands, and heathlands. PUBLICATIONS: Provides educational materials about the natural and cultural history of its properties. Maps of holdings available ($4). OTHER INFORMATION: Annual membership: $25 and up. SPECIAL PROGRAMS: Conducts scientific research and provides internship opportunities. KEYWORDS: Biology, birds, internships, shorebird management, coastal ponds, conservation, educational services for general public, land conservation, land trusts, natural habitats, natural history, wetlands, wildlife, habitat restoration.
NANTUCKET LAND COUNCIL 6 Ash Lane P.O. Box 502 Nantucket, MA 02554 PHONE: (508) 228-2818 FAX: (508) 228-6456 E-MAIL: http://www.nantucketlandcouncil.org/ CONTACTS: The NLC is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit dedicated to protecting Nantucket’s natural world and rural character by holding and enforcing conservation restrictions, commissioning scientific research, monitoring development proposals, engaging in legal proceedings to protect natural resources, and educating the public on local environmental issues PUBLICATIONS: Provides educational materials, water quality reports and maps OTHER INFORMATION: Annual membership: $10 and up. SPECIAL PROGRAMS: Conducts nature walks, special events, educational grants Town Departments Town of Nantucket: Town Departments
Town of Nantucket Conservation Commission Town Annex Building 37 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 PHONE: (508) 228-7230 FAX: (508) 228-7232 E-MAIL: droggeveen@nantucket-ma.gov WWW: http://www.nantucket-ma.gov/ CONTACTS: HOURS: 7:30-3:00 M-F The Commission enforces and permits work and activities within 100 feet of coastal and inland wetlands under the State Wetland Protection Act and the Local Wetland By-Law; manages open space and advises other town agencies on resource protection. Available publications include the Town By-Law and Local Regulations. Applications fees range from $15-$1,000 depending on project. KEYWORDS: Agriculture, Aquaculture, Birds, Coastal Management and Planning, Coastal Ponds, Coastal Recreation, Commercial Fisheries, Conservation, Educational Services for General Public, Erosion, Geology, Land Conservation, Nantucket, Natural Habitats, Natural History, Recreational Fisheries, Regulatory Enforcement and Information, Water Quality, Water Pollution, Water Resources, Wetlands, Wildlife Town of Nantucket Marine and Coastal Resource Department 34 Washington Street Nantucket, MA 02554 PHONE: (508) 228-7261 FAX: (508) 325-5388 E-MAIL: marine@town.nantucket.net WWW: http://www.nantucket-ma.gov/ CONTACTS: HOURS: 8:00-4:00 Monday-Friday The Department has five major areas of responsibility (harbor management, law enforcement, water quality, beach-pond management, and support maintenance). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, beach and pond management to protect endangered species and enhance fisheries; shellfish management and propagation; environmental monitoring and planning; enforcement of Federal No-Discharge Zone; safety/boating regulations; performing search/rescue operations, oil spill response; and maintain/deploy navigational aids. Publications available include a guide to shellfishing in Massachusetts; tide charts; catch reports; piping plover and least tern pamphlets; "Wharves and Waterways, Town" (Chapter 137). KEYWORDS: Biology, Coastal Management and Planning, Coastal Ponds, Commercial Fisheries, Lobster Fisheries, Oil Spills, Nantucket, Recreational Fisheries, Red Tide, Regulatory Enforcement and Information, Shellfisheries, Water Quality, Water Pollution, Water Resources Schools Town of Nantucket: Schools
Cyrus Peirce School (Public) 10 Surfside Road, Nantucket, MA 02554 (508) 228-7283, Ext. 1210 (508) 825-7518-FAX E-MAIL: rouillardj@nps.k12.ma.us WWW: http://www.npsk.org Principal (interim): Barbara White Librarian: Joan Rouillard Science Dept. Coord.: Patricia Haley Nantucket Elementary School (Public) Nantucket High School (Public) Nantucket New School (Private) Last updated: January 9, 2013 | |||||||||||||
Woods Hole Sea Grant • 193 Oyster Pond Road, MS#2, Woods Hole, MA 02543 • (508) 289-2665 • seagrant@whoi.edu |
