Georgica Pond, fall 2020
The East Hampton Town Trustees opened Georgica Pond yesterday. The twice yearly opening restores the pond and promotes the migration of fish and other species.… Read more
The Little Fish that Could
There is perhaps no other fish better adapted to the conditions at Georgica Pond than the Mummichog (Fundulus heteroclitus). This small, plain-looking fish plays a major role in the ecology of Georgica Pond, is an important economic resource, … Read more
Woodchip Box Polishing Units
By Dr. Stuart Waugh, Dr. Chris Gobler and Caitlin Asato
The New York Center For Clean Water Technology
If you’re planning to install a new low-nitrogen septic system, the addition of a simple box of woodchips to the system can … Read more
Juan Trippe and the Big Hole at Georgica Pond
“In one fell swoop, we have shrunken the earth.”
—Juan Trippe.
There is perhaps no single individual in recent history who had more of an impact on Georgica Pond than Juan Trippe. This may be surprising to some, but as … Read more
Notice! How to legally harvest Blue Crabs
Harvesting Blue Crabs at Georgica Pond is a time honored tradition. For the past week there has been an overcrowding of crabbers in violation of the Town Code rules on shellfishing. The marine patrol has stepped up their patrols and … Read more
Georgica Pond Water Quality Alert
In recent days the water quality of Georgica Pond has significantly deteriorated.
Why is this happening?
As summer progresses, the pond water warms and nutrients and bacteria continue to flow into the pond, making conditions ripe for explosive plant growth … Read more