On March 21, 2023 the East Hampton Town Trustees opened Georgica Pond to the ocean. The goal of this early spring letting is to provide tidal exchange between the ocean and the pond. Increased salinity, oxygen and the migration of fish and other organisms are
Focus will be I/A septic systems at Georgica and Sagaponack Ponds. We’re very excited to announce that Thomas Varley has been hired as the Watershed Manager for Georgica and Sagaponack Ponds. In collaboration with the Peconic Land Trust, Tom has joined the staff
They Gave Us Rain Gardens Editorial February 2, 2023 Tremendous public interest in advance of Wednesday’s East Hampton Town Planning Board hearing on the projected effects of a massive commercial development in Wainscott indicates that residents are paying attention. While the developers
Birds of Prey at Georgica Pond Birds of Prey or raptors hold a special appeal to many. They are bold, brave, strong and big, and easy to see in most cases. At Georgica Pond there are a number of raptors that either
No More Excuses The wait is over. Septic incentive program grants are no longer taxable! Due to a political bungle, the septic improvement program grants from the State, County and Town have to date been taxable. Thanks to some skillful negotiating and