by Kristin Andres | Aug 1, 2022 | Pond Stories
Coastal plain ponds are ecologically unique and a globally rare habitat. We have coastal plain ponds here on Cape Cod, proving once again that we live in a very special place. The Cape’s freshwater ponds are connected to groundwater, which is recharged by the rain and...
by APCC | Jul 18, 2022 | Pond Stories
By Ann Zmudsky Within the heart of the Popponesset beach community, there exists a freshwater treasure, Deans Pond. This sparkling beauty graces the natural surroundings of a family-oriented community. The pond boasts some fame among locals for being one of the few...
by APCC | Jul 6, 2022 | Pond Stories
By Phil Odence I was just old enough to read and inquire about the somewhat crude sign that, among other restrictions, instructed, “No Fishing.” With poles in hand, my uncle and I strode right past. He explained that we had permission from Otis Barton. Uncle Gates...
by APCC | Jul 1, 2022 | Pond Stories
by Susan Baur Several years ago, Falmouth residents who swam in local ponds began to notice a small army of feathery weeds moving in. At first, they were novelties. One popped small white flowers above the pond surface in August. Another created underwater patches of...
by APCC | Jun 6, 2022 | Pond Stories
By Steve Waller I cherish the calm days when I can get out on Long Pond in Centerville in the canoe while the sun is high. I can see the fish and bottom vegetation very well, down ten feet or more. Paddling along in the springtime, I see lots of six-inch bass, often...
by APCC | May 31, 2022 | Pond Stories
By Susan Baur (See more stories by Susan here.) At the beginning of May, I took an unusually early swim using a new 5 mm wet suit with a hood. The pond stretched out before me like a piece of wide wale corduroy with line after parallel line of little waves running...