I am writing to let you know about two recent developments that will affect Accabonac Harbor. The first is a conditional shellfishing program in the northern section of Accabonac Harbor. The second development is modifications to the Town code that we hope will accelerate the installation of low nitrogen septic systems near Accabonac Harbor. Shellfishing in the northern section of Accabonac HarborThe NYS DEC-Bureau of Shellfisheries in […]
Thank you for making 2019 a productive and rewarding year. We all cherish Accabonac Harbor; for many of us, it why we choose to live here. Accabonac Harbor is fragile, recovering from past damage and vulnerable to future damage. It is important that we act to preserve and restore Accabonac Harbor. In 2019 your membership supported the following: None of this would be possible without your memberships […]
On Thursday, December 5th at 6:30 pm there will be an East Hampton Town Board Public Hearing affecting the Accabonac Protection Committee’s initiative on water quality– forwarding this summary of changes so you will be informed and, hopefully, supportive of the changes.
Accabonac Harbor is known for its beautiful scenery, bountiful shell fish, quiet recreation and it is a crucial habitat for many species – we love it as much as you do! But did you know your septic or cesspool is likely a major contributor to pollution in the harbor? The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has listed Accabonac Harbor as impaired for shell fishing and stressed […]
Good Morning! A brief note about an upcoming event of interest to Gerard Drive and Louse Point in Springs and Cranberry Hole Road and Lazy Point in Amagansett. Hope to see you there. COASTAL RESILIENCE WORKSHOP October 28, 2019, 6 pm SEA LEVEL IS RISING. How can we prepare? Workshop #1: Strategies for Gerard Drive, Louse Point, Cranberry Hole Road, and Lazy Point Join the discussion and give your input. Gallery […]
Due to the heavy rain predicted for Sunday October 27th, the Nature Walk with Zach and Andy has been cancelled. October 27, 2019 (Sunday)Accabonac Trail Walk2:00 – 4:00 Please join the Accabonac Protection Committee and the East Hampton Nature Preserve Committee (EHNPC) for an afternoon exploring 3 Nature Preserves off Springs Fireplace Road. Led by Zachary Cohen, Chair of the EHNPC, and Andy Gaites, Principal Environmental Analyst, […]
The Suffolk County Department of Public Works’ Division of Vector Control plans to treat parts of the specific marshes by helicopter to control mosquito larvae. List of marshes to be treated includes Accabonac Harbor, Lazy Point and Beach Hampton. Should weather conditions prevent completion of the work, it will be continued on the next suitable day. Time and date of the application: June 18-20, 2019 from 6:00 […]
Methoprene is currently used to spray our wetlands, including Accabonac Harbor for nuisance mosquitos. It is harmful to life in the harbor, including crustaceans. The Senate bill, sponsored by Senator Kenneth LaValle, is in the Environmental Conservation committee chaired by Senator Kaminsky. Please call Senator Kaminsky’s office and let them know you support this bill. His number is 516-766-8383. They track the number of phone calls as […]
First sampling of the 2019 season. John Aldred summarized “Over 1100 data points, 143 with larvae. Some limited treatment will be needed in the northern area, but nowhere else.” See red circled areas on map. This collaboration between the Town and Vector Control is so important to the health of Accabonac. Many thanks to John, Susan McGraw Keber, Edwina Von Gal, Kevin Bishop, and the entire team!
The Accabonac Protection Committee Will Present A Public Forum Health of Accabonac Harbor: UpdateJune 12,2019, 6-8PMAshawagh Hall, 780 Springs Fireplace Rd, East Hampton, NY 11937 The mission of the Accabonac Protection Committee (APC) is to protect, enhance and restore the ecological integrity of Accabonac Harbor and its watershed. As part of that mission, the APC will present an update to last year’s popular forum on “The Health […]