Our Paint & Sip event is back! Spend an evening of creativity and fun, over snacks and drinks to benefit Manchaug Pond! This year’s theme is starry nights and the instructor from Paint the Town will […]
Manchaug Pond Starry Night PAINT & SIP Event
Our Paint & Sip event is back! Spend an evening of creativity and fun, over snacks and drinks to benefit Manchaug Pond! This year’s theme is starry nights with an instructor from Paint the Town who will lead us in painting 4 wooden coasters! […]
Saturday, October 17th – The DAM Race 5K Run 3K Health Walk for Manchaug Pond
Let’s RUN for Manchaug Pond! On Saturday, October 17, 2026, get your sneakers ready to walk, run, sponsor, volunteer or cheer’s a great community …
Lighting of the Shoreline – Labor Day Weekend
At Manchaug Pond this Labor Day weekend? Join in the Lighting of the Shoreline with the Manchaug Pond Foundation! In solidarity as the Manchaug Pond Foundation let’s light the lake…
Annual Business Meeting – Saturday, August 22, 2026
Calling all members… it’s time for the ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING of the Manchaug Pond Foundation! This Saturday morning, August 22nd, at the …
This Weekend! Saturday Social and Sunday Kayak & Coffee
Start the season on Manchaug Pond together at the Social on Saturday morning or/and on Sunday morning in your …
Kayak & Coffee – 2nd Sunday, June-September
Start your day on a peaceful note with our Kayak and Coffee event—where adventure meets relaxation! Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a morning paddle on the waters of Manchaug Pond – get your kayak, bring your coffee, and enjoy good conversation. Whether you’re an experienced kayaker or a first-timer, this is the perfect way to connect with nature, meet new people, and kickstart your day with a calm mind and a warm cup. Meet at Blueberry Island or join the group as we pass your waterfront. This series will take place the second Sunday of each month from June – September, weather permitting: June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13. There is no cost to join, but donations and memberships are very much appreciated supporting the work of the Manchaug Pond Foundation for this lake and future community events.
Vessel Safety Check Tomorrow Morning at Manchaug Pond
Attention All Boat Owners! Time for the annual Vessel Safety Check to get you on the water safe, sound and legal! …
Lake & Watershed Clean-up April 25th
Let’s do it! Community members are invited to roll up their sleeves and help care for one of the area’s natural treasures later this month. The Manchaug Pond Foundation will host its annual spring cleanup of Manchaug Pond and its watershed on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 9 a.m. to Noon welcoming volunteers to assist in clearing litter and other potential threats to water quality from Manchaug Pond and surrounding areas. Participants will meet at the state public access boat ramp on Torrey Road in Sutton before heading out to clean roadsides, shoreline areas, and other parts of the watershed. Volunteers are not required to stay for the full three hours and can contribute as their schedules allow. Those in boats are especially encouraged to take part, helping to reach coves and harder-to access areas of the pond. All necessary supplies including gloves, safety vests, grabbers, and trash bags will be provided. In case of inclement weather, the event will move to Sunday, April 26, with updates posted on the foundation’s website and social media pages. The clean up effort supports ongoing work to protect water quality at the 380 acre lake, which spans both Douglas and Sutton. The organization …
Water Quality Monitoring – Cyanobacteria (HABs)
ON-LAKE: Cyanobacteria, Phycoyanin & More Absent or present? Non-detectable or is a bloom imminent? For latest results, click here. As part of WORCESTER CYANOBACTERIA MONITORING COLLABORATIVE (WCMC) The Worcester Cyanobacteria Monitoring Collaborative (WCMC) is a group of trained volunteer community scientists that tracks cyanobacteria activity at our local lakes and ponds. May through October, volunteers from Manchaug Pond Foundation and Stevens Pond collect samples twice a month, bring to the WCMC lab for analysis, and even do some analysis themselves at the Saturday drop by examining under the microscope. For more information visit our Water Quality Monitoring webpage. Interested in volunteering to sample for Manchaug Pond or to serve as an alternate? Contact us!
Water Quality Monitoring – Cyanobacteria (HABs)
ON-LAKE: Cyanobacteria, Phycoyanin & More Absent or present? Non-detectable or is a bloom imminent? For latest results, click here. As part of WORCESTER CYANOBACTERIA MONITORING COLLABORATIVE (WCMC) The Worcester Cyanobacteria Monitoring Collaborative (WCMC) is a group of trained volunteer community scientists that tracks cyanobacteria activity at our local lakes and ponds. May through October, volunteers from Manchaug Pond Foundation and Stevens Pond collect samples twice a month, bring to the WCMC lab for analysis, and even do some analysis themselves at the Saturday drop by examining under the microscope. For more information visit our Water Quality Monitoring webpage. Interested in volunteering to sample for Manchaug Pond or to serve as an alternate? Contact us!
Water Quality Monitoring – Cyanobacteria (HABs)
ON-LAKE: Cyanobacteria, Phycoyanin & More Absent or present? Non-detectable or is a bloom imminent? For latest results, click here. As part of WORCESTER CYANOBACTERIA MONITORING COLLABORATIVE (WCMC) The Worcester Cyanobacteria Monitoring Collaborative (WCMC) is a group of trained volunteer community scientists that tracks cyanobacteria activity at our local lakes and ponds. May through October, volunteers from Manchaug Pond Foundation and Stevens Pond collect samples twice a month, bring to the WCMC lab for analysis, and even do some analysis themselves at the Saturday drop by examining under the microscope. For more information visit our Water Quality Monitoring webpage. Interested in volunteering to sample for Manchaug Pond or to serve as an alternate? Contact us!