The land bank is a rare breed. Neither a sanctuary program nor a park system, it is a middle ground where the highest virtues of conservation can be realized: public enjoyment of nature, where limits and restraint secure the natural world’s future and prosperity. Learn more about the land bank…
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Reminder about Commercial Use
Posted 7/16/25
Commercial use of any land bank property is prohibited. A commercial use occurs when any money changes hands. Anyone with questions should telephone the land bank office at 508-627-7141.
Livestock Grazing Program
Posted 7/1/25
Randall cattle have arrived, replacing the land bank’s superannuated goat herd. The goal remains the same: the preservation and enhancement of the institution’s grasslands, which are otherwise liable…
Land Bank 2024 Annual Report
Posted 2/6/25
The land bank 2024 annual report is now available. You can view it under Notices and Documents, or click here.
Attention: Dog walkers
Posted 2/6/25
The all-island boards of health are recommending that all dogs be leashed and that pets not be allowed to encounter birds or other animals that appear sick or dead. Do not handle sick or dead birds…
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TrailsMV App
TrailsMV™ is a free app created by Sheriff’s Meadow Foundation and is the official guide to all of the public trails on Martha’s Vineyard.
Processing a Transaction
The land bank collects a fee on the island’s real estate transactions to fund land conservation and stewardship on the island. Land bank forms are available for download and printing.