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After finding a dead bat that wasn't typically found on Nantucket, researchers began monitoring the island’s bat population. They discovered that this federally threatened bat species wasn't so rare on Nantucket after all. 

Even with the snow cover, it is hard not to notice the birds beginning to sing, the day lengthening, and spirits rising as we look to spring. Nature, it seems, is still the best medicine.

The Bird Way by Jennifer Ackerman has taken over the number one spot on my list and is now my go-to recommendation for the best book about birds I've ever read. In it, Ackerman explores "how birds talk, work, play, parent, and think."

As we come to the end of 2020 and send our teachers off for a much-needed holiday break, we reflect on the amazing courage, adaptability, and commitment of our Fern & Feather Preschool staff, students, and families since the program first opened its doors 15 months ago.

We're beyond thrilled to announce that Felix Neck opened Mass Audubon's fifth nature preschool on September 3!

After finding a dead bat that wasn't typically found on Nantucket, researchers began monitoring the island’s bat population. They discovered that this federally threatened bat species wasn't so rare on Nantucket after all.