Barnstable Harbor Ecotours

Phil Kyle, Head Naturalist

Head Naturalist Phil Kyle has dedicated his life to the study and public education of the natural world. After obtaining his B.S. in Biology from Cornell University, he has served in a wide variety of capacities including: DIrector of Education, South Shore Natural Science Center; President, Cape Cod Bird Club; Head Naturalist, Green Briar Nature Center; Whale Watching Naturalist, Captain John Boats; Interpretive Park Ranger, Cape Cod National Seashore; Whale Watching Naturalist, Barnstable Whale Watcher; Head Naturalist, Cape Cod Museum of Natural History.

"Being on the water in the Barnstable Harbor makes me appreciate the wilderness quality of this place. There is so much wildlife around Barnstable Harbor area, but it is rarely seen except from the water. I'm excited to provide an educational and entertaining view of this amazing wealth of nature."

Ken Morton, Naturalist

Ken Morton spent summers in Barnstable when he was growing up and has been a year round resident since 2000. He's been exploring the harbor, Sandy Neck, and the Great Marsh all his life. His primary interest with respect to tours of the harbor is the avian wildlife, where he has been studying the shorebirds, wading birds, terns and gulls for six years. Ken is a trustee of the Sandy Neck Lighthouse and is a student of the natural, colonial, and recent history of Barnstable Harbor. He is a past Board Member of the Barnstable Historical Society and a current member of the Board of Advisors for the Friends of Barnstable Harbor, an organization whose mission is the long-term stewardship of the harbor.

When thinking of that perfect holiday gift, why not consider something that evokes the joy of summer on Cape Cod? Give the gift of unspoiled nature with a Barnstable Harbor Ecotours gift certificate! Gift certificates are available in $25, $50, and $100, and good for any regularly scheduled trip in the 2013 season. You may purchase gift certificates during the off-season either by phone (508-221-6126), or securely online using PayPal™ with any major bank or credit card.

We look forward to seeing you aboard The Horseshoe Crab when we resume operation in May, 2013. Look for our full schedule including an announcement of our opening weekend in January!

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