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.
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Poucha Pond Reservation
Posted 10/19/26
The highlighted trail (red) on the map appearing [here] is closed for several weeks while the land bank crew replaces the boardwalk. Hikers looking to connect to and from the Wasque Reservation…
Shotgun Sign up opens October 5
Posted 9/30/26
Shotgun sign up will be available on the hunting page from October 5, 2026, through November 13, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Disposition of Surplus Items
Posted 9/29/26
The land bank is disposing of several items. The invitation for sealed bids may be viewed here.
Public Input Session
Posted 9/3/26
The land bank will conduct a public input session in order to solicit comment on future land acquisition priorities and any other matters that the public may wish to discuss.Please join the land bank…
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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.