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Marion’s ‘Sail Bags’ cruise around Buzzards Bay for exercise, team spirit, and clean water

For the second year in a row, Will Saltonstall and several of his friends are cycling in the Watershed Ride as members of the team “Sail Bags,” a group of locals with a shared interest in sailing.

Coalition breaks ground on Marion Field Operations Facility

The Coalition has broken ground on our newest permanent facility: a field operations center that will serve as a centerpiece for all our environmental science and land stewardship work.

The #1 thing you can do to save Buzzards Bay? Upgrade your septic system. Here’s how you can this fall.

Be part of the solution by upgrading your septic system to reduce Buzzards Bay's biggest source of harmful nitrogen pollution.

Coalition supports Round Hill marsh restoration in Dartmouth

The Coalition is a strong supporter of the Round Hill salt marsh restoration project because it has a myriad of benefits for our local environment as well as for Dartmouth residents.

‘Team Buzzards Bay’ raises over $32,000 for clean water at Falmouth Road Race

With 20 runners racing 7 miles on August 20, Team Buzzards Bay triumphed over the crowds and heat to raise an incredible $32,000 for clean water in Buzzards Bay.

Dartmouth cyclist rides for a cause: ‘Straws Suck’ Watershed Ride team battles single-use plastics

Ann Parson of South Dartmouth is doing something a little different for her third Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride this October: raising awareness of the harmful effects of single-use plastics like straws, coffee pods, and grocery bags on our environment.

Two treasured coastal farms on Buzzards Bay protected this summer

This summer, the Coalition permanently conserved two treasured coastal farms in Fairhaven and Dartmouth to protect clean water, preserve coastal habitats, and create new places for people like you to explore.

How to protect yourself from ticks and insects on your next walk

When you’re outside on a walk or hike, take these simple precautions to keep you and your family safe from ticks and other insects.

This Rochester teen biked 35 miles for clean water last year. Now she’s getting her whole school involved.

When Emma Keeler, 16, successfully biked 35 miles from Rochester to Woods Hole at last year’s Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride, she vowed she would return in 2017 – and this time, she promised to bring some friends along.

5 places to rent a kayak or paddleboard on Buzzards Bay

Try your hand at paddling without having to purchase any gear – these five local outfitters rent kayaks and stand-up paddleboards so you can set off on a paddling adventure today.