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FRIENDS OF LONG POND
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​We strive to preserve and protect ​Long Pond

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Please join us at Town Council meeting: October 23, 2025 at 6pm.   
The town is considering options for Long Pond MM, but has not yet decided to take strong action for a full scale remedy.   
​Let’s help them get over the hump by showing up in force!   


Our Focus:

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​CYANOBACTERIA MONITORING AND ALERTS 

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​Since 2020, FoLPMM has hired the Association to Preserve Cape Cod to conduct summer pond testing.  

​Results from the sampling  are posted under the "About" tab.

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​EDUCATION TO REDUCE INPUTS WHICH CONTRIBUTE TO CYANOBACTERIA OVERGROWTH 

​These are detailed under the "Take Action" tab and include:
  • Inspecting and pumping septic systems every 2-3 years
  • Using phosphate-free cleaning products
  • Refraining from using garbage disposal or flushing chemicals.  ​
  • Refraining from using fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides
  • Planting native plants and trees​
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ACTION TO IMPROVE LONG POND'S WATER QUALITY


We advocate for action by the Town of Barnstable such as the replacement of problematic storm drains (2021), requisition of a comprehensive study of Long Pond (2021), review of the resulting report (2022) and a floating treatment wetland trial in 2024-5. 

​We simultaneously research and pursue solutions which we can implement independently or advocate for implementation.

Friends of Long Pond Marstons Mills is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization exempt from federal income tax. 
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Our mailing address is:  Post Office Box 514, Marstons Mills, MA  02648-0514

    Click here to find out how you can support us.
    Contact Friends of Long Pond Marstons Mills
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  • About
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    • About Our Pond
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    • Homeowner Solutions
  • Get Involved!