Robert Pomeroy, Richard Pollnac, Alexander Maas, Jonathon Peros, Sam Grimly, Anne Hayden, Teresa Johnson This report concerns the concept of catch-shares management in New England Fisheries. Concerns that stakeholders expressed in a Sea Grant survey commissioned by EDF to facilitate joint problem-solving are categorized and summarized. Free. Download here.
Pubs
Long Island Sound Curricular Resource Guide
Funded by the EPA Long Island Sound Study and edited by Diana Payne, the 148-page guide is a resource for educators teaching about Long Island Sound.
Visual Guide to Invasive Species in Long Island Sound
A set of 18 field cards in full color, printed on heavy waterproof paper and hung on a key ring. Includes some native species for comparison.
A Planting Guide for Riparian Sites Along the Connecticut Coast
This 8-page pamphlet, published in 2009, describes some of Connecticut’s coastal habitats, the functions and values of riparian buffers, and how to plant a riparian buffer. Such buffers can minimize the impacts of polluted runoff on water quality and coastal habitats.
Salt Marsh Plants of Long Island Sound
This 38-page guide provides an overview of salt marsh habitats in the Long Island Sound region, and includes 23 individual plant descriptions with color photos and line drawings. It has a centerfold depicting marsh habitats and the location of salt marsh plants within the marsh.
Connecticut River Tidal Marshes CD-Rom
This CD is intended for K-12 teachers and educators only. It contains a colorful and informative Power Point presentation about the natural resources of the lower Connecticut River. The area was designated a wetland of international importance under the RAMSAR convention. Contact Caitlyn Briggs or download order form.
Long Island Sound Educational Resources CD-Rom
This CD is intended for K-12 teachers and educators only. It contains several educational resources for the classroom.
Seaweeds of Long Island Sound- Second Edition
104 page, 4-color, lavishly illlustrated guide to the seaweeds of Long Island Sound. Topics include species identification and when, where, and how to collect and preserve specimens.
Seafood Buying Guide
Nancy Balcom Make the right choices for your health, your dinner, and the environment! Download PDF
Genetic Approaches for the Culture and Restoration of Bay Scallops
This manual addresses techniques and technology for developing genetic lines and genetic strategies to improve culture, stock enhancement, and restoration of the bay scallop.