Article Written by Grace Vachon What Makes a Plant Species Invasive? Ivy winding up the trunk of a tree is a common and pleasant sight here on Cape Cod. However, what you may not know is that this ivy is…
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[reprinted from our Summer 2022 newsletter, in honor of Rachel Carson’s birthday, May 27, 1907.] Rachel Carson was a writer, scientist and ecologist, perhaps best known for her 1962 book Silent Spring, which inspired the modern environmental movement. Her background…
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Article Written by Grace Vachon A large puddle of water in the middle of the forest might not seem like much, but if you take a minute, sit quietly, and watch; you will notice that this seemingly unremarkable puddle is…
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The Osprey are back! Carson (possibly) was spotted on March 17th. He returned from a long trip that began in South America and ended in Cape Cod. Did you know that Osprey can travel thousands of miles during a…
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Over the Winter, while we may not be working outdoors, we don’t take much time off! Instead, we’ve been busy planning programs and events, and working towards furthering our goals for the upcoming year. Don’t miss our latest FMNWR Newsletter,…
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Mammals, mammals, mammals! They are so cool! Many mammal species can be found within the refuge, so keep your eyes peeled when you are out and about on the trails. What makes a mammal a mammal, you may ask? Well,…
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The Friends of Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge are proud to have been part of a private-public partnership that restored the Upper Childs River, a massive undertaking led by the Falmouth Rod & Gun Club, and the Sporting, Safety, Conservation, and…
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Hello Refuge Friends! We’re excited to send out our Winter 2022 Newsletter! The latest edition is full of news and other valuable information you won’t want to miss! It highlights some of our major accomplishments over the past several months,…
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“It is habitat with vigorously growing grasses, forbs, shrubs and trees which provide excellent food and cover for wildlife but need disturbance to be maintained,” according to the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service.
2019 was a big year for the Friends, Mashpee Refuge and Refuge Partners… Our new brochure provides an overview of the Refuge, our Partners, and the essential efforts of the Friends of the Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge. Join today and…
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