The Save Mashpee-Wakeby Pond Alliance is a coalition of concerned citizens who love the pond and are determined to ensure its preservation, protection and enhancement as a recreational, economic and cultural focal point for our community. We have witnessed significant degradation of the pond in recent years due to an increase of nutrients from human activity. This has caused several cyanobacteria bloom events which triggered public health advisories to stay out of the water. We cannot and will not let our pond deteriorate any further and must restore it to its former glory so that future generations can fully enjoy its bounties for years to come.
CYANOBACTERIA UPDATE
June 26, 2024
The water quality is back to ACCEPTABLE in both Mashpee and Wakeby Ponds!
The potential for concern has been lifted. Enjoy the water!
"Float Your Boat"
Boat Parade
and Community Picnic
The Boat Parade was a great success!!
Mashpee-Wakeby Pond should look like this:
Not like this (photo taken June 2023):
OUR TOP PRIORITIES:
Assessment – Complete the diagnostic study of Mashpee-Wakeby Pond and drive next steps
Sewers – Ensure the towns of Mashpee and Sandwich expedite the conversion to sewers
Fertilizer – Enact policy changes to reduce and possibly eliminate fertilizer use
Run-Off – Address areas of severe stormwater run-off into Mashpee-Wakeby Pond
Educate – Build awareness and engagement among residents throughout Mashpee and Sandwich
PLEASE JOIN US!!