Connecticut Sea Grant-UConn Extension project focuses on helping older adults prepare for emergencies on Connecticut’s coast.
Author: Judy Benson
Article highlights Foundations of Shellfish Farming course
Article published in Inside Investigator describes how enrollment in a new program offered through the UConn tripled this year. “Foundations of Shellfish Farming Training” is a 12-week course.
Sugar kelp nutritional and health concerns fact sheet is here
Laboratory analysis of kelp samples from five Long Island Sound farms shows that the native seaweed can be a nutritious, low-risk food to add to a healthy diet. The test results are described in a fact sheet now available from Connecticut Sea Grant and UConn Extension.
New Wrack Lines explores the place-community connection
“Building community around the places we love,” is the theme of the new Wrack Lines. Learn about Six Lakes Park coalition, Riverfront Recapture, MyCoast CT, CT land conservation conference, photo-videographer Tomas Koeck and National Geographic explorer walking around the world.
Guide to Some Common Seaweeds of Long Island Sound’s Rocky Shore
To request a pdf of the “Guide to Some Common Seaweeds of Long Island Sound,” send an email to: Judy Benson at: judy.benson@uconn.edu. Jpeg version available for download.
Compound flood hazard assessment mapper webinar
Join the U.S. Geological Survey to learn about the Custom Flood Hazard Assessment Mapper in this June 11 webinar from 11 a.m. to noon. Hosted by the CT and NY Sea Grant programs and the Long Island Sound Partnership.
Respond by May 29 to LIS Marine Debris Action Plan Progress Report
Long Island Sound Marine Debris Action Plan partners are asked to report progress by May 29.
‘Wandering with Water’ teacher workshop this summer
The workshop will be offered as part of the Long Island Sound Mentor Teacher program from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 22 at Danbury High School.
Answer survey and help CTSG serve the community better
CTSG is undergoing its Strategic Planning for the grant cycle that starts in 2028, and we would like to hear from you! Please help us identify priorities that are important to you and that Sea Grant should consider addressing by filling in a short survey.
Kelp Fest: open house, cooking classes, farm tour and more!
The Yellow Farmhouse Education Center and Stonington Kelp Company will host Kelp Fest, a month-long celebration from April 26 to May 27. Events will include cooking classes, a kelp farm boat tour and more!