Greenwich Land Trust and SoundWaters Launch Shell Island Restoration Project
Shell Island Restoration Effort Launched By SoundWaters, Greenwich Land Trust
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The Greenwich Land Trust and SoundWaters have initiated a restoration project for Shell Island, supported by funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. The project aims to remove invasive species, establish a coastal grassland meadow, and improve dune habitats, starting in June 2023.
- 01The restoration project will begin in June 2023 and is funded by the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
- 02Key activities include removing invasive plant species and establishing a one-acre coastal grassland meadow.
- 03The project aims to restore one of Long Island Sound’s ecologically significant coastal habitats.
- 04SoundWaters will provide educational sails and volunteer opportunities to engage the community in the restoration effort.
- 05Greenwich Land Trust's Executive Director, Will Kies, emphasizes the importance of environmental stewardship and education in this initiative.
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On May 17, the Greenwich Land Trust hosted a sailing event to announce the upcoming restoration of Shell Island, set to begin in June 2023. This initiative, supported by funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, aims to enhance the ecological health of one of Long Island Sound's vital coastal habitats. The project will focus on removing invasive plant species, creating a one-acre coastal grassland meadow, and improving dune habitats. SoundWaters, based in Stamford, will collaborate with the Greenwich Land Trust by offering educational sails, youth field visits, and volunteer stewardship opportunities. Will Kies, Executive Director of the Greenwich Land Trust, highlighted the shared commitment to environmental stewardship between the organizations, noting the importance of community engagement in understanding and protecting the Long Island Sound ecosystem. This multi-year restoration effort is expected to significantly benefit local biodiversity and habitat conditions.
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The restoration of Shell Island is expected to enhance local biodiversity and improve habitat conditions for various species in Long Island Sound.
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