Nature

Photo Portfolio: Nick Giamarco

By Elizabeth Shaw | November 21, 2019

After years away, photographer Nick Giammarco explores the Cape, camera in hand, to capture the ceaseless beauty of the area. The beauty of the Cape is undeniable. Thousands flock to…

Gunkholing: It Took About Six Minutes

By Brian Shortsleeve | November 21, 2019

In 1992, the January issue was dedicated to the historic Hurricane “Bob” that had just ravaged the shoreline of the Cape and Islands the previous August. The Gunkholing column in…

The Dazzling Curiosity & Ferocity of Winter Storms on Cape Cod

By James P. Freeman | November 20, 2019

Winter Storms may be a common occurrence for Cape Codders, but they certainly leave their mark. “Blizzard ’05 worst on Cape in my life…” reads the hand-written entry on January…

Photo Portfolio: Elyssa Cohen

By Brenna Collins | September 12, 2019

Photography by Elyssa Cohen The Light of the Season Cape Cod is bursting with precious backdrops waiting to be photographed in the perfect moment. Having visited her family’s Wellfleet home…

Do you love Harwich?!

By Brenna Collins | September 12, 2019

Village Life: The Heart of Harwich The Soul of the Seaside Located on the Cape’s southern edge overlooking Nantucket Sound, the town of Harwich is a world to explore in…

Photo Portfolio: George Vosgerichian

By Mariah Shield | August 15, 2019

George Vosgerichian has mastered capturing the beauty of the Cape from all perspectives. With two feet planted on the sand, Cape Cod is already a sanctuary of beautiful beaches and…

Cape Cod Lifesaving Competition

By Allyson Plessner | August 14, 2019

Lifeguards on Duty The Cape Cod Lifesaving Competition, celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, shines a spotlight on a talented group of athletes tasked with protecting the Cape’s most precious…

This home on Edgartown’s Katama Bay is as beautiful as its surroundings

By Chris White | July 15, 2019

A home on Edgartown’s Katama Bay gracefully embodies its dynamic surroundings The shape of Katama Bay, winding between Edgartown and Chappaquiddick, is one of the defining features on a chart…

This boathouse is INCREDIBLE

By Elizabeth Shaw | July 15, 2019

Nestled on Arey’s Pond in Orleans, a boathouse designed by McPhee Associates serves as both a private getaway and perfect spot to gather and reminisce. Looking at the pristine space,…

This garden oasis is a true masterpiece

By Julie Craven Wagner | July 15, 2019

A couple creates a sanctuary in the heart of a charming village Their Royal Highnesses, The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall, have spent much of the last…

Picture this!

By Allyson Plessner | July 2, 2019

Each year we receive thousands of stunning photo contest submissions. Choosing the photography contest winners is a time of much excitement and much contention at the Cape Cod Life office—there…

Sea turtles trapped in Cape Cod Bay – How science is saving them

By Abigail Rec | June 5, 2019

How sea turtles are getting trapped in Cape Cod Bay, and how science is saving them A 32-degree breeze chilled the coastline of Eastham as staff of the Mass Audubon’s…

Check out this brother-sister duo bringing their creativity to their family business

By Haley Cote | May 30, 2019

Interesting, unique, creative. These are all words Roman and Natasha Miskovsky use to describe the work of their father Paul Miskovsky’s company, Miskovsky Landscaping. But these words are equally applicable…

INCREDIBLE shots of the Cape!

By Allyson Plessner | April 23, 2019

A photo portfolio by Steven Koppel Photography is all about capturing a singular moment in time, but that doesn’t mean an image has to be static. The beauty of the…

This Cape Cod nature photography is STUNNING

By Allyson Plessner | April 17, 2019

Photography by Sarah Devlin For Sarah Devlin, becoming a photographer was, quite literally, a natural decision. Having always been intrigued by nature, it made sense for her to record and…

Gunkholing: Sunset Time

By Brian Shortsleeve | March 14, 2019

This is my favorite time of day. Whenever my schedule allows, I do my best to catch sunset. Each day has a beginning, a middle and an end. The end…

Harbor LIFE: Provincetown

By Bill O'Neill | November 15, 2018

 Expect the unexpected in this historic seaside escape We’ve all done it. Someone asks where on the Cape we live or visit, or maybe they want to know the…

Photo Portfolio: The Sky’s the Limit

By Haley Cote | November 15, 2018

  Aaron Gormley Aerial Photographer Photo PortfolioThe Sky’s the Limit Aaron Gormley takes his passion, and adventurous spirit, to new heights. Check out his work at capeaerials.com! **Scroll down for…