This article is the first in a series which will follow the work of the New York Natural Heritage Program, and a team of scientists as they complete a year-long comprehensive field study of the fauna and flora of Plum Island, NY.
Steve Resler, retired scientist and active diver, tells us why Plum Island is the perfect site for underwater research and exploration.
Federal government’s planned sale of island would put endangered wildlife at risk.
You’re invited! The first joint show of two artists: John Sargent in pastel and paint, and Bob Lorenz in photography. Opening Reception Thursday, November 6th 5:00 to 7:30 pm Light refreshments provided. RSVP to tarcher@ctenvironment.org or 203-787-0646 x117 Acton Library 60 Old Boston Post Road Old Saybrook, Connecticut You’ll enjoy beautiful depictions of Plum and engage […]
This guest post by Senator Richard Blumenthal highlights the need for federal conservation measures to protect Plum Island. Save the Sound thanks Senator Blumenthal for his longstanding role as a champion of Plum Island.
2013 was another exciting and successful year for the Connecticut Fund for the Environment and its program, Save the Sound. We helped secure $1 billion for Connecticut’s Clean Water Fund to help towns pay for much-needed sewer system upgrades. We have been working on a number of land conservation projects, including thousands of acres in […]
