Flocking to Flock
Flock serves as a hub of activity both for knitters attending her year-round workshops and for visitors looking to choose supplies as souvenirs... Read more
Activities
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Bicycles: Easy Riders Bicycle Rentals • Island Bike Company • Young’s Bicycle Shop & Car Rental
Tours & Museums: Cisco Brewers • Maria Mitchell Association • Nantucket Historical Association
Activities on the Water: ACK Surf School • Endeavor Sailing Excursions • Fish Stix • Ty One On Sportfishing Charters
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Nantucket offers you the opportunity to enjoy each day here to the fullest with a wide range of activities. From our miles of pristine sand beaches to the hustle-and-bustle of Town, the island literally has something for everyone. Shopaholics will find plenty of outlets for retail therapy and history buffs can get lost in the vast array of museums, sightseeing tours and historical sites that dot the island while the arts-minded will enjoy perusing the many art galleries and theatrical offerings found here. For the more aquatic among us, sailing lessons and boat rentals, kayaking, fishing, surfing lessons, or just lounging by the shore are some of the many beach-themed options available to you. For some insider information on activities read our article What to Do Under the Sun.
Fishing Around
In early 2012, Jeff was recovering from a serious battle with Lyme disease, and wanted to find an outlet for his creative side. A serendipitous conversation with his neighbor Cam Gammill, one of the current co-owners of the new incarnation of Bill Fisher Tackle, led him down the path of custom rod... Read more
Nantucket On Ice
Way back when in the olden days – as far back as the 1990s, I mean – the lack of activities on Nantucket, especially in the winter, was a major complaint. Once the season changed, the visitors left, and the beaches weren’t quite so inviting, what were kids of all ages to do with their time? Read more
Featured Business Profile
Lynx
The Tall Ship Lynx is a non-partisan, educational organization, dedicated to hands-on educational programs that teach the history of America’s struggle to preserve its independence. The maritime challenges during the War of 1812 are taught aboard the American Privateer Schooner Lynx utilizing a... Read more
Summer Top 10 List
It all happens so fast. All of a sudden you notice it. The top has been down on the Jeep for weeks now. You spend more time circling the parking lot at the Stop & Shop than you do actually buying groceries, and the line at four corners is a game of politeness gone awry. And the beaches......... Read more
What To Do Under The Sun
One thing you’ll never hear someone on Nantucket say is that there’s nothing to do. No matter what your pleasure, our Island has something that is sure to tickle your fancy. Perhaps you’re a sailor, or at least dream of being one. Well, you’re in luck, as Nantucket’s history is tied... Read more