Residents who want to give back to the environment and help protect the shoreline are invited to join Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and members of the Town Board at Dune Day, scheduled for Saturday, March 26th at TOBAY Beach at 10 a.m. This volunteer opportunity allows residents to plant dune grass along the shoreline.
Supervisor Saladino stated, “The Dune Stabilization Project brings together residents of all ages in an effort to protect and preserve our beautiful shoreline and environment by planting stalks of dune grass. This is a wonderful volunteer opportunity for students, scouts, families, organizations and anyone who has a passion for protecting Mother Nature.”
The Dune Stabilization Project helps preserve our beach and barrier island for future generations, Volunteers work alongside Town officials and crews, as well as residents from across the Town who share an interest in helping preserve TOBAY Beach.
Dunes along our south shore continue to face environmentally damaging storms that have a significant impact on the beach. Statistics indicate that the planting of dune grass provides a natural shield that is perfect for withstanding storm surges and high winds.
Residents interested in volunteering or seeking additional information, may contact the Department of Environmental Resources at (516) 677-5943, via email at environmental@oysterbay-ny.gov