Working together to make Martha's Vineyard safer from tick-borne disease and allergies.
A science-based, Island-wide effort that includes bringing the deer herd into ecological balance, alongside other proven interventions, to significantly reduce the Island’s tick population and address a growing public health crisis.
Aerial Deer Survey Results
Tick Free MV commissioned an island-wide aerial deer survey that took place during February–March 2026 to assess the local deer population. Read or download all materials here. See the full report, our cover letter and the slide show presentation here; as well as a recording of our public panel and discussion.
Video
Recording by MVTV.