The Trustees of Reservations has published a proposed Beach Management Plan that will significantly impact access of people and dogs to the beaches of Norton Point and Chappy. This plan is felt by many to be significantly more restrictive than prior policies. Some have commented that it is not consistent with the trustees’ statement of “preserve for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic and ecological value in Massachusetts”.

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TIME TO ACT: If you are at all concerned with the plan and the restricted access the time to voice your opinion is NOW! There is only a limited time to make your opinion heard before it is too late. Enclosed below is a “sample”  Word format that can be used to voice your opinion to the President of TTOR (John Judge). You can use this form as a guide or create your own personal letter but either way please make your opinion known in writing. Please send to both email and snail mail at the following addresses:

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John Judge email: jjudge@thetrustees.org

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John Judge U.S. mail: CEO Trustees of Reservations, 200 High St., Floor #4, Boston MA 02110

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2022 July Public Sample Letter_TTOR President_re BMP.docx
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The Trustees of Reservations has just published a BEACH MANAGEMENT program that will significantly impact access of people and dogs to the beaches of Norton Point and Chappy. It is felt by many to be significantly more restrictive than prior policies. Some have commented that it is not consistent with the trustees’ state wise mission statement “preserve, for public use and enjoyment, properties of exceptional scenic, historic and ecological value in Massachusetts”. Some are supportive of the new restrictions.
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If you are concerned about your access, your friend’s access, your renter’s access, or your dog’s access, you are encouraged to access the link below, AND follow the links of interest, particularly the links “click here to review and comment”” and “we want to hear from you”. You can also do the following:

1. Contact the trustees with your concerns.

2. Be aware of restrictions if and when you purchase an OSV permit.
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3.Join Facebook group “MV Beachgoers Access Group”

4. Be heard with other beachgoers, numbers count, attend one of the 3 meetings listed in the link below.
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https://thetrustees.org/content/draft-bmp/?_hsmi=218116883&_hsenc=p2ANqtz–cFpSPhBBk9JQGde2m8T3kZdA2QWIB11Nl9JDyM7f6RplCIAfIvwzutoS09sDHIrz5dFI-KQkqhLkvyMrEfBprO46m_w&utm_campaign=Development%20Events&utm_medium=email&utm_content=218116883&utm_source=hs_email
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Check out the combined April and May Newsletter. This is one not to be missed. There is a great section on the MVSA and our Vets! There is never enough thanks and appreciation of their service. Also, check out the calendar of events with the Father’s Day BBQ on Chappy and the Annual Picnic on July 9th at the Bend in the Road Beach. There is also a very nice article on Scott Maccaferri of Island Lures. There is also articles on the MVRHS Science Fair and a tribute to John Charles Phillips.
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Check out the full newsletter at the link below:

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MVSA Newsletter April_May 2022.pdf
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Let’s kickoff the 2022 fishing season with the January 2022 MVSA Newsletter. This action packed letter has a lot of great information and some great photos! There are also a few winter events coming up like the February banquet that you will not want to miss. Special sections like the MVSA Past Derby Accomplishments, Monthly Pin Awards, Angler of the Year Award and more.