News

Conservation on Cuttyhunk ‘a very big deal’

Voluntary conservation restrictions, planned land purchases by the Buzzards Bay Coalition and land grants to the Massachusetts Audubon Society, could limit or stop development on about half of the bucolic island forever.

Westport Fishermen’s Association Merger

The Westport Fishermen’s Association (WFA) was founded in 1983 to serve as the Westport River’s grassroots advocate for clean, healthy water and marine habitats. In 2018, 35 years after it was founded, the WFA merged with the Coalition to sustain and grow its legacy of accomplishments.

Westport Fishermen’s Association merges with Coalition to continue and strengthen legacy of advocacy for Westport River

Thirty-five years after its founding as Westport's grassroots advocate, the WFA has found a strong ally in the Coalition to sustain and grow its legacy work.

8 coastal farms around Buzzards Bay you can explore

Sheep farms, hayfields, dairy pastures, vegetable patches, orchards – there are numerous farms, both working and retired, where you can take in some fresh air and absorb the area's rich agricultural history on a walk.

Marion Science & Field Operations Center will support Bay science, land protection, and outdoor engagement

The Coalition has completed its newest permanent facility: a field operations center that will serve as the centerpiece for our extensive environmental science and land stewardship work.

Septic system upgrades in West Falmouth will demonstrate new nitrogen-reducing technologies at fire station, theatre company

Two upcoming septic system upgrades will deploy new state-of-the-art technologies to reduce nitrogen pollution as part of the Coalition’s ongoing effort to help restore the harbor’s health.

Record 242 cyclists raise over $162K for clean water at 12th annual Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride

A record 242 cyclists pedaled across Southeastern New England on Sunday during the largest-ever Buzzards Bay Watershed Ride, raising $162,500 and counting to support the Coalition’s work.

Coalition acquires Westport River watershed forests from Greater Fall River Land Conservancy

The Coalition will ensure permanent protection for these lands, which safeguard water flowing to the Westport River.

Project to reduce pollution in upper Buzzards Bay waterways moves ahead with $419K grant

The Coalition is spearheading an innovative partnership that would reduce tens of thousands of pounds of nitrogen pollution from the upper portion of Buzzards Bay each year.

Bourne cyclist rides for new bike path along Cape Cod’s Buzzards Bay coastline

Ken Cheitlin is riding the 2018 Watershed Ride to raise support for a proposed 26.2-mile bike path running from Sandwich to Woods Hole.