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Women on bridge Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
View of the pond at Felix Neck
Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary, Edgartown

What’s Happening at Felix Neck this Summer

July 03, 2025

The days are longer, the sun is shining bright, and we’ve endured our first heat wave—summer is here!

We're buzzing with anticipation for a season filled with adventure, discovery, and connection to nature. Action-packed summer camps, enriching programs for all ages, and peaceful visits allow you to take in the beauty of the sanctuary. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Hot Picks for Summer

Follow the Tide

Three kayakers out on open water

Join our summer Kayak Tours and paddle along Sengekontacket Pond as nesting shorebirds feed and frolic in the waters around you. Or cruise Vineyard Sound on a Marine Discovery Tour, where you’ll explore wildlife up close.

Birdwatching Bliss

Two young adults looking up to the sky

Join the Felix Neck Early Birders for a morning walk through the sanctuary as you search for summertime birds in action. Remember to bring bug spray!

Family Wildlife Adventures

Young children wading in shallow water with nets

Give your kids the chance to grow their independence and sense of adventure at Fern and Feather Nature Camp. Or bring the whole family to wade into the Island’s shallow waters during Seashore Discovery or get up close with creatures at Wildlife Encounters to uncover what makes reptiles and birds unique. 

Visit the Sanctuary

Pond clearing as seen from a trail

Felix Neck Wildlife Sanctuary offers miles of scenic trails winding through woodlands, meadows, ponds, salt marshes, and along the stunning shorelines of Sengekontacket Pond—inviting exploration, sparking discovery, and fostering a deep connection to this remarkable natural landscape.

Make a Difference

Person planting a young tree sapling in dirt

Whether you’re a lifelong nature enthusiast or just beginning your journey, Felix Neck welcomes you. Our volunteers play a vital role—monitoring birds, greeting visitors, and connecting our sanctuary to the local community.

Race Through Nature

Child running in the Foot it for Felix race

Lace up for the Foot it for Felix 5K on Saturday, August 30, and run or walk through the sanctuary’s scenic trails, goldenrod fields, and pine-covered paths. Hear Prairie Warblers, Red-winged Blackbirds, and more along the way. A special ¼-mile free fun run invites kids to join the adventure. All proceeds support wildlife protection, education, and conservation.