News

Third summer of water monitoring kicks off on Martha’s Vineyard

This summer, the Coalition and partners at the Martha’s Vineyard Commission and the Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribe are undertaking a third year of studying the health of Vineyard Sound and four coastal ponds on the island’s north shore.

Help us protect two amazing properties on West Falmouth Harbor and Dartmouth’s Apponagansett Bay

The Coalition and local partners are seeking private buyers for three homes, in West Falmouth and South Dartmouth, on properties with natural resources that will be conserved to protect clean water.

278 swimmers raise $170,000 and counting for clean water at 26th annual Buzzards Bay Swim

278 swimmers dove into outer New Bedford Harbor on Saturday, June 22 to celebrate clean and healthy water in Buzzards Bay during the Buzzards Bay Coalition’s 26th annual Buzzards Bay Swim.

Gosnold voters unanimously approve Cuttyhunk preservation

Thanks to the support of Elizabeth Island residents, the Coalition is moving forward with an ambitious project that will protect Cuttyhunk Island’s unspoiled beauty forever.

31st Annual Meeting recognizes three exceptional Buzzards Bay Guardians

At our 31st Annual Meeting in Westport on May 21, the Coalition presented Michael Deland, Michael Gagne, and Wendy Northcross with Buzzards Bay Guardian Awards for their outstanding work to protect and restore the Bay.

Decision Makers Workshops present solutions to reduce nitrogen pollution and protect wetlands

Town officials and industry professionals gathered at two workshops to examine real-world solutions to local environmental problems.

An expert's guide to paddling Buzzards Bay

Whether you're a family looking for a relaxing adventure or an experienced paddler in need of a challenge, Osprey Sea Kayak Adventures owner Samantha Ladd has new places for you to explore.

Buzzards Bay health continuing to improve, as actions to protect clean water multiply

Bold actions to protect clean water are making a difference to Save Buzzards Bay. That’s what we saw on the Bay in the summer of 2018, according to data collected through our Baywatchers monitoring program.

Committed to clean water: Why this biologist returns year after year to the Buzzards Bay Swim

Chad Nusbaum is returning for his eighth Buzzards Bay Swim with his team "The Immigrants," the top fundraisers of the 2018 Swim.

Flurry of construction at Onset Bay Center will swap for summer of outdoor activity

Work on the Onset Bathhouse and Wickets Island will resume in the fall, after a summer of sailing, swimming, fishing, and exploration around Onset Bay.