The Restoration of West Falmouth Harbor

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Friday, June 29, 2018
1:00pm - 6:00pm
Simon Center for the Arts at Falmouth Academy
Simon Center for the Arts at Falmouth Academy
7 Highfield St.
Falmouth, MA 02540

Learn about what can be done to speed up the recovery of Buzzards Bay’s most nitrogen-degraded harbor and protect property values. Public presentations will take place from 1-5pm, with a reception from 5-6pm.

Presentations will include:

  • Scientific information about the current state of the harbor’s health
  • Status of the town wastewater treatment plant upgrade
  • How new septic system installations are cleaning up the harbor’s shoreline
  • Other activities such as oyster restoration

Cost: Free

For more information:
Phone: (508) 999-6363 x222
Category: Buzzards Bay Coalition
Hosted By: Buzzards Bay Coalition, West Falmouth Boat Club & West Falmouth Village Association
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Algae growing on West Falmouth Harbor
Nitrogen pollution is a big problem for coastal waterways like West Falmouth Harbor. It fuels the growth of algae, which makes the water cloudy and lines boats and beaches with green muck.

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