| The Latest News from the Coalition |
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| (Yet another) Federal court victory upholds Bay oil spill prevention rules |
They keep losing, but that hasn’t stopped the oil industry from trying to undo the Massachusetts Oil Spill Prevention Act (MOSPA). For the 4th time in a little more than a decade, the Coalition has assisted in successfully defending Buzzards Bay’s hallmark protection law.
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 Registration now open for the 2020 Buzzards Bay Swim
If there was ever a year to participate, this is the one. The 27th Buzzards Bay Swim promises to be bigger and better than ever.
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 Baywatchers data highlights path to protecting Bay shellfish
Using Coalition water quality data, scientists in Woods Hole have uncovered a new reason to reduce nitrogen pollution.
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 8 hot outdoor activities for cold winter days
When cabin fever strikes, there’s no better way to chase off winter’s chill than with some time spent outdoors.
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| Upcoming Events |
Oyster Stew Supper
Thursday, Feb. 6 · 6pm
Westport |
Seal & Seabird Cruise
Sunday, Feb. 9 · 10am
Falmouth |
Saturday at the Sawmill
Saturday, Feb. 15 · 10am
Acushnet |
Mindfulness Walk
Saturday, Feb. 8 · 1pm
Rochester |
Itty Bitty Explorers
Tuesday, Feb. 11 · 10am
Acushnet |
Maple Tapping
Saturday, Feb. 22 · 10am
Marion |
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| Corporate support for the Coalition speaks volumes about your business to customers and employees |
You love the beauty of Buzzards Bay and the quality of our local environment here in southeastern Massachusetts, and so do your employees and customers. So why not show it by supporting the Coalition. You'll be in good company—The Buzzards Bay Coalition represents nearly 11,000 residents and businesses.
As a corporate member, your business can show your commitment to clean water while providing important annual support that helps to preserve the health of our rivers, forests, harbors, and coves. In return, your business will receive exclusive benefits that promote your brand, engage your employees, and show our appreciation for your support.
For more information about corporate support, please contact Donna Cobert at (508) 999-6363 x209.
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| Updates from the Coalition |
- Mark your calendar for Earth Day 2020. April 22, 2020 will be the 50th anniversary of this annual celebration of the environment and the Coalition is partnering with other New Bedford nonprofit organizations to plan a full slate of events for the 50th anniversary observance.
- Watch for pop-ups. Snow can be great fun, when it decides to visit our Bay and watershed. We plan to be ready for the white stuff. Our Snow Day Snowshoe Pop-Up event is just waiting for some significant snowfall. When it finally happens, visit the calendar of events to get all the details.
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| Be A River Herring Hero! |
 Our herring monitoring program is starting in March and we are looking for volunteers who are interested in helping monitor a staple of our natural environment, the river herring. Volunteers will check our electronic counters, monitor the location and remove any obstructions that may float downriver. If you are interested please contact our Director of Monitoring Tony Williams. |
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