Tribal members suffered at the hands of the English settlers who colonized and renamed the Island, but persevered and became a federally recognized tribe in 1987, establishing the tribal home in Aquinnah. Taste of the Vineyard – The kick-off to the summer, this epicurean adventure takes place in June and gives local chefs the chance to showcase what’s coming up on the summer menu while supporting the amazing work done by the Vineyard Trust. Very Vineyard - otherwise known as that elusive Vineyard Vibe. For some people it strikes as they’re disembarking the ferry, for others it happens as they watch the brilliant hues of the over-the-water sunset, and for others the moment they realize they haven’t looked at their phone for hours, and might never pick it up again! our shores, from sea glass to beautiful sea shells and more. TurkeyX-ings – Vineyardbred turkeys are abundant, relatively tame birds, with nothing to fear but spring hunting season, a snowy winter, and fast moving cars. TheYard - “For me, this Yard would be a playground without walls. A place to explore, experiment, and construct. A place ofpossibility, joy, love, anger, frustration; a space in which to come together and to be alone.” - Patricia Nanon, The Yard Founder Zzzzz –What Under the Sea – The bounty of the Atlantic surrounds us, offering fun, beauty, and so much wonderful seafood and shellfish! You can catch it yourself, or just sit back and enjoy a chef’s specialty. Not to mention all the sea treasures along Wampanoag Native American Tribe – The original people named the Island Noepe, or land amid the streams, and farmed and fished on this land for millennia. we reallymean is Ahhhhh…the beautiful sensation that all is well with the world in this moment because you’ve escaped from reality and landed on a small island called Martha’s Vineyard. Breathe. Repeat. You’re home. 2018 -19 Travel Guide 111
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