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For over 20 years it has been Friends of the Bay's mission to preserve, protect and restore the ecological integrity and productivity of the Oyster Bay/Cold Spring Harbor estuary and the surrounding watershed.
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Here are a few recent items:
- (Oyster Bay, NY - June 2nd, 2010) The Maritime History of Oyster Bay - John E. Hammond
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Town of Oyster Bay Historian John E. Hammond gave an interesting talk on the maritime history of Oyster Bay from the very first visitors in the 1600's through to the present day.
In addition to Mr Hammond many folks in the audience had their own family history to share. All in all it was a very engaging and informative evening.
Lectures will return in the Fall.
- (Oyster Bay, NY - May 5th, 2010) The Amazing Alewives - Dr. Matt Draud
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Dr. Matt Draud and his talented team presented a fascinating study of the Alewive fish and its challenges in reaching its spawning grounds upstream. Using underwater and above water cameras they observed all the fish, and other wildlife, that passed up and down stream 24/7 over several months!
- (Oyster Bay, NY - April 26, 2010) Harbor & Beach Clean-Up 2010
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Special thanks to everyone who participated and supported the Spring Harbor & Beach Clean-Up on April 25th. This annual event was co-sponsored by the Town of Oyster Bay, North Oyster Bay Baymen's Association and Friends of the Bay.
About Friends of the Bay
Begun in 1987 by a small group concerned about the impact of proposed massive development of the Oyster Bay Harbor, Friends of the Bay has grown to be a watchdog for protecting the entire Mill Neck - Oyster Bay - Cold Spring Harbor estuary. Winner of national and regional awards for environmental effectiveness, today Friends of the Bay is recognized as one of the most effective environmental organizations around Long Island Sound and is respected by residents, the business community, and government alike.
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An in-depth review of the health and state of the watershed.
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Research has shown that continuous exposure to low levels of medications has altered the behavior and physiology of fish and aquatic organisms download the poster
Two years in the making, the Water Quality Report was released in August, 2009.
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