| The Latest News from the Coalition |
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Protection of Pine Island Pond lands
will make Bay more resilient to
climate change
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The Bay’s capacity to adapt to climate change recently received a boost. This month, the Mattapoisett Land Trust (MLT) purchased 120 acres of woods and wetlands around Pine Island Pond, a partially enclosed bay off Mattapoisett Harbor surrounded by expanses of salt marsh. This project, a partnership led by the MLT and supported by the Buzzards Bay Coalition and the Town of Mattapoisett, was the first land conservation project to receive funding through the state’s Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Program, which supports towns’ efforts to become more resilient to climate change.
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Addressing the unintended consequences of composting
Composting is an environmental
positive — but compost that creates nitrogen pollution is not.
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Coalition expands response to salt marsh loss with first postdoctoral researcher
Researcher Alice Besterman will help test a method of restoring salt marshes and track their disappearance.
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 41 places to enjoy fall foliage in southeastern Massachusetts
Pull on a sweater and get outside to enjoy the colors of the season.
Look for Foliage »
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| Upcoming Events |
Mountainfilm on Tour
Saturday, November 2 · 3:30-9pm
New Bedford |
Morning Kayak and Coffee
Saturday, November 9 · 9-10:30am
Dartmouth |
Beach Art Workshop
Saturday, November 23 · 10am-2pm
Westport |
Nature Yoga for Kids
Wednesday, November 6 · 10-11am
Acushnet |
Mindfulness Walk
Saturday, November 9 · 1-2pm
Westport |
Five Mile Hike
Sunday, November 24 · 10am-1pm
Mattapoisett |
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| Updates from the Coalition |
- Learn how members and supporters have helped make a difference for clean water in the past year! The latest issue of the Bay Current, our annual print newsletter, is now available online. Learn about action to protect Buzzards Bay through advocacy, watershed protection, and community engagement, and how you can protect the Bay for future generations by donating today.
- Did you ride in or support the 2019 Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride on October 6? A record 307 cyclists, supported by over 150 volunteers, raised $220,000 and counting for clean water! See full results and photos.
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| Our gift to you: A new way to discover your Buzzards Bay |
Time and time again, we’ve seen that the people with the strongest commitment to protecting Buzzards Bay are those who use it, know it, and love it. That's why we created Discover Buzzards Bay, an online tool that helps local residents find unique and exciting ways to explore the outdoors, get some exercise, and connect with nature.
This year, we reached an exciting milestone when we passed 250 Places To Go on Discover Buzzards Bay. The website now features somewhere to explore in every town around the Bay, from Little Compton to Aquinnah — and with your help, it can continue to grow. By giving to the Annual Fund, you ensure that we can keep adding to Discover and introducing people to their new favorite place on the Bay, creating the stewards of tomorrow.
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The Coalition in the News
Read some of the latest news stories about Buzzards Bay and the Coalition:
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Join Our Team
Help us tell the many stories of your Buzzards Bay! The Coalition is seeking an efficient and experienced Communications Director to implement its strategic communications objectives. Apply to Rhonda Veugen with a resume and cover letter.
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| Help Us Prepare End-of-Year Mailings! |
Volunteers are needed to help fold letters and stuff and seal envelopes. You can commit to as much time as your schedule allows. Come meet other volunteers and enjoy a free lunch with Coalition staff! Parking passes will be provided for the Elm Street Parking Garage. To volunteer, contact Colin Zeigler. |
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