06/12/2026
After nearly a century as a working cranberry farm, Tidmarsh restoration efforts began in 2010 with a bold vision: return the natural flow of water to the landscape. Over the next several years, the restoration team removed nine dams and multiple tons of sediment, reconnecting Beaver Dam Brook, Fresh Pond, and the Foothills headwaters to the ocean.
The response from nature was swift and remarkable. As waterways were restored, native plants began to reemerge, followed by a diverse array of insects, reptiles, and bird species—many of which hadn’t been seen on this property for more than a century. What was once an industrial agricultural site has become a thriving, dynamic ecosystem and a living example of the power of ecological restoration.
This aerial photo tells a powerful story!
Learn more about Tidmarsh’s transformation and ongoing impact:
👉 https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4d7d7043b1284db197922a4d21bf00d3
Photo credit: Alex Haggert
