Cape Cod’s most scenic ride starts here. The 10.7-mile Shining Sea Bikeway takes you from North Falmouth to Woods Hole through forests, farms, charming seaside villages, and a breathtaking final stretch along the beach with views of Martha's Vineyard. bit.ly/42Vp5SD

Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend, Commissioner Nicole LaChapelle along with members of the Massachusetts State & Environmental Police announced the opening of state waterfronts this Saturday. Learn more about waterfront safety precautions before you hit the waves this summer! bit.ly/49eNO83

Please read and share to help save a life... #RipCurrentSurvival

Check out CZM’s Flickr Photo Gallery, which includes hundreds of photos of the Massachusetts coast to explore, all available for public use: www.flickr.com/photos/massc...

Georges Island is open to visitors again! The water main is fixed and the island is ready for the summer season. Ferry service starts tomorrow, Friday May 15! Check the link in for details! bit.ly/3Ra1082

Ellisville Harbor State Park was featured on @chronicle5.bsky.social this week! Learn more about the park’s rich Wampanoag history, its coastal landscape, and how tens of thousands of visitors annually continue to enjoy this special place today. bit.ly/4wrEwPX

It’s almost here! This year’s Growing Wild for Pollinators big giveaway is May 29th! Find a participating nursery near you and pick up a FREE pair of pollinator friendly native plants and a packet of wildflower seeds! Check the link for details! bit.ly/4u68Ii9

A big thanks to every one who has participated in a Park Serve Day event so far this year, especially the big day last Saturday! But there’s still more to come! Check the link for details on events you can participate in soon! bit.ly/3OG10f4

Looking to transform your lawn into a low-maintenance meadow? Check out the step-by-step photos and instructions in this new blog post from CZM, Demonstration Project - Planting a Meadow Buffer Near a Salt Marsh: www.mass.gov/info-details...

Summer is coming! And while the urge to make your lawn look its best is strong, be sure to fertilize in a way that doesn’t impact and pollute your local watershed! Check the link in our bio to learn more about lawns and landscapes in your watershed! bit.ly/3UdgPtF

The May 2026 edition of CZ-Mail, CZM's monthly email newsletter, is now available. www.mass.gov/info-details...

Wrap up Earth Week with tip #33 from CZM’s 50 WAYS TO PROTECT THE MASSACHUSETTS COAST - take care of tide pools! Find out how to explore and protect these diverse little worlds. And for all 50 tips to help make every day Earth Day, see: www.mass.gov/info-details...

It’s the 20th anniversary of Park Serve Day and we’d love to see you at your favorite park, helping steward your public lands! Check the link with this video for details. bit.ly/3OG10f4

Today’s tip from CZM’s 50 WAYS TO PROTECT THE MASSACHUSETTS COAST is #15 - be a beach-friendly dog owner! From respecting leash laws to bringing a baggie, learn more at: www.mass.gov/info-details...

It's Earth Day, Massachusetts! From our beautiful coastlines to our green spaces, today is a reminder of what we’re working together to protect. This Earth Day, we encourage you to get outside, take action in your community, and help care for the places that make Massachusetts special.

CZM’s focus on 50 Ways to Protect the Massachusetts Coast for #EarthWeek continues with Tip #10—Filter Pollution with Plants! For more ideas on helping to keep coastal waters clean, see: www.mass.gov/info-details...

For #EarthWeek, CZM Director Alison Brizius encourages everyone to check out these 50 Ways to Protect the Massachusetts Coast: www.mass.gov/info-details...

Join us to celebrate Right Whale Day at New England Aquarium! 🐋 On Friday, April 24th from 10 AM - 1 PM, we will be joining partners in right whale conservation to highlight work to protect this critically endangered species. Learn more > lnkd.in/e8JX7EMK

🛥️ ♻️ Spring is springing...which means it's nearly boating season! Unwrap those bad boys and #recycle that plastic!  See locations and hours https://seagrant.whoi.edu/shrinkwrap #boat #capecod

This Saturday starts a fun-filled, family-friendly week of April Vacation Programming at DCR parks across the state! Check the link to find one of 85 free activities for the whole family! bit.ly/4tMA4t5

Celebrate the 20th annual park serve day by volunteering to make a difference at your favorite DCR park! www.mass.gov/info-details...

Our accessible spring programming schedule is out now! This spring DCR’s Universal Access Program offers park goers of all abilities the opportunity to hike, boat, cycle and golf all across the state. Check the link for details and to plan your outdoor adventure! bit.ly/UAPschedule

Learn the simple way you can help protect the threatened piping plover while still enjoying a day at a DCR beach this spring and summer!

Attention Massachusetts boaters: new safety requirements are now in effect! As of April 1, 2026, operators of motorboats born after January 1, 1989, must have a boater safety certificate. Get more information and find an approved course at mass.gov/BoaterSafetyFAQ

Happy #NativePlantMonth! Now is the perfect time to plan your coastal landscaping projects with local native plants. Get inspired to go green with CZM’s Coastal Landscaping in Massachusetts - Plant Highlights and Images: www.mass.gov/info-details...

The April 2026 edition of CZ-Mail, CZM’s monthly email newsletter, is now available. www.mass.gov/info-details...

Want to make good money working outside this summer? Become a lifeguard for DCR! Positions open at pools and waterfronts in Greater Boston and communities north of the city, plus the chance for free training through May. Check the link for details: www.mass.gov/news/dcr-lif...

DEADLINE TODAY AT NOON - CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE TODAY AT NOON - CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE TOMORROW BY NOON - CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE MARCH 27 BY NOON - CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE MARCH 27 BY NOON - CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 27! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 27! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE MARCH 27 BY NOON - CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 27! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MARCH 27! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

FUNDING AVAILABLE! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

Today, $200,000 in Water Quality Monitoring Grants have been awarded to five watershed coalitions to support surface water monitoring efforts. The data collected helps us keep our waterbodies safe and vibrant. mass.gov/news/healey-...

FUNDING AVAILABLE: CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

FUNDING AVAILABLE: CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

FUNDING AVAILABLE! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

FUNDING AVAILABLE! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

FUNDING AVAILABLE: CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

FUNDING AVAILABLE: CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Resilience Grants to advance local and regional efforts to address coastal flooding, erosion, and sea level rise. www.mass.gov/info-details...

#GrantOpportunity We are excited to announce that DER’s Partnerships Program Request for Responses is now live! Learn more and help us spread the word! Applications are due by Friday, April 3, 2026 at 5 PM EST. www.mass.gov/how-to/ders-...

Reminder: The Off Race Point Seasonal Management Area is in effect March 1 until April 30. During this time, most vessels 65 feet or longer must travel at 10 knots or less within the area to the north and east of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. www.fisheries.noaa.gov/national/end...

FUNDING AVAILABLE! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...

The March 2026 edition of CZ-Mail, CZM’s monthly email newsletter, is now available. www.mass.gov/info-details...

FUNDING AVAILABLE! CZM is seeking proposals for Coastal Habitat and Water Quality Grants, which fund projects to assess and treat stormwater pollution and advance habitat restoration and comprehensive restoration planning. www.mass.gov/info-details...