Nomans Land Island National Wildlife Refuge is a 640 acre island off the coast of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. Portions of the island have been
managed by the Service since 1970, when
the island was owned by the U.S. Navy.
The Navy transferred ownership of the
island to the Service in 1997. This island is
closed to the public.
We have developed a virtual tour that provides the public with
the opportunity to “visit” the refuge by
viewing short video segments. The tour
provides information about the island, its
history, habitat, and management. It can
be found here.
“This is an exciting opportunity for us to
use new technologies to give the public a
chance to experience the National Wildlife
Refuge System any time of the year from
any location, “ said Elizabeth Herland,
manager of Nomans Land Island NWR.
“People will be able to see and learn about
an area that is inaccessible because of
safety and wildlife concerns.”
Part of a Complex
Nomans Land Island is one of eight refuges within the Eastern Massachusetts NWR Complex. The refuge management and administration office is located at the Complex Headquarters at 73 Weir Hill Road, Sudbury, Massachusetts, 01776. For more information about future management of Nomans Land Island NWR, contact the Refuge Manager at (978)-443-4661 or check here for further updates.
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