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Soundkeeper pumpout program, who pays and how it works. Soundkeeper pumpout program, who pays and how it works.
Over the years we have been asked many times how is the Soundkeeper pump out program funded since you have provided the service free of charge to boaters. Since its February and a little slower than normal we have provided this article on how it works, and where the money comes from. more...
Soundkeeper speaks to Shoreline Sailing Club Soundkeeper speaks to Shoreline Sailing Club
Soundkeeper Terry Backer spoke to the Shoreline Sailing Club at the Elk's Lodge in Westbrook. Backer said the Sound should always carry the status of "threatened" because progress can slip away unnoticed. The event was well attended. Soundkeeper Backer spoke about the natural and unnatural history of the Sound, its current threats, the work of Soundkeeper and what people can do. Terry Backer is often available to speak to groups and clubs. Honorariums are based on travel distance. Call the Soundkeeper office for availability. more...
Follow Soundkeeper on Facebook Follow Soundkeeper on Facebook
Soundkeeper is now on Facebook. We created a Soundkeeper Facebook page to share our experiences on the Sound, our work and news about Long Island Sound. We added a number of photo albums highlighting in photos our work and the beauty of Long Island Sound. Become a Fan of Soundkeeper's Facebook page. more...
Soundkeeper Fills Need For Waterway Soundkeeper Fills Need For Waterway
Connecticut Post editorial touts Soundkeeper's need, work and effectiveness. October 11. 2009. "Even his [Soundkeeper Terry Backer] critics concede that over the years he's had the passion and the courage to take on some of the worst polluters in Long Island Sound, including the City of New York. Let's remember that in the days before the Soundkeeper, the dumping of raw sewage into the Sound and its tributaries by corporations and municipalities was not uncommon. more...
Long Beach Clean Up Long Beach Clean Up
Join Soundkeeper for a Long Beach clean up in Stratford on Sat. Oct. 17th from 9am to 1pm. This barrier beach is in need of a trash pick up so that all can enjoy it's beauty. Also, check out Soundkeeper at Patagonia of Westport's "Voice your Choice" program to vote for us to get the largest portion of their $5,000 grant. more...

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The SoundSite: an informative citizen's guide
The SoundSite

The SoundBook Online is a living, changing revision of the original SoundBook, and it is an easily accessible resource for all.  The SoundBook Online provides information on how you, as an individual, can help ensure that Long Island Sound and its watershed are not allowed to deteriorate. You will discover how Long Island Sound came into existence and what it is today. You will find that an abundance of marine life enriches the Long Island Sound region. You will see how human interaction with the land and water has gradually brought us to this time when environmental problems are a serious threat. You will learn the nature of these problems. Most importantly, you will learn how you can make a difference. (Go there now)

Quinnipiac River Environmental Problem Solver Toolbox

Fish Toxins Information

Soundkeeper has created these pages to inform you of the status of fish consumption advisories and efforts to achieve the common sense goals of the nation so long ago committed to, yet has not obtained. It has always been Soundkeeper’s goal to encourage people to use the waters to swim and eat of its bounty. See Fish Toxins Pages