Protecting the Great South Bay starts with education—and this visit was a powerful reminder of why that matters.
Thank you to West Islip High School and science teacher Brian Haldenwang for welcoming Andy and Ava from the Great South Bay Oyster Project into your classrooms. Educating the next generation of environmental stewards is a core part of our mission, and it was inspiring to connect students to the real-world science behind protecting our Bay.
The West Islip community has been a steadfast partner—supporting not only our Oyster Project, but also our Creek Defender program and advocacy efforts for the DZUZ Fastener Co. remediation. Their engagement shows a deep understanding of how local action on land directly impacts water quality in the Bay.
Students truly went above and beyond, presenting us with a $670 donation raised in support of our programs. We are incredibly grateful for their generosity, leadership, and commitment to protecting the Great South Bay.
This is what stewardship looks like: learning, taking action, and standing up for the places we love. 🌊🦪