Our waters are an integral part of life for us, making Long Island a desirable place to live. The Marine Program, which became part of CCE Suffolk in 1985, is known and respected nationally and internationally. Its mission is to protect our waters, providing a clean environment for our fish, fowl, and plants.
Our researchers and educator inform Long Islanders how we can each do our part to safeguard our environment. Projects have been designed to bring back our once thriving eelgrass and shellfish populations, ensure our commercial fishing industry continues to thrive while limiting bycatch, provide public education about the environmental consequences of stormwater runoff, and introduce our young people to marine sciences and marine life on Long Island.
For the full list of Marine Events click here.
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Cook a Fish Give a Fish, January 26th, 6-8 p.m., East End Food Market. More information here. |
Fisheries Quarterly Newsletter The Fall 2022 edition of the newsletter is available here. CCE Fisheries Team has exciting projects, events, and initiatives to educate and enhance our local fisheries. |
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Our 2022 membership drive is underway! By becoming a member of the Back to the Bays Initiative, you will be directly supporting the efforts of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County’s Marine Program. More information here. |
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We have officially launched the On the Water + In the Field Blog! This is where we'll be showcasing the many projects and initiatives of the CCE Marine Team, and providing the most recent updates on our applied research, restoration, and education activities. More information here. |
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ArtSea Nights + Brush Strokes for the Bays Painting Sessions These crowd-pleasing "create and sip" events allow guests to learn about our local marine environment while creating a bay- themed work of art! More information here. |
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Want to volunteer for CCE Marine?
Contact Hazel Wodehouse for more information. |
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Darci Bielenda
Marine Program Sr. Administrative Assistant SCMELC
db695@cornell.edu
631-852-8660 ext. 21
Last updated January 5, 2023