Pond Stories: Reflections on Dean’s Pond

Pond Stories: Reflections on Dean’s Pond

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...
Pond Stories: Memories on Eagle Pond, Cotuit

Pond Stories: Memories on Eagle Pond, Cotuit

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...
Pond Stories: The Mystery Pond Plants

Pond Stories: The Mystery Pond Plants

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...
Pond Stories: Long Pond Musings

Pond Stories: Long Pond Musings

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...