Major Milestones & Progress We’re happy to share good news about the progress of dredging on Chilmark Pond. The project has continued to move forward, and important milestones have been met. With the arrival of the larger DENOS6 dredge (this is possible because the pond is deeper than anticipated), progress has picked up significantly. At this point, the dredging is nearly 75% complete , and both channels have now been successfully dug to 5 - 6 feet in depth . The east - west

2025 Achievements This year, Chilmark Pond Foundation took major steps toward restoring the Pond’s ecological health. We deployed the LG Sonic Buoy to combat harmful cyanobacteria blooms and began dredging north of the barrier beach to improve water exchange. These efforts mark a turning point after years of planning. Read more in the Vineyard Gazette “ Dredging Begins in Bid to Revive Chilmark Pond ” and The MV Times “ Breaching the barrier beach ”.   LG-Sonic Buoy Deployed

Dredging in the Lower Chilmark Pond. Photo courtesy of Ollie Becker. The Long-Awaited Day Has Arrived: After five years of persistent advocacy and fortitude in a very challenging permitting climate, CPF’s hard work has finally paid off and dredging in the Chilmark Lower Pond has officially begun. This dredging and beach nourishment work is a big step toward restoring the long-term health and resilience of Chilmark Pond.   A Long Journey to Get Here: This multi-year effort to