Horseshoe crab tagging event at Sherwood Island State Park
The public is invited to join Project Limulus, Connecticut Sea Grant and the Long Island Sound Study in a free horseshoe crab tagging event from 10 a.m. to noon on May 18 at Sherwood Island State Park in Westport.
[Read More]Public input sought for LIS management plan revision
The Long Island Sound Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan revision process is currently underway. If you live, work, or play in the Long Island Sound region, this plan could affect on-the-ground projects near you. If there are environmental challenges in your life and community that you want to make sure are addressed, let us know in the upcoming public engagement sessions.
[Read More]Aquaculture video series highlights state fish hatchery
The newest video in the Connecticut Aquaculture Video Series features the Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery.
[Read More]Oceanography special issue features articles by CTSG writers
NOAA Sea Grant-funded research and work across the nation are being highlighted in a special issue of Oceanography. The issue features 36 articles by Sea Grant authors across 29 programs and the National Sea Grant Office. Among contributors are CTSG’s Extension Educator Emerita Juliana Barrett and Communications Coordinator Judy Benson.
[Read More]Aquaculture training opportunity offered in Groton
A paid, hands-on training opportunity is now available with Sixpenny Oyster Farm called SHUCKS (Sharing Hands-On Understanding and Cultivating Knowledge on Shellfish).
[Read More]EcoHusky Club’s Earth Day event engages students, public
The Avery Point EcoHusky Club’s annual Earth Day Celebration on April 22 drew dozens of students and members of the community to the campus to see environmentally themed exhibits from many local groups including CT Sea Grant, enjoy live music, pizza and beautiful weather!
[Read More]Eclipse event a fitting way to mark Community Science Month
Hundreds of families, couples and friend groups brought picnics, beach blankets, camp chairs and curiosity about the natural world to the eclipse viewing event at Camp Harkness in Waterford on April 8. By coincidence, the eclipse happened during the annual observance of Community Science Month.
[Read More]On Earth Day, hold both hope and lament as you reassess your role
An op-ed article by CTSG Communications Coordinator Judy Benson, published in The Day on April 17, the Connecticut Mirror on April 18 and Hearst Connecticut newspapers on April 19, reflects on Earth Day and how we can be positive forces of nature.
[Read More]Avery Point EcoHusky Club to host Earth Day celebration
The public is invited to join students, faculty and UConn staff at the UConn Avery Point EcoHusky Club’s annual Earth Day Celebration from noon to 2 p.m. on Monday April 22.
[Read More]Video shows how FLUPSY helps the shellfish garden grow
It’s the time of year when some of us are planning our cold weather veggies like spinach, kale, and peas. Have you ever wondered how a shellfish garden works? The newest video in the Connecticut Aquaculture Video Series focuses on the Shellfish Floating Upweller System or “FLUPSY”.
[Read More]Upcoming Events
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May
8
Public engagement session for LIS management plan 2:30pm
Public engagement session for LIS management plan
Wednesday, May 8th, 2024
02:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Lighthouse Point Park
The Long Island Sound Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan revision process is currently underway. If you live, work, or play in the Long Island Sound region, this plan could affect on-the-ground projects near you. If there are environmental challenges in your life and community that you want to make sure are addressed, let us know! This is YOUR opportunity to help steer conservation funding decisions for the next 10 years.
The project is led by the Long Island Sound Study, a partnership of CT Sea Grant, NY Sea Grant, the EPA and other groups to restore and protect the Sound. The CCMP revision process is collaborative and will include public meetings where you can help shape what the plan will look like. Public meetings will take place on May 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven.
You can also attend virtual sessions on May 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; May 14 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.; and from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Contact Information:
Registration and more information: https://longislandsoundstudy.net/about/ccmp-revision-updates/
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May
8
Public engagement session for Long Island Sound management plan 6:00pm
Public engagement session for Long Island Sound management plan
Wednesday, May 8th, 2024
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Lighthouse Point Park
If you live, work, or play in the Long Island Sound region, this plan could affect on-the-ground projects near you. If there are environmental challenges in your life and community that you want to make sure are addressed, let us know! This is YOUR opportunity to help steer conservation funding decisions for the next 10 years.
The project is led by the Long Island Sound Study, a partnership of CT Sea Grant, NY Sea Grant, the EPA and other groups to restore and protect the Sound. The CCMP revision process is collaborative and will include public meetings where you can help shape what the plan will look like. Public meetings will take place on May 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven.
You can also attend virtual sessions on May 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.; May 14 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.; and from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Contact Information:
Registration and more information: https://longislandsoundstudy.net/about/ccmp-revision-updates/
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May
15
Long Island Sound Research Conference 8:00am
Long Island Sound Research Conference
Wednesday, May 15th, 2024
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Danfords Hotel & Marina
More information: www.nyseagrant.org/LISResearch2024www.nyseagrant/LISResearch2024
Registration information coming soon
Contact Information:
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May
18
Horseshoe Crab Tagging 10:00am
Horseshoe Crab Tagging
Saturday, May 18th, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sherwood Island State Park
To register, send an email to: margaret.cozens@uconn.edu.
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Jun
1
CT Trails Day Explore Haley Farm hike 9:00am
CT Trails Day Explore Haley Farm hike
Saturday, June 1st, 2024
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Haley Farm State Park
A guided walk around Haley Farm State Park. Staff from the Connecticut Reserve and CT Sea Grant will lead a walking tour from the parking lot, along Palmer Cove, and through the upland habitats. Haley Farm is part of the newly established Connecticut National Estuarine Research Reserve, which was designated in January 2022 and is one of 30 Research Reserves in the country that study and protect estuarine habitats. Come learn why Haley Farm State Park is so special and about some of the work the Reserve staff is doing to monitor, improve, and protect this area. You will also learn about the work of CT Sea Grant and how the two organizations complement one another in supporting thriving and diverse coastal ecosystems and communities. This walk will be approx. 1.75 miles on some uneven ground. All are welcome, including well-behaved and leashed dogs.