Community involvement is core to our mission, and none of our efforts are possible without our eco-volunteers. Our current volunteer opportunities are listed below.
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- 9Shell Collection – Pick Up11:30 am - 1:30 pmPick up shells at City Island restaurants , ...
- 10Shell Collection – Delivery8:30 am - 10:30 amDeliver shells collected earlier in the week to the curing area at the Pelham Bay landfill , ...
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- 12Shell Collection – Pick Up11:30 am - 1:30 pmPick up shells at City Island restaurants , ...
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- 16Shell Collection – Pick Up11:30 am - 1:30 pmPick up shells at City Island restaurants , ...
- 17Shell Collection – Delivery8:30 am - 10:30 amDeliver shells collected earlier in the week to the curing area at the Pelham Bay landfill , ...
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- 19Shell Collection – Pick Up11:30 am - 1:30 pmPick up shells at City Island restaurants , ...
- 20Shell Collection – Delivery8:30 am - 10:30 amDeliver shells collected earlier in the week to the curing area at the Pelham Bay landfill , ...
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- 23Shell Collection – Pick Up11:30 am - 1:30 pmPick up shells at City Island restaurants , ...
- 24Shell Collection – Delivery8:30 am - 10:30 amDeliver shells collected earlier in the week to the curing area at the Pelham Bay landfill , ...
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- 26Shell Collection – Pick Up11:30 am - 1:30 pmPick up shells at City Island restaurants , ...
- 27Shell Collection – Delivery8:30 am - 10:30 amDeliver shells collected earlier in the week to the curing area at the Pelham Bay landfill , ...
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- 30Dive SurveyShell Collection – Pick Up11:30 am - 1:30 pmPick up shells at City Island restaurants , ...
- 31Shell Collection – Delivery8:30 am - 10:30 amDeliver shells collected earlier in the week to the curing area at the Pelham Bay landfill , ...
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Shell Collection
We are looking for some able-bodied clam diggers (or mussel suckers) to help collect oyster and clam shells, which are crucial to our reef-building efforts, from local restaurants. Although the work does not take long, it can be strenuous and a little dirty at times. Our shell collection work is done in concert with the Billion Oyster Project Shell Collection Network.
Oyster Research Station Hands-On Experience
Get hands on with our Oyster Research Stations. You’ll learn how to properly measure an oyster, how to identify biodiversity found in the cage, and how oyster reefs contribute to the health of the coastal ecosystem. Great for all ages! Gloves are recommended. The Oyster Research Stations are monitored in partnership with the Billion Oyster Project.
Water-Quality Monitoring
Enjoy a sunrise paddle around City Island while you learn about water-quality monitoring and how water-quality parameters, such as dissolved oxygen, pH, and turbidity, affect oysters. Kayakers and paddle boarders are welcome; must bring your own kayak or paddle board. Everyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and all who participate must sign a waiver before we launch. Meet at 89 Horton for a 6 a.m. launch.
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