Martha's Vineyard in Spring: The Complete April and May Guide (2026)
Plan your spring trip to Martha's Vineyard. What's open in April and May, where to eat, spring fishing, birding, ferry schedules, and 50-80% hotel savings.
Nature Guide · Martha’s Vineyard
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Sanctuaries, shorebirds, and quiet trails island-wide
- Cedar Tree Neck Sanctuary
- Coastal wildlife and birding
- Forest trails and refuges
Nature and wildlife on Martha's Vineyard: tick safety, poison ivy identification, bird watching, and outdoor safety guides.
Poison Ivy on Martha's Vineyard: Complete ID and Safety Guide
Guide to identifying and avoiding poison ivy on Martha's Vineyard. Recognition tips, treatment options, and safety measures for island trail visitors.
Complete Guide to Tick Safety on Martha's Vineyard: Prevention, Identification and Removal
Updated for 2026: Martha's Vineyard tick safety. Four species now including the Asian longhorned tick, 2025 alpha-gal figures, the island's new tick clinics, prevention, removal, and the latest Lyme vaccine news.
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