THE GREAT OUTDOORS
NATURAL BEAUTY is one of Martha’s Vineyard’s main attractions, and the offseason is a great time to explore the Island’s diverse landscapes. There are more than 100 trails, most of which are family friendly. (Some do not allow dogs.) Be aware that ticks are abundant in grassy and woodsy areas until winter arrives; use tick spray and check for ticks after walking. For more information on trails, visit mvlandbank.com, thetrustees. org or sheriffsmeadow.org (where information on the free TrailsMV app is available). NATURE THE FARM INSTITUTE
14 Aero Avenue, Edgartown. This working farm near South Beach offers educational programs for all ages. Learn about sustainable agriculture and livestock management while visiting with cows, chickens, goats, sheep and pigs. Or take a class in the FARM's kitchen. 508-627-7007, thetrustees.org/tfi.
THE POLLY HILL ARBORETUM
809 State Road, West Tisbury. Discover the range of trees and plants that can be grown successfully on Martha’s Vineyard. The grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset (except on Wednesdays). The Visitor Center is open 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (excluding Wednesdays) through mid-October. $5: Adults; Free: Children. 508-693-9426, pollyhillarboretum.org.
FELIX NECK WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
100 Felix Neck Drive, Edgartown. A Massachusetts Audubon property, Felix Neck’s four miles of trails provide explorations of the surrounding woodlands, meadows, pond, salt marsh and barrier beach. $4: Adults; $3: Seniors & Children. Currently the trails, restrooms, and nature center are all open. 508-627-4850, massaudubon.org/felixneck.
ISLAND ALPACA
1 Head of the Pond Road, Oak Bluffs. Island Alpaca is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the herd of alpacas in the front paddock adjacent to the parking lot, then head into the farm store for some shopping. $5: Person. 508-693-5554, islandalpaca.com.
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Welcome To Martha's Vineyard
