Peconic Bay Scallop Technical Review Committee
2024-03-28 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Southampton Marine Station (SBU) 8 Little Neck Rd, Southampton, NY 11968 Conference room on the second floor
Join us for the our Spring 2024 Peconic Bay Scallop Technical Review Committee meeting where we will be discussing the plans for the 2024 season. This meeting will be offered in hybrid modality, with an in-person location and a virtual option via Zoom.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/93523258749?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 935 2325 8749 Passcode: [REDACTED]

PEP Management Committee Meeting
2024-04-17 10:00 - 12:30 | NEW Town of Riverhead Town Hall 4 W 2nd St, Riverhead, NY 11901, 4 W 2nd St, Riverhead, New York, 11901, United States
This is an invitation to our April 2024 PEP Management Committee meeting. Details for this meeting will be finalized two weeks before the meeting date. Please email Jade.blennau@stonybrook.edu for additional details. Excited to see you then!

PEP Water Quality Collaborative
2024-04-18 10:00 - 12:00
Join Zoom Meetinghttps://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/93331766195?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 933 3176 6195Passcode: [REDACTED]

Talk Dirt to Me: Sustainable Land Care Symposium and Info Fair
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:30 | Springs Community Presbyterian Church East Hampton, NY, 5 Old Stone Hwy, East Hampton, New York, United States
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Springs Community Presbyterian Church, East Hampton, NY

Registration: https://e.givesmart.com/events/BWu/

This Earth Day, learn how to cultivate beauty and nature in your own backyard through a sustainable land care panel discussion followed by an information fair.

Hosted by Perfect Earth Project and Co-Sponsored by Accabonac Protection Committee.

PEP Local Government Committee Meeting
2024-05-08 10:00 - 11:30
Please join us for our May 2024 Peconic Estuary Partnership Local Government Committee meeting. This will be a hybrid meeting with an in-person location TBD. Please see the zoom link within this invitation if you cannot join us in person.

Valerie Virgona is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Topic: PEP Local Government Committee MeetingTime: May 8, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meetinghttps://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/91937671997?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 919 3767 1997Passcode: [REDACTED]

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Septic Savvy Citizens: Septic Upgrade Outreach Panel
2024-05-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Cutchogue New Suffolk Free Library, 27550 Main Rd, Cuthogue, New York, United States
May 8th 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Cutchogue New Suffolk Library

Registration: https://cutchogue.librarycalendar.com/event/septic-savvy-citizens-septic-upgrade-outreach-panel-41887

Join Peconic Baykeeper for a panel discussion at the Cutchogue New Suffolk Library on the importance of septic upgrades. This discussion is designed to help the community explore the process of septic upgrades, the environmental benefits of upgrading and to address questions or concerns raised by the public. Community members will have an opportunity to submit questions prior to the event and in person on the evening of the event. The panel will be composed of Southold Town Supervisor Al Krupski, Pete Topping, Executive Director & Baykeeper of Peconic Baykeeper, Bob DeLuca, President of Group for the East End, Bryan McGowin and Kevin McGowin of Advanced Wastewater Solutions, Valerie Virgona, Outreach Coordinator for Peconic Estuary Partnership and Julia Priolo Suffolk County Department of Health Services.

PEP Policy Committee Meeting
2024-05-15 10:00 - 12:30 | NEW Town of Riverhead Town Hall 4 W 2nd St, Riverhead, NY 11901, 4 W 2nd St, Riverhead, New York, 11901, United States
This is an invitation to our May 2024 PEP Policy Committee meeting. Details for this meeting will be finalized two weeks before the meeting date. Please email Jade.blennau@stonybrook.edu for additional details. Excited to see you then!

PEP Technical Advisory Committee - Spring 2024 meeting
2024-05-16 10:00 - 12:00

PEP Citizens' Advisory Committee Meeting
2024-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Peconic Baykeeper, 167 Red Creek Rd, Hampton Bays, New York, 11946, United States
Thursday, June 13, 6-8pm

Please join PEP for a CAC Meeting at PBK’s office in Hampton Bays! We will hear updates from partners on PEP- funded projects, and discuss priorities for the estuary and watershed.

Please bring a folding chair/beach chair as we have limited seating. We will have some food and refreshments, feel free to bring a dish/snack/beverage yourself!

Peconic Estuary Seagrass Restoration Volunteer Opportunity
2024-07-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-15 16:00 - 19:00
Date and Time: Sunday, July 14, 2-4pm & Monday, July 15, 4-7pm

Description:Assist the Peterson Lab in implementing seagrass restoration for the Peconic Estuary Program Groundwater Refugia Project devoted to locating cool zones for eelgrass meadows within our warming estuaries. Separate/weave shoots to prepare for planting.Parking: in gravel lot after you pass marine stationCome prepared: Closed-toed shoes, water, & ready to weave!!

RSVP: https://forms.gle/QPnjXHLNcmEDfwRZ7

Volunteers Needed at the Long Island Complex!
2024-08-10 09:00 - 12:00
Want to make a difference for Long Island’s wildlife this summer?

The Long Island Complex (LIC) is hosting a series of invasive species removal workdays, and we need your help. By volunteering, you will:

Restore native habitats for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife.

Improve the overall health of the refuge ecosystem.

Learn about local plants and the importance of conservation.

No experience is necessary! Training will be provided on identifying invasive species and safe removal techniques. Tools and equipment will also be supplied.

Join us on Saturdays from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm:

July 20th: Wertheim NWR

July 27th: Target Rock NWR

August 3rd: Wertheim NWR

August 10th: Elizabeth A. Morton NWR

Volunteers must contact Biological Science Technician Brooke Shellman to RSVP at brooke_shellman@fws.gov or call 631-289-0485 ext. 2132.

Spread the word! We encourage you to share this opportunity with your friends, family, and anyone you know interested in conservation.

PEP Technical Advisory Committee - Summer 2024 meeting
2024-08-15 10:00 - 12:00

PEP Local Government Committee Meeting
2024-08-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Southampton Marine Station (SBU) 8 Little Neck Rd, Southampton, NY 11968 Conference room on the second floor
Please join us for our August 2024 Peconic Estuary Partnership Local Government Committee meeting. This meeting will be hybrid with an in-person option at the Southampton Marine Station (8 Little Neck Road, Southampton, NY 11968) and a hybrid option via Zoom (see link below).

Valerie Virgona is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.Topic: PEP Local Government Committee MeetingTime: Aug 28, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Join Zoom Meetinghttps://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/93719354011?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 937 1935 4011Passcode: [REDACTED]

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International Coastal Cleanup - Beach Cleanup at Elizabeth Morton National Wildlife Refuge
2024-09-21 09:00 - 13:00 | ELIZABETH A. MORTON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, 2595 Noyack Rd, Sag Harbor, New York, 11963, United States
Please contact Jaime Jaillet to RSVP at jaime_jaillet@fws.govor call 631-286-0485 ext. 2154

*Cancelled* PEP Citizens' Advisory Committee Meeting
2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | übergeek Brewing Company, 400 Hallett Ave, Riverhead, New York, 11901, United States
Apologies, this meeting has been cancelled.

PEP Mini Grant Zoom Q&A
2024-10-10 02:00 - 14:30
Attend our virtual Q&A session!Thursday October 10th, 20242:00-2:30pm

Zoom Meeting Link: https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/97651000776?pwd=[REDACTED] Meeting ID: 976 5100 0776 Passcode: [REDACTED]

PEP Mini Grants

PEP Joint Policy and Management Committee Meeting
2024-10-30 10:00 - 12:30 | Montaukett Learning Resource Center- Library (MLRC), Montaukett Learning Resource Center- Library (MLRC)Suffolk County Community College, 121 Speonk-Riverhead Road, Riverhead, NY 11901
This is an invitation to our October 2024 PEP Joint Policy & Management Committee meeting.

Link to Cal

Briefing Materials Folder: HERE

Please email Jade.blennau@stonybrook.edu for additional details. Excited to see you then!

PEP Natural Resources Sub Committee Meeting
2024-11-20 10:00 - 12:00
The Natural Resources Sub Committee Meeting will be on 11/20/25 from 10:00AM to 12:00PM.

Location:

Montaukett Library (MLRC)

Suffolk County Community College, Riverhead, NY

Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting
2024-11-20 18:00 - 20:00 | übergeek Brewing Company, 400 Hallett Ave, Riverhead, New York, 11901, United States
The Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) consists of members of the public that have interest in preserving and protecting the Peconic Estuary. The CAC is an autonomous group. Additional individuals may join the CAC as they please. Involvement of the CAC is vital in the success of the PEP as the citizens who are involved act as PEP ambassadors to the communities and groups within the Peconic Estuary watershed.

Through the CAC, the Peconic Estuary Partnership continues to educate, involve, and gain the support of the public. The CAC continues to play a vital role in the Peconic Estuary Partnership by functioning as a forum for discussion and education.

Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeulyX00ZkB9OIZRYBq7wDHmsk–QC6NoeTIjOTSowJCq852Q/viewform

Application Deadline: PEP Water Quality Outreach Specialist
2024-12-04 23:59
The Peconic Estuary Partnership (PEP) Water Quality Outreach Specialist

This position will assist in the development and execution of community outreach as it relates to water quality, specifically with a focus on reducing nutrient pollution and stormwater related pollution to the Peconic watershed.

For more information and to apply, visit: https://stonybrooku.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2403362&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York

Winter Watershed Walk Series with PBK - Broad Cove
2024-12-13 10:00 - 11:00
Broad Cove, Overlook Drive, Aquebogue, NY 11931

Join Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership for our third year of Winter Watershed Walk Series! This year’s series features four new and different locations around the Peconic Estuary. We are hitting the trails again this winter to explore some of the beautiful locations around the Peconic Estuary. This is a great chance to learn more about the coastal habitats in the watershed. Walks are open to all ages, please register ahead of time so we may contact you in the event of a cancellation or rescheduling.

Please dress for your comfort, warm layers, hats and gloves are encouraged. We will plan to meet at the trail head and begin walks shortly after our given start time if you are running late or can no longer attend a walk you have signed up for please let us know. We will do our best to wait for all confirmed registrants.

This year we are starting a new Winter Watershed Walk Challenge and a new tradition! Attend all four walks, get a stamp on your Winter Watershed Walk Card and win a swag bag from Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership! Swag bag includes t-shirts and hats, tote bag, reusable water bottle, and pet waste bag dispenser! As for our new tradition join us back at the trailhead after the walk for hot chocolate! We’ll bring the thermos, you bring a reusable mug!

Peconic Bay Scallop Season Panel Discussion
2024-12-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Cutchogue New Suffolk Free Library, 27550 Main Road, Cuthogue, New York, 11935, United States
Join Peconic Baykeeper and the Peconic Estuary Partnership on Wednesday December 18th, 6:00pm, at the Cutchogue New Suffolk Free Library for a panel discussion on the 2024 Peconic Bay Scallop Season. We will be joined by expert panelists, who are studying the scallop populations, who have harvested scallops commercially and recreationally, and are ready to answer your questions about this year’s season. Please register here!

PEP Technical Advisory Committee Meeting
2025-01-08 10:00 - 12:00
The Technical Advisory Committee Meeting will be on 1/8/25 from 10:00AM to 1:00PM.

Location:

Montaukett Library (MLRC)

Suffolk County Community College, Riverhead, NY

Winter Watershed Walk Series with PBK - Peconic Bog County Park
2025-01-11 10:00 - 11:00
(Trail TBD Address Forthcoming!)

Join Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership for our third year of Winter Watershed Walk Series! This year’s series features four new and different locations around the Peconic Estuary. We are hitting the trails again this winter to explore some of the beautiful locations around the Peconic Estuary. This is a great chance to learn more about the coastal habitats in the watershed. Walks are open to all ages, please register ahead of time so we may contact you in the event of a cancellation or rescheduling.

Please dress for your comfort, warm layers, hats and gloves are encouraged. We will plan to meet at the trail head and begin walks shortly after our given start time if you are running late or can no longer attend a walk you have signed up for please let us know. We will do our best to wait for all confirmed registrants.

This year we are starting a new Winter Watershed Walk Challenge and a new tradition! Attend all four walks, get a stamp on your Winter Watershed Walk Card and win a swag bag from Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership! Swag bag includes t-shirts and hats, tote bag, reusable water bottle, and pet waste bag dispenser! As for our new tradition join us back at the trailhead after the walk for hot chocolate! We’ll bring the thermos, you bring a reusable mug!

PEP Natural Resources Sub Committee Meeting
2025-02-05 10:00 - 12:00
The Natural Resources Sub Committee Meeting will be on 2/5/25 from 10:00AM to 12:00PM.

Location:

Montaukett Library (MLRC)

Suffolk County Community College, Riverhead, NY

Winter Watershed Walk Series with PBK - Conscience Point & Wolf Swamp
2025-02-14 10:00 - 11:00
1640 Conscience Point Rd, Southampton, NY 11968 & 188 Millstone Brook Rd, Southampton, NY 11968

Join Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership for our third year of Winter Watershed Walk Series! This year’s series features four new and different locations around the Peconic Estuary. We are hitting the trails again this winter to explore some of the beautiful locations around the Peconic Estuary. This is a great chance to learn more about the coastal habitats in the watershed. Walks are open to all ages, please register ahead of time so we may contact you in the event of a cancellation or rescheduling.

Please dress for your comfort, warm layers, hats and gloves are encouraged. We will plan to meet at the trail head and begin walks shortly after our given start time if you are running late or can no longer attend a walk you have signed up for please let us know. We will do our best to wait for all confirmed registrants.

This year we are starting a new Winter Watershed Walk Challenge and a new tradition! Attend all four walks, get a stamp on your Winter Watershed Walk Card and win a swag bag from Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership! Swag bag includes t-shirts and hats, tote bag, reusable water bottle, and pet waste bag dispenser! As for our new tradition join us back at the trailhead after the walk for hot chocolate! We’ll bring the thermos, you bring a reusable mug!

PEP Management Committee Meeting
2025-02-26 00:00 - 00:30
February 2025 PEP Management Committee meeting.

Please reach out with questions or inquiries about briefing materials.

Location:

Suffolk County Community College, 121 Speonk-Riverhead Road, Riverhead, NY 11901

Montaukett Learning Resource Center- Library (MLRC)

Links to: College Map; Google Map

PEP Citizens' Advisory Committee - Albany Education Trip
2025-03-04 05:00 - 19:00
PEP Citizens’ Advisory Committee will be holding an Albany Education Day on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. The purpose of this trip is to bring passionate stakeholders to meet with NYS representatives in order to discuss the importance of the Peconic Estuary and Watershed, and the environmental priorities for the area. PEP will arrange transportation from Riverhead to and from Albany. Please join us!

Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEybQyUunkRXARPJ-qb9cGmut69gvMOLrQoESBLL1xWcblrQ/viewform?usp=sharing

Winter Watershed Walk Series with PBK - Mashomack Preserve
2025-03-15 10:00 - 11:30
79 S Ferry Rd, Shelter Island, NY 11964

Join Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership for our third year of Winter Watershed Walk Series! This year’s series features four new and different locations around the Peconic Estuary. We are hitting the trails again this winter to explore some of the beautiful locations around the Peconic Estuary. This is a great chance to learn more about the coastal habitats in the watershed. Walks are open to all ages, please register ahead of time so we may contact you in the event of a cancellation or rescheduling.

Please dress for your comfort, warm layers, hats and gloves are encouraged. We will plan to meet at the trail head and begin walks shortly after our given start time if you are running late or can no longer attend a walk you have signed up for please let us know. We will do our best to wait for all confirmed registrants.

This year we are starting a new Winter Watershed Walk Challenge and a new tradition! Attend all four walks, get a stamp on your Winter Watershed Walk Card and win a swag bag from Peconic Baykeeper and Peconic Estuary Partnership! Swag bag includes t-shirts and hats, tote bag, reusable water bottle, and pet waste bag dispenser! As for our new tradition join us back at the trailhead after the walk for hot chocolate! We’ll bring the thermos, you bring a reusable mug!
