Another Successful Season at Soundview Park Oyster Reef

October 6th marked the end of yet another successful field season at our growing oyster reef in Soundview Park in the Bronx. Working with our partners, Hudson River Foundation and NYC Parks (among others), Baykeeper staff and our eco-volunteers helped to construct and monitor an ongoing oyster reef restoration project. Volunteers had the opportunity to get in the water with waders and see the oyster reef up close. Observing oyster growth and survival, along with associated fauna, we were able to follow the oyster spat throughout the summer. While we will not be in the field until next spring, this winter our oyster staff will be busy planning more volunteer dates and organizing fundraisers with our new partner, Finlandia Vodka. We’re looking forward to seeing you all again in the spring! If you are interested in joining our mailing list for future eco-volunteer meetings, please email Allison atallison@nynjbaykeeper.org