Meredith L. M. Kilpatrick, Realtor, GRI, RSPS - EXP Realty

06/20/2026

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

Uh, land based Shark Fishing, and it’s banned on so many beaches?

As we quickly approach summer weather and expanded fishing opportunities, anglers are reminded of state regulations designed to protect large sharks and enhance public safety. Rod and reel fishing from shore with heavy gear—using a metal or wire leader exceeding 18” length AND a hook with a gap greater than 5/8”—is prohibited from Plymouth Point south and east along the shoreline of Cape Cod Bay, the Outer Cape, Monomoy Island, and Chatham Harbor and Stage Harbor (note the highlighted areas).

Shore-based fishing with this heavy gear is authorized in areas outside of the prohibited regions. However, when fishing this heavy gear in authorized areas, chumming from sunrise to sunset is prohibited for public safety purposes. Additionally, the use of mechanized propulsion and remote-controlled (rc) devices (e.g., drones, bait cannons, rc boats) to deploy baits is prohibited when conducting any shore-based fishing.

If you do catch a shark from shore, remember:

- Keep the shark in the water, especially their gills
- Minimize handling and release time and do not delay release just to take pictures
- Do not sit on the shark’s back
- Use a long-handled dehooking device to help with hook removal if it does not delay release
- Carry wire or bolt cutters that can cleanly cut your leader or a hook to speed up releases

Read more at the link in our bio.

06/11/2026

Ugh “tic-toc” ⏰😳

Peak tick season is here — and it's no joke.

Right now, in mid-June, we are in one of the worst windows of the year for tick bites and tick-borne illness transmission. July 4th is historically when the most people report their first symptoms — which means the clock is ticking (pun intended).

We've been seeing a lot of Lyme Disease, but Anaplasmosis, Babesiosis, and Alpha-Gal Syndrome (yes, the red meat allergy) all on the rise on Cape Cod.

The photo below was taken in Chilmark on Martha's Vineyard. The lighter brown ticks are Lone Star Ticks, which have exploded on the island and are increasingly being found across Cape Cod. The darker brown ticks are Deer Ticks — and with this year's humid weather, they are having a field day.

Scary picture? Yes. But here's the good news: tick-borne illnesses are completely preventable. Visit our website for tips and resources (link in comments)!

06/11/2026

June 13th is this Saturday ☀️♥️

Harwich Port, your perfect Cape Cod summer afternoon starts here 🌊✨

Join us Saturday, June 13 from 3–6 PM for The Summer Stroll, a curated coastal experience through downtown Harwich Port featuring signature sips, local flavors, charming boutiques, sweet treats, special offers, and surprise moments along the way.

Tickets in bio 💕⚓️

06/11/2026

July 10th

The countdown has officially begun! 🌸

Just one month until the 2026 Cape Cod Hydrangea Festival, July 10–19. Visit capecodhydrangeafest.com for the full schedule of garden tours and events and start planning your Hydrangea Fest adventure!

Visit Cape Cod
Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce
Arts Barnstable

06/07/2026

June 7, 1776 !