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<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="_Hlk18488841"></a><a name="_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="font-size:24.0pt;font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">CZ-MAIL<o:p></o:p></span></span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">March 2020<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Welcome to CZ-Mail, the monthly electronic newsletter from the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM). Each issue provides
information on major CZM initiatives, available tools and publications, upcoming workshops and events, grants, contracting opportunities, job openings, and other news of interest to people working on coastal issues. Additional information about CZM’s programs,
publications, and other coastal topics can be found on the </span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-office-of-coastal-zone-management"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">CZM website</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.
To subscribe to CZ-Mail, send a blank email (please be sure that the email is completely blank, with no signature line) to
</span></span><a href="mailto:join-env-czmail@listserv.state.ma.us"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">join-env-czmail@listserv.state.ma.us</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.
Also, please feel free to share CZ-Mail with colleagues and friends—and if you have any suggestions for future editions or would like to make a change to your CZ-Mail subscription, please email your request to
</span></span><a href="mailto:CZ-Mail@mass.gov?subject=March%202020%20CZ-Mail"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">CZ-Mail@mass.gov</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.
For daily updates from CZM, please follow us on </span></span><a href="https://twitter.com/MassCZM"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Twitter</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>If the text of this email is not displaying properly, please see the
</i></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/cz-mail-march-2020"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>online version</i></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk856490"></a><a name="_Hlk31187209"></a><a name="_Hlk33615274"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Upcoming
Grant Opportunities from CZM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></a></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk33615274"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">CZM anticipates
the release of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Requests for Responses (RFR) for two CZM grant programs this spring. Prior to the release of the RFRs, CZM will host information sessions to discuss goals and requirements, answer questions, and provide feedback on
potential project ideas for these grants:<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk33615274"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk33615274"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"><b><i>Coastal Pollutant Remediation (CPR) Grants</i></b>
- The </span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/coastal-pollutant-remediation-cpr-grant-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">CPR
Grant Program</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">
provides funds to municipalities within the </span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/coastal-pollutant-remediation-cpr-grant-program-eligible-communities"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">Massachusetts
Coastal Watershed</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">
to identify and improve water quality impaired by nonpoint source (NPS) pollution. Funding can be used for water quality assessment, design and construction of structural Best Management Practices (BMPs), and commercial boat-waste pumpout facilities. In addition,
funding is available to support capacity-building activities and planning for stormwater infrastructure, such as the development of bylaws and ordinances and training for municipal staff on operation and maintenance.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"><b><i>Coastal Resilience Grants</i></b> - The
</span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/coastal-resilience-grant-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">Coastal
Resilience Grant Program</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">
provides funding and technical assistance to reduce risks associated with coastal storms, flooding, erosion, and sea level rise through innovative and transferable local projects. Coastal communities are eligible to apply for funding to assess vulnerabilities
and risks and redesign and retrofit vulnerable, municipally owned facilities and infrastructure. Additionally, both coastal communities and eligible nonprofit organizations may seek funding for public education and communication efforts to conduct proactive
planning to address sea level rise impacts and implement non-structural (or green infrastructure) approaches that enhance natural shoreline resilience and provide coastal storm damage protection.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">Stay tuned to the
</span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/czm-jobs-and-grants"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">CZM Jobs
and Grants page</span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490"></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31187209"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856490">
for details on upcoming information sessions and the release of the RFRs.</span></span><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk32408831"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">MassBays and CZM Receive Grant Funding for Salem Sound Assessments<o:p></o:p></span></a></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831">In February, the
</span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-bays-national-estuary-partnership"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831">Massachusetts Bays National Estuary
Partnership</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831">
(MassBays) and CZM were awarded a $60,000 supplemental grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 1 to support additional water quality and benthic assessments in Salem Sound. MassBays previously provided funding to Salem State University
in </span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/examining-the-nature-and-causes-of-turbidity-events-in-salem-harbor"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831">2012</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831">
and </span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/toward-an-environmental-solution-for-salem-harbor-water-quality"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831">2018</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831">
to carry out investigations to determine how nutrients in the water affect habitat conditions. With this additional funding, the team will expand the assessment to evaluate the benthic community at the same monitoring sites, which will allow for a better understanding
of how nutrient reductions might improve environmental conditions in coastal waters.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32408831"></span>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk32994368"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">MassBays Launches Interactive Ecosystem Delineation and Assessment Map<o:p></o:p></span></a></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32994368">MassBays has used data from its comprehensive
</span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/ecosystem-delineation-and-assessment"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32994368">Ecosystem Delineation and Assessment</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32994368"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32994368">
to create an interactive </span></span></span><a href="https://arcg.is/Dqafv"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32994368">Story Map</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32994368"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk7440807"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32994368">.
This new tool draws from the most current data sets on everything from nearshore shellfishing areas to upland population density. The interactive map can display specific data sets (such as bird nesting sites, mooring fields, and road crossings), allowing
users to view intersecting resource uses and habitats in the 68 rocky shore, beach, and embayment locations mapped by MassBays for detailed assessment and planning purposes.</span><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk31270123"></a><a name="_Hlk20140197"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Grants/Funding/Proposal Opportunities<o:p></o:p></span></span></a></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><a name="_Hlk19528617"></a><a name="_Hlk6320610"></a><a name="_Hlk29977891"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320610"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19528617"><b><i>Culvert
Replacement Municipal Assistance Grants</i></b> - The Massachusetts Division of Ecological Restoration (DER) will soon seek proposals from Massachusetts municipalities for the
</span></span></a></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/how-to/culvert-replacement-municipal-assistance-grant-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk29977891"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320610"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19528617">Culvert
Replacement Municipal Assistance Grant Program</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk29977891"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320610"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19528617"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk29977891"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320610"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19528617">
to replace undersized, perched, and/or degraded culverts in areas with high ecological value with new structures that meet environmental design and structural standards along with climate resiliency criteria. Only projects that will meet the goals of the Massachusetts
Stream Crossing Standards are eligible (see DER’s </span></span></span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/river-restoration-culvert-replacements"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk29977891"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320610"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19528617">River
Restoration: Culvert Replacements page</span></span></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk29977891"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320610"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19528617"></span></span></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk29977891"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320610"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19528617">
for information on the standards). Total funding of $750,000 to $1.5 million is anticipated for Fiscal Year 2021.
</span></span></span>For more information, see the </span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/files/documents/2020/02/25/FINAL_FY21_CRMA_RFR_0.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">Culvert Replacement Request
for Responses</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"> (RFR) (PDF, 1 MB). Applications are due by March 25.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><b><i>Massachusetts Dredging Program Grants</i></b> - On March 4, the Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development will begin
seeking proposals from coastal communities for </span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/massachusetts-dredging-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">Massachusetts Dredging Program Grants</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">,
which provide construction-phase funding for saltwater dredging. These competitive grants for municipalities focus on “shovel-ready projects that contribute to the economic significance, public safety, recreational value, and/or coastal resiliency of the Commonwealth’s
coastal harbors.” Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to participate in one of two information sessions—available as an online meeting or conference call—currently scheduled for March 11 and March 16 at 11:00 a.m. Please RSVP to
</span></span><a href="mailto:eohedgrants@mass.gov"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">eohedgrants@mass.gov</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">
with the subject line “Dredging Info Session.” Applications will be due by April 1. See
</span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-massachusetts-dredging-grant"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">How to Apply</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">
for details.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><a name="_Hlk32223374"><b><i>Fort Point Channel Watersheet Activation Grants</i></b> - The Boston Planning and Development Agency and
the Fort Point Channel Operations Board are seeking proposals for the Fort Point Channel Watersheet Activation Grant Program to fund capital improvements and public programming (events for the general public) in and along the Fort Point Channel. These grants
support the goals outlined in the 2002 Fort Point Channel Watersheet Activation Plan, which was developed through a collaborative effort to promote cultural activities and year-round programming in Fort Point. Approximately $50,000 is available for the 2020
grant cycle. Eligible applicants must be tax-exempt, sponsored by a tax-exempt nonprofit, or a for-profit organization proposing a nonprofit, public project. For details, including application instructions, see the
</a></span></span><a href="http://www.bostonplans.org/documents/planning/waterfront-planning/2020-fort-point-channel-watersheet-activation-gran"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32223374">2020
RFR</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32223374"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32223374">
(WORD, 91 KB). Proposals are due on March 9.<span style="color:#244061"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><b><i>Reminders</i></b> - These opportunities, listed in the last CZ-Mail, are still available:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><b><i>319 Nonpoint Source Competitive Grants Pre-RFR Meeting</i></b> - On March 5 at 10 a.m. (snow date is March 12), the Massachusetts
Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) will hold a meeting to answer questions and discuss the upcoming RFR for the next round of the §319 Nonpoint Source Competitive Grants. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to attend this pre-RFR session,
to be held at the </span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/massdep-central-regional-office"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">MassDEP offices in Worcester</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">.
The pre-RFR announcement and information about the program and past §319 projects are available on the
</span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/info-details/grants-financial-assistance-watersheds-water-quality#section-319-nonpoint-source-competitive-grants-program-"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">MassDEP website</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"><b><i>Land and Water Conservation Fund Grants</i></b> - The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Division of
Conservation Services (DCS) is seeking proposals for </span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/massachusetts-land-and-water-conservation-fund-grant-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">Land
and Water Conservation Fund Grants</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">, which provide up to $750,000
in matching funds to state agencies and local governments to acquire land for outdoor recreation, build or renovate parks, or conduct trail work. Applications are due by March 31 at 3:00 p.m. See
</span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-to-the-massachusetts-land-and-water-conservation-fund-grant-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">How to Apply</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk31270123">
for details.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Small Communities Grants</i></b> - DCS is also seeking applications for the Fiscal Year 2020
</span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/conservation-assistance-for-small-communities-grant-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Small Communities Grant Program</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.
The program provides funding to municipalities with 6,000 or fewer residents to produce Open Space and Recreation Plans, complete other plans to facilitate land conservation, and/or prepare appraisals as required to apply for the other
</span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/grant-programs-offered-by-the-division-of-conservation-services"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">DCS grant programs</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The final deadline is May 8. See the
</span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-to-the-conservation-assistance-for-small-communities-grant-program"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">application instructions</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>American Lobster Research Funding</i></b> - The National Sea Grant College Program is seeking proposals for the 2020 National Sea Grant American Lobster Research Program
to fund research on how the American lobster fishery in the Gulf of Maine, Georges Bank, and southern New England is impacted by environmental changes. For details, including a link to the RFR, see the
</span><a href="https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=323581"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Grants.gov website</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">. Proposals are
due by March 19.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Web-Based and Mobile-User Resources<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk30065551"><b><i>Preparedness Talks for Emergency Managers</i></b> - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and partners have released two new episodes
of </a></span><a href="https://www.fema.gov/preptalks"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551">PrepTalks</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551">,
presentations by experts on emergency preparedness. </span></span><a href="https://youtu.be/bz30k9uBnfo"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551"><i>Harnessing the Power of Disaster Insurance</i></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551">
by Dr. Carolyn Kousky, Executive Director of the Wharton Risk Management and Decision Processes Center, discusses the importance of insurance in disaster recovery, including why people do not have insurance coverage along with suggestions for how the public
and private sectors can collaborate to increase coverage in the United States. </span>
</span><a href="https://youtu.be/ccXmY0yN7gs"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551"><i>Left in the Dark: Power Outages in an Interconnected World</i></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30065551">
by Kate Konschnik, Director of the Climate & Energy Program at the Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions at Duke University, examines electricity generation in the United States and the potential for catastrophic failures given the aging power
infrastructure, with information for emergency managers to better prepare communities for lengthy power outages. Each PrepTalk includes a video of the presentation, a discussion guide, and related resources.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk23493833"><b><i>NOAA Marine Debris Blog</i></b> - Recent posts in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program’s
</a></span><a href="https://blog.marinedebris.noaa.gov/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk23493833">Marine Debris Blog</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk23493833"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk23493833">
include large-scale marine debris removal from the Jamaica Bay salt marshes on Long Island, efforts to collect derelict fishing gear in the mid-Atlantic region, and work to tackle marine debris at its source in California. All blog topics can be searched by
category and date. To receive notifications of new posts, </span></span><a href="https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USNOAANOS/subscriber/new?topic_id=USNOAANOS_77"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk23493833">sign up
for email updates</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk23493833"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk23493833">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Climate Education Resources</i></b> - NOAA has developed a set of
</span><a href="https://www.noaa.gov/education/resource-collections/climate-education-resources"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Climate Education Resources</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for teachers to use in the classroom to help students understand the earth’s climatic processes. Four modules are available that cover the carbon cycle, changing seasons, climate change impacts, and climate monitoring.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk251150"></a><a name="_Hlk4148434"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Newsletters and Other Periodicals<o:p></o:p></span></span></a></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><a name="_Hlk6320568"><b><i>Buzzards Bay Coalition Newsletter</i></b> - The latest edition of
</a></span></span><a href="http://bbay.convio.net/site/MessageViewer?em_id=5714.0&dlv_id=8807&pgwrap=n"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"><i>The Bay Buzz</i></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568">
from the Buzzards Bay Coalition features stories on how data from Baywatchers has highlighted the importance of efforts to reduce nitrogen pollution in the Buzzards Bay, a federal court ruling to uphold the Massachusetts Oil Spill Prevention Act (which requires
oil barges to be escorted through Buzzards Bay by a tug boat), and other regional news, volunteer opportunities, and events.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"><b><i>Massachusetts Lobstermen’s News</i></b> - The
</span></span></span><a href="http://lobstermen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/MLA_February2020_web.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568">February 2020 Newspaper</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568">
(PDF, 14 MB) from the Massachusetts Lobstermen’s Association includes stories about federal right whale regulations, guidance for offshore vessels on changes to Jones Act enforcement by U.S. Customs and Border Control, and other public notices, updates, and
lobster news.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"><b><i>NOAA HabitatNews</i></b> - The February 2020 issue of
</span></span></span><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USNOAAFISHERIES/bulletins/27a985a"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"><i>HabitatNews</i></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk251150"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk6320568">,
a newsletter of the NOAA Fisheries Office of Habitat Restoration, includes articles on coastal wetland restoration projects in Louisiana, the NOAA Veterans Corps program and how it has helped two military veterans gain meaningful fisheries work, and other
marine fisheries habitat news.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk3533689"></a><a name="_Hlk856524"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk3533689"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Jobs/Internship Postings<o:p></o:p></span></span></a></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Newbury Conservation Agent</i></b> - The Town of Newbury is seeking a Conservation Agent to provide technical advice to the Conservation Commission and Town Planner
on environmental issues; administer and enforce the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, town bylaws, and applicable regulations; and act as a liaison to the Conservation Commission. For more information, see the
</span><a href="https://www.townofnewbury.org/sites/newburyma/files/uploads/ad_-_conservation_agent_2_2.5.20.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">job posting</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
(PDF, 57 KB).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>APCC Vacancy</i></b> - The
</span><a href="https://apcc.org/index.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Association to Preserve Cape Cod</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> (APCC) has an immediate opening for an individual
to work on a broad range of tasks as part the APCC team. This position will manage the APCC Ponds Program, which monitors cyanobacteria in freshwater ponds and streams as an indicator of excessive nutrients and warming temperatures. The selected candidate
will also support APCC’s field work, the State of the Waters: Cape Cod project, and APCC's Critical Habitats Atlas. For details on this vacancy, see the
</span><a href="https://apcc.org/APCC-Job%20Description-02-18-2020.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">job description</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> (PDF, 162 KB).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Baywatchers Monitoring Program Assistant Coordinator</i></b> - The Buzzards Bay Coalition is seeking a part-time, seasonal Assistant Coordinator for the Baywatchers
Monitoring Program to primarily help manage this bay-wide, volunteer water quality monitoring program from May to August. The Assistant Coordinator performs a combination of fieldwork, lab analyses, data entry, work with citizen volunteers, and outreach and
education. See the </span><a href="https://www.savebuzzardsbay.org/about-us/our-team/job-opportunities/#baywatcher"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Coalition’s Job Opportunities page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Buzzards Bay Salt Marsh Interns</i></b> - The Buzzards Bay Coalition is seeking interns to support its salt marsh ecosystem monitoring from June through September. Interns
will assist with all aspects of work on this effort, including salt marsh field surveys, lab analyses, and data management. Candidates should have experience or education in ecology, environmental science, or biology, with a focus on coastal ecosystems preferred.
These positions are 40 hours per week for 10 weeks and work schedules will vary each week based on tides and weather conditions. For more information, see the
</span><a href="https://www.savebuzzardsbay.org/about-us/our-team/job-opportunities/#saltmarsh"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Coalition’s Job Opportunities page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Wellfleet Bay Horseshoe Crab Field Coordinator</i></b> - Mass Audubon’s Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is seeking a Horseshoe Crab Field Coordinator to organize, schedule,
and conduct horseshoe crab spawning surveys from mid-April through July. Duties include supervision of volunteers, management of survey data, and production of survey summaries. The coordinator will also conduct trainings and provide presentations. For details,
see the </span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/jobs/horseshoe-crab-field-coordinator"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Jobs at MassAudubon page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">. Applications
are due by March 15.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Barnstable Clean Water Coalition Seasonal Jobs and Internships</i></b> - The Barnstable Clean Water Coalition is seeking seasonal staff and interns.
</span><a href="https://bcleanwater.org/ways-to-get-involved/seasonal-staff/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Seasonal Water Stewards</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> will work from May
through August assisting with fieldwork, water quality and marine invasive species monitoring, visitor and boater education, and the oyster upweller project.
</span><a href="https://bcleanwater.org/ways-to-get-involved/internship/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Aquaculture Interns</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> will assist with oyster aquaculture
operations and provide outreach and education presentations on oysters, water quality, and the benefits of oysters in the marine environment. These unpaid internships are open to college students or recent graduates. Applications are due by March 13.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Maritime Gloucester Summer Internships</i></b> - Maritime Gloucester is offering several part-time, unpaid internships for college students and recent graduates. College
Aquarium Interns will assist the aquarium manager with equipment/tank maintenance, help visitors with touch tank interactions, and support staff with educational programs. College Education Interns will assist staff with public education programs, including
field trips and daily drop-in activities. The time commitment for both internships is at least two days per week for eight weeks. For more information, see the
</span><a href="https://www.maritimegloucester.org/internships"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">summer internships page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk193386"></a><a name="_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Public Comment<o:p></o:p></span></span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><i>Please note: All official CZM requests for public comment are published in the Public Notices
section of the</i> </span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/the-environmental-monitor"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">Environmental Monitor</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><i>,
the bi-weekly publication from the Massachusetts Environmental Policy Act (MEPA) office.</i><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><b><i>Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary Management Plan</i></b> - NOAA is seeking public
comment on the review of the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary Management Plan. To initiate the review, NOAA has released the
</span></span></span><a href="https://nmssanctuaries.blob.core.windows.net/sanctuaries-prod/media/docs/2020-stellwagen-condition-report.pdf" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">2020
Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary Condition Report</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">
(PDF, 9 MB), which reviews the resources and ecosystem services within the sanctuary, including stresses on the resources, current conditions and trends, and management responses. In March, NOAA will hold the following public meetings to get input on plan
revisions.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><b>March 11</b> - 6:30-8:00 p.m., New England Aquarium, 1 Central Wharf, Boston<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><b>March 12</b> - 6:30-8:00 p.m., Maritime Gloucester, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><b>March 18</b> - 6:30-8:00 p.m., Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 101 Academy Drive, Buzzards
Bay<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">Comments may be submitted online, by mail, or in person at the public meetings. For more information,
see the </span></span></span><a href="https://stellwagen.noaa.gov/management/2020-management-plan-review/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">Sanctuary website</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">
or </span></span></span><a href="https://www.regulations.gov/document?D=NOAA_FRDOC_0001-5406"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">Regulations.gov</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk856862"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk193386">.
Comments are due by April 10.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Calendar - Individual Events and Announcements<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk348513"></a><a name="_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>White Shark Research Talk</i></b> - On March 5, the Cape Cod Museum of Natural History
will present </span></a></span><a href="http://www.ccmnh.org/Events/White-Shark-Research-Update-Spring-2020"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">White Shark Research Update Spring
2020</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
with Dr. Greg Skomal of the Massachusetts Shark Research Program at the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries. Dr. Skomal will provide an update on his research on shark movements to develop strategies to avoid shark and human conflicts.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Woods Hole Sea Grant Research Symposium</i></b> - On March 6,
</span></span></span><a href="https://seagrant.whoi.edu/science-at-our-shores/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Science at Our Shores: Woods Hole Sea Grant Research Symposium</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
will be held at Redfield Auditorium in Woods Hole and will feature brief presentations about research on coastal and environmental issues funded through Sea Grant. This event is free and open to the public and
</span></span></span><a href="https://scienceatourshores.eventbrite.com/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">registration</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
is preferred.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Municipal Stormwater Program</i></b> - On March 11, the Environmental Business Council of
New England (EBC) will hold the </span></span></span><a href="https://ebcne.org/event/ebc-water-resources-program-ms4-lessons-learned-planning-for-year-two/?instance_id="><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">EBC
Water Resources Program: MS4 - Lessons Learned & Planning for Year Two</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
in Boston. Join staff from EPA Region 1 and MassDEP for a discussion of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) program in Massachusetts.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Field Guide Training Course</i></b> - Starting March 18, the Cape Cod Museum of Natural
History will hold its annual </span></span></span><a href="http://www.ccmnh.org/Events/2020-field-guide-training"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Field Guide Training Course</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">,
which will consist of six Wednesday sessions (March 18-April 15), opportunities to shadow veteran guides from April 20-24, and a final training on April 29. Volunteer field guides lead walks in Stony Brook Valley and Wing’s Island in Brewster for school groups,
families, and tourists during the spring, summer, and fall.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Ocean and Coastal Acidification Webinar</i></b> - On March 19, EPA and the Coastal States
Organization will present </span></span></span><a href="https://www.epa.gov/watershedacademy/state-legislation-ocean-coastal-acidification"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><i>State
Legislation on Ocean & Coastal Acidification</i></span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">,
a webinar on the threats of acidification on marine ecosystems and coastal communities. The presentation will provide information on legislation enacted in three states to address this issue and the efforts underway to tackle local sources of acidification.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Offshore Wind Talk</i></b> - On March 23, Storm Surge, a Newburyport nonprofit working on
climate change issues, will host <i>Winds of Change…Offshore</i> by Amber Hewett, Campaign Manager for Offshore Wind Energy at the National Wildlife Federation. The talk is open to the public and will held at the Newburyport Senior/Community Center. For more
information, see the </span></span></span><a href="https://storm-surge.org/event-calendar/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Storm Surge website</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>National Coastal and Estuarine Summit—Call for Proposals</i></b> - From October 4-8, Restore
America’s Estuaries and the Coastal States Organization will co-host </span></span></span><a href="https://estuaries.org/summit/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">The National
Coastal and Estuarine Summit</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
in Providence, Rhode Island. The 2020 Summit will explore the latest issues in coastal restoration and management with interactive sessions, plenary speakers, and poster presentations. Organizers are now accepting program proposals that emphasize lessons learned
and best practices in coastal and estuarine restoration and management. For details, see the
</span></span></span><a href="https://estuaries.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/2020-Summit-CFP_final.pdf"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Call for Proposals</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
(PDF, 800 KB). Presentation proposals are due by April 3, and posters proposals are due by July 17.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Great Boston Cleanup</i></b> - On April 22, Keep Massachusetts Beautiful will celebrate
the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of Earth Day with the </span></span></span><a href="https://keepmassbeautiful.org/news-events/events-calendar.html/event/2020/04/22/2020-great-boston-cleanup/275268"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Great
Boston Cleanup</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">.
Teams of volunteers from Boston-area companies are invited to help remove the litter and debris from Boston streets and parks. Trash bags, gloves, and trash grabber tools will be provided. For more information, see the
</span></span></span><a href="https://keepmassbeautiful.org/news-events/events-calendar.html/event/2020/04/22/2020-great-boston-cleanup/275268"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Great
Boston Cleanup website</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">.
The registration deadline is March 27.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Massachusetts Park Serve Day</i></b> - On April 25, the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s
annual </span></span></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/park-serve-day"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Park Serve Day</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
will be held throughout the Commonwealth. This statewide day of volunteer service helps to get Massachusetts state parks and beaches ready for summer. Thousands of volunteers help pick up litter along ocean beaches, clear debris from hiking trails, paint benches,
plant trees and flowers, and much more.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Earth Day Charles River Cleanup</i></b> - On April 25, the 21<sup>st</sup> annual
</span></span></span><a href="https://www.crwa.org/charles-river-cleanup"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Earth Day Charles River Cleanup</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
will be held as part of the American Rivers National River Cleanup. Thousands of volunteers will help beautify the Charles River and its tributaries by picking up trash and cleaning the riverbanks at sites from Bellingham to Boston.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>2020 Great Massachusetts Cleanup</i></b> - Keep Massachusetts Beautiful is seeking cleanup
coordinators and volunteers for the </span></span></span><a href="https://keepmassbeautiful.org/what-we-do/litter-prevention-cleanup/great-massachusetts-cleanup.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">2020
Great Massachusetts Cleanup</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
this spring. Cleanup dates are flexible, although scheduling cleanups on April 25 is encouraged. To get involved,
</span></span></span><a href="http://keepmassbeautiful.org/what-we-do/litter-prevention-cleanup/great-massachusetts-cleanup-signup.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">register
your cleanup</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
or find cleanups on the </span></span></span><a href="https://keepmassbeautiful.org/news-events/events-calendar.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">events calendar</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Flood Conference</i></b> - From June 7-11, the Association of State Floodplain Managers
(ASFPM) will hold the 2020 </span></span></span><a href="https://asfpmconference.org/conference/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">ASFPM Annual National Conference</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
in Fort Worth, Texas. This conference feature trainings, concurrent sessions, field trips, and exhibits that focus on flood issues, mitigation, and regulations from the viewpoint of flood management.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><b><i>Buzzards Bay Swim</i></b> - On June 27, the Buzzards Bay Coalition will host the
</span></span></span><a href="https://www.savebuzzardsbay.org/events/2020-buzzards-bay-swim/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">2020 Buzzards Bay Swim</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
starting in New Bedford. Join hundreds of swimmers of all ages and ability levels for a 1.2-mile open-water swim across outer New Bedford Harbor. Funds raised support work to protect and restore Buzzards Bay.
</span></span></span><a href="https://secure2.convio.net/bbay/site/TR/Events/TeamRaiserSwimEvent?fr_id=1220&pg=entry"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">Registration</span></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513">
is required.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk348513"></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk4074790"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Reminders</i></b> - The following calendar items posted previously in CZ-Mail are still to come:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>High Tides Forum</i></b> - On March 3, the Boston Museum of Science will host
</span><a href="https://www.mos.org/public-events/wicked-high-tides"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Wicked High Tides</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">, an evening forum on how Metro Boston
communities can increase resilience in response to sea level rise. Attendees will explore the impacts of sea level rise, strategies for resilience, and citizen science opportunities to inform scientists about flood risk.
</span><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wicked-high-tides-tickets-79537034411"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Registration</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> is required.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>2020 Annual Environmental Conference</i></b> - On March 4, the Massachusetts Environmental Education Society (MEES) will hold the
</span><a href="https://massmees.org/annual-conference/2020-conference/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 MEES Conference</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> in Worcester. This conference
for environmental educators across Massachusetts features workshops, panel discussions, exhibits, and networking opportunities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>2020 High School Marine Science Symposium</i></b> - On March 5, Massachusetts Marine Educators and Northeastern University’s Marine Science Center will host the
</span><a href="https://www.massachusettsmarineeducators.org/high-school-marine-science-symposium"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 High School Marine Science Symposium</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
at Northeastern University in Boston. This event allows students to interact with marine science experts and features hands-on workshops, interactive demonstrations, an ocean science demonstration fair, and a featured presentation on using comics to convey
science concepts.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Local Environmental Action Conference</i></b> - On March 7, the Mass Climate Action Network and the Toxics Action Center will hold
</span><a href="http://www.localenvironmentalaction.org/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Local Environmental Action 2020</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> at Northeastern University in
Boston. This conference will include workshops on environmental justice, strategies for ecosystem restoration, working with local decision makers, grant application approaches, networking and relationship building, and efforts to lessen natural gas use.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Sea Rovers Show</i></b> - From March 7-8, the Boston Sea Rovers will hold the
</span><a href="https://bostonsearovers.com/clinic-home/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 Sea Rovers Show</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> in Danvers. This annual event showcases
the marine environment with a focus on diving and includes seminars, workshops, displays of dive equipment and services, an art exhibit, kids’ activities, and a film festival.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Cape Cod Natural History Conference</i></b> - On March 14, Mass Audubon’s Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary will hold the 25<sup>th</sup> annual
</span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/program-catalog/wellfleet-bay/72648-cape-cod-natural-history-conference"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Cape Cod Natural History Conference</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
at Cape Cod Community College in Barnstable. This full-day conference will feature presentations from Cape Cod environmental organizations on a variety of natural history subjects.
</span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/program-catalog/wellfleet-bay/72648-cape-cod-natural-history-conference"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Registration</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
is required.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Soil and Water Conservation Society Winter Conference</i></b> - On March 20, the Southern New England Chapter of the Soil and Water Conservation Society will hold its
</span><a href="https://swcssnec.org/2020-winter/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 Winter Conference</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> at UMass Amherst. This conference for public
and nonprofit environmental professionals in southern New England will focus on the renewable energy.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk32222224"><b><i>Zosterapalooza</i></b> - On March 23, EPA Region 1 in Boston will host Zosterapalooza XXIX to focus on the fate of eelgrass in coastal waters
with a series of talks and a poster session on the latest in science, management, and conservation of eelgrass or
<i>Zostera marina</i>—a critical marine resource. For more information and to RSVP, contact EPA’s Phil Colarusso at
</a></span><a href="mailto:colarusso.phil@epa.gov"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32222224">colarusso.phil@epa.gov</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32222224"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32222224">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32222224"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>CRWA Annual Meeting</i></b> - On March 23, the Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA) will hold its 54<sup>th</sup>
</span><a href="https://www.crwa.org/annual-meeting.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Annual Meeting</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> in Cambridge. The event will feature a keynote
address by CRWA Executive Director, Emily Norton, and an awards ceremony to honor volunteers and environmental leaders for their work to protect the Charles River.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Gardening Green Expo</i></b> - On March 28, the WaterSmart program, North and South Rivers Watershed Association, and Kennedy’s Country Gardens will hold the
</span><a href="https://www.nsrwa.org/get-watersmart/gardening-green-expo/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 Gardening Green Expo</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">,
<i>Go Native!</i>, in Scituate. This free event will feature talks by local experts and environmental organizations, a greenhouse with gardening and lawn care vendors, and an opportunity to order rain barrels and composters.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk30077847"><b><i>Legislative Breakfast on Regional Water Issues</i></b> - On March 31, Watershed Action Alliance of Southeastern Massachusetts will hold will
hold a free legislative breakfast, </a></span><a href="http://watershedaction.org/index.php/education/2020-legislative-breakfast"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30077847"><i>2020 State of Our Waters</i></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30077847"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30077847">,<span style="color:black">
</span>at the Massachusetts State House in Senate Room 428. Watershed association representatives and state legislators will discuss successful projects and priorities in the region to improve water quality, quantity, and connectivity. The public is invited
to attend. </span></span><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2020-state-of-our-waters-legislative-breakfast-tickets-83163918519"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30077847">Registration</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30077847"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30077847">
is required.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk30077847"></span>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i><span style="color:black">The Science of PFAS Conference</span></i></b><span style="color:black"> - From March 31-April 1, the Northeast Waste Management Officials
Association—in partnership with New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission, Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management, Northeast Recycling Council, and others—will hold
</span></span><a href="http://www.newmoa.org/pfasscienceconference/geninfo.html" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>The Science of PFAS: Public Health and the Environment</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
<span style="color:black">in Framingham. The goals of the conference are to ensure that government action on PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) is based on the most current and reliable science, facilitate networking and information-sharing on PFAS,
and identify information gaps for future research.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>National Watershed and Stormwater Conference</i></b> - From April 14-17, the Center for Watershed Protection will hold the
</span><a href="https://www.cwp.org/2020-national-conference/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 National Watershed and Stormwater Conference</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> in Austin,
Texas. This forum for watershed and stormwater professionals will focus on increasing community resiliency in response to water resource threats through technical presentations, case studies, panel discussions, workshops, and field trips.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Northeast Fish and Wildlife Conference</i></b> - From April 19-21, the 76<sup>th</sup> annual
</span><a href="https://www.neafwa.org/conference.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Northeast Fish & Wildlife Conference</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> will be held in Long Branch,
New Jersey. This conference will bring together more than 500 land managers, wildlife biologists, and other natural resource professionals for discussions, presentations, and workshops on wildlife management.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Annual Nonpoint Source Pollution Conference</i></b> - From April 23-24, the New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission, state partners, and EPA will
hold the 31<sup>st</sup> annual </span><a href="https://neiwpcc.org/our-programs/nps/annual-nps-conference/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Nonpoint Source Pollution Conference</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
in Woodstock, Vermont. Participants from public and private sectors, academia, and watershed organizations from New England and New York will share information about nonpoint source pollution issues and projects in the region. Discounted registration is available
until March 17.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Offshore Renewable Energy Symposium</i></b> - On April 24, the 17<sup>th</sup> annual
</span><a href="https://seagrant.gso.uri.edu/special-programs/baird/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Ronald C. Baird Sea Grant Science Symposium</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">,
<i>Offshore Renewable Energy Interactions with the Environment:</i> <i>Lessons Learned from Europe</i>, will be held at the University of Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay Campus. Event presentations and discussions will focus on the impacts of construction and
operation of offshore installations with recommendations on minimizing impacts using examples from Europe.
</span><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/offshore-renewable-energy-and-the-environment-lessons-from-europe-registration-85876586181"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Registration</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
is required.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>City Nature Challenge</i></b> - From April 24-27, participants in cities across the globe—including Boston and surrounding areas—will compete to make nature observations,
find different species, and get the most people to participate through the </span>
<a href="http://citynaturechallenge.org/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">City Nature Challenge</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:1.0in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Run of the Charles Canoe, Kayak, and Paddleboard Race</i></b> - On April 26, the Charles River Watershed Association will hold the 38<sup>th</sup> annual
</span><a href="https://www.crwa.org/run-of-the-charles"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Run of the Charles</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> boat race, with races at several locations
along the river from Dedham to Brighton. After the race, paddlers can enjoy the Finishline Festival with refreshments, live music, raffles, exhibits, and awards.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Calendar - Multiple/Ongoing Events<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Barnstable Land Trust Walks, Talks, and Events</i></b> - The Barnstable Land Trust has scheduled several upcoming events, including Guided Eagle Pond Walk on March 10
and a Guided Crooked Cartway Walk on March 18. For a full schedule, see their </span>
<a href="http://blt.org/2020-events/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 Events page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Boat Safety</i></b> - From now through July, the Massachusetts Environmental Police will offer free, state- and nationally approved
</span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/boat-and-off-highway-vehicle-ohv-safety-courses"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Boat Safety Courses</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> for boaters age
12 and older. Courses cover responsible equipment and operating guidelines and all graduates ages 12-15 receive a safety certificate that allows operation of a motorboat without adult supervision, as required by state law. All graduates ages 16-17 will also
be allowed to operate a personal watercraft (jet ski, wave runner, etc.).<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Boston Environmental History Seminar Series</i></b> - The Massachusetts Historical Society (MHS)
</span><a href="https://www.masshist.org/2012/calendar/seminars/environmental-history"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Boston Seminar on Environmental History</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
presents monthly sessions on how the environment has shaped American societies. Each session focuses on the discussion of a pre-circulated paper. The next session,
<i>The Metabolism of Military Forces in the War of Independence: Environmental Contexts and Consequences</i>, will be held on March 10 in Boston. The programs include a light buffet supper and are free and open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Subscribers
to the session will receive advance online access to the topic papers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Buzzards Bay Walks and Events</i></b> - The Buzzards Bay Coalition
</span><a href="https://www.savebuzzardsbay.org/events/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Events page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> includes outdoor and environmental offerings hosted
by numerous organizations and land trusts in the region. March events include a river and forest exploration, mindfulness walks, paddling, and other opportunities for all ages. Events can be filtered by town, month, host, or select topics, such as kid-friendly
and volunteering.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Cape Cod Bird Club Walks and Activities</i></b> - The Cape Cod Bird Club holds free bird watching field trips, including walks at West Dennis Beach on March 7 and Fort
Hill in Eastham on March 25. See details and the full schedule on their </span><a href="https://www.capecodbirdclub.org/walks/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">field trips page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Cape Cod Museum of Natural History Programs</i></b> - In March, the museum will host several lectures, walk and talks, and other events, including
</span><a href="http://www.ccmnh.org/Events/Gardening-with-Native-Plants-to-Buffer-the-Impact-of-Climate-Change"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Gardening with Native Plants to Buffer the Impact of Climate Change</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
on March 15. Check out their </span><a href="http://www.ccmnh.org/Events"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">calendar</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> for additional events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Conservation Commission Education</i></b> - The Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions provides specialized training programs. See their
</span><a href="https://www.maccweb.org/page/EDMACCCatalog"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Complete Education Catalog</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> for an overview of upcoming wetland
delineation and other workshops and the </span><a href="https://www.maccweb.org/events/event_list.asp"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Community Calendar</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for a schedule of additional programs, including the lecture, </span><a href="https://www.maccweb.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1325422"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Evenings with Experts: Climate Change, Conservation, and the Role of Native
Plant Horticulture</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">, in Cambridge on March 4.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Ipswich River Programs and Activities</i></b> - In March, Mass Audubon’s Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary will host walks, talks, and adventures. See their
</span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/ipswich-river/programs-classes-activities"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">programs, classes, & activities page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for information on upcoming activities, including an </span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/program-catalog/ipswich-river/72077-owl-prowl-for-families"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Owl Prowl for Families</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
on March 13.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk19280091"><b><i>Joppa Flats Programs and Events</i></b> - The Mass Audubon Joppa Flats Education Center hosts a variety of programs for children and adults. See
their </a></span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/joppa-flats/programs-classes-activities"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19280091">programs, classes, & activities page</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19280091"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19280091">
for March events and education opportunities, including lectures, morning birding, activities for kids, and a
</span></span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/program-catalog/joppa-flats/70536-birding-the-maine-coast"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19280091"><i>Birding the Maine Coast</i></span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19280091"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk19280091">
outing on March 22.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Mass Audubon Cape Cod Walks, Lectures, and Events</i></b> - The Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary in South Wellfleet and Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary in Barnstable
offer educational programs for children, adults, and families, including March nature/birding walks, lectures, and the
</span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/program-catalog/long-pasture/72041-dancing-with-woodcocks-a-spring-exploration"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Dancing with Woodcocks: A Spring Exploration</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
birding walk on March 27. Search the calendar of programs, classes, and activities for
</span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/wellfleet-bay/programs-classes-activities"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Wellfleet Bay</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
and </span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/long-pasture/programs-classes-activities"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Long Pasture</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for all events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Migratory Fish Lectures</i></b> - The town of Plymouth, NOAA Restoration Center, Woods Hole Sea Grant, and the Wildlands Trust have organized a
</span><a href="https://www.plymouth-ma.gov/marine-and-environmental-affairs/news/seven-part-lecture-series-migratory-fish"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">lecture series</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
to celebrate World Fish Migration Day 2020 and the 400<sup>th</sup> Anniversary of the Pilgrims Landing. Upcoming lectures include
</span><a href="https://wildlandstrust.org/events/world-migratory-fish-day-part-5"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Did the Holmes Dam Removal Work? River Herring Migration in Town Brook Before and After Restoration</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
by Abigail Archer, Fisheries and Aquaculture Specialist at Woods Hole Sea Grant and Cape Cod Cooperative Extension, on March 12 and
</span><a href="https://wildlandstrust.org/events/world-migratory-fish-day-part-6"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>The Art and Science of Dam Removals</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
by Andrew Greene, Professional Engineer and Manager of Water Resources Engineering at Milone & MacBroom, on March 26. These free talks, which are held in Plymouth, are open to the public.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Mystic River Watershed Events</i></b> - See the Mystic River Watershed Association
</span><a href="https://mysticriver.org/calendar"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Calendar</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> for links to March events by date, including a
</span><a href="https://mysticriver.org/calendar/2019/3/2/herring-monitoring-training-7zwb2"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Mystic Lakes Herring Monitoring Training</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
on March 14.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>National Marine Sanctuaries Webinars</i></b> - The NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
</span><a href="https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/education/teachers/webinar-series.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Webinar Series</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="color:black">
</span>provides educators with resources and training to support ocean and climate literacy in the classroom. The next webinar,
</span><a href="https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/270343925091823116"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Empowering Young Water Scientists with the EarthEcho Water Challenge!</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">,
is on March 4.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>New England Aquarium Youth Programs</i></b> - The New England Aquarium has ocean education classes, marine biology training, service-learning opportunities, teen internships,
and other programs for kids from 12 months to 12<sup>th</sup> grade. See the </span>
<a href="https://www.neaq.org/learn/for-families-teens/programs-by-age/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">aquarium website</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> for more information.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>NOAA Coastal Training and Learning Resources</i></b> - NOAA’s Digital Coast offers a range of
</span><a href="https://coast.noaa.gov/digitalcoast/training/home.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">training opportunities</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> with self-guided resources,
case-studies, videos, webinars, publications, and online instructor-led sessions and classroom instructor-led courses—including
</span><a href="https://coast.noaa.gov/digitalcoast/training/risk-communication.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Seven Best Practices for Risk Communication</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
on March 11. For the full schedule of opportunities, see the </span><a href="https://coast.noaa.gov/digitalcoast/training/calendar.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Training Calendar</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>NOAA Science and Climate Seminars</i></b> - The
</span><a href="https://www.nodc.noaa.gov/seminars/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">OneNOAA Science Seminar web page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> provides details on NOAA science
and climate seminars and webinars that are available across the nation, including
</span><a href="https://calendar.google.com/calendar/event?eid=N2RlcTRxYmpmNWhsbmhiamVtcHJna2s2aXIgbm9hYS5nb3ZfNDk0NDMyMzQzNjMzMzJAcmVzb3VyY2UuY2FsZW5kYXIuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbQ"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>What It Takes to Build a Weather-Ready Nation</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
on March 10.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>North River Activities and Events</i></b> - The Mass Audubon North River Wildlife Sanctuary in Marshfield hosts programs for children and adults. See their
</span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/north-river/programs-classes-activities"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">programs, classes, & activities page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for March events and education opportunities, such as Friday morning bird walks, photo exhibits, and a
</span><a href="https://www.massaudubon.org/program-catalog/north-river/70812-birding-by-van"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Birding by Van</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> trip on March
9.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Planet Stewards Educator Events</i></b> - The
</span><a href="https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/education/planet-stewards/welcome.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">NOAA Planet Stewards Education Project</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
provides resources for educators of elementary through college-aged students to promote scientific understanding of environmental challenges. Upcoming events include a Book Club session on
<i>The Big Melt</i> by Ned Tillman on March 16. </span><a href="https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USNOAANOS/subscriber/new?topic_id=USNOAANOS_139"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Sign up</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
to receive emails about future events.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Professional Development Courses at the New England Aquarium</i></b> - The New England Aquarium has announced several
</span><a href="https://www.neaq.org/learn/for-teachers/professional-development-educators/workshops/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Professional Development Courses</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for teachers. The three-part <i>Full STEAM Ahead: Ocean Adventures</i> workshop series will be given from March through May for educators of pre-k to first grade students. Register for one or more of the following workshops:
</span><a href="https://tickets.neaq.org/Selection.aspx?item=494&sch=207448"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Tidepools</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> on March 7,
</span><a href="https://tickets.neaq.org/Selection.aspx?item=494&sch=207449"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Coral Reefs</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> on April 11, and
</span><a href="https://tickets.neaq.org/Selection.aspx?item=494&sch=207450"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Deep Sea</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> on May 16.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Restoration Webinars</i></b> - Into June, NOAA and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will present the
</span><a href="https://doilearn2.webex.com/mw3300/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=doilearn2&service=6&rnd=0.9063110198514887&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Fdoilearn2.webex.com%2Fec3300%2Feventcenter%2Fprogram%2FprogramDetail.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26internalProgramTicket%3D4832534b00000002854ae1ae433c5b224f2cd42bd62454c170c6a732cdd4c4ce345037239c70413e%26siteurl%3Ddoilearn2%26internalProgramTicketUnList%3D4832534b00000002854ae1ae433c5b224f2cd42bd62454c170c6a732cdd4c4ce345037239c70413e%26cProgViewID%3D16642%26PRID%3Da46e886720adc872a2d818455419d836"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Restoration
Webinar Series</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> with monthly sessions on new restoration approaches, best management practices, and innovative restoration techniques. The next webinar,<i>
</i></span><a href="https://doilearn2.webex.com/ec3300/eventcenter/enroll/join.do?confId=151474688347889331&theAction=detail&path=program_detail&siteurl=doilearn2&confViewID=151474688347889331&internalProgramTicketUnList=4832534b00000002854ae1ae433c5b224f2cd42bd62454c170c6a732cdd4c4ce345037239c70413e"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Stage
0 Restoration: What It Is, and Why It's Important</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">, is on March 5.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Underwater in Salem Sound Lecture Series</i></b> - On the last Wednesday of each month through April, Salem Sound Coastwatch will hold free Underwater in Salem Sound
lectures in Marblehead, including <i>What Is that Brown Scum on the Water: Plankton Research in Salem Harbor</i> on March 25. See their
</span><a href="http://www.salemsound.org/calendar.html#Mar"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Community Calendar</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> for details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>WaterWatch Lecture Series</i></b> - In March, the North and South Rivers Watershed Association will hold the
</span><a href="https://www.nsrwa.org/protect-our-waters/education/waterwatch-lectures/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">WaterWatch Lecture Series</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> at the
South Shore Natural Science Center in Norwell. The final, lecture for 2020, </span>
<a href="https://www.nsrwa.org/event/weather-vs-climate-and-climate-change/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><i>Weather vs. Climate and Climate Change</i></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">,
is on March 4. The lecture is free and open to the public.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk9007356"><b><i>Winter Walks on Nantucket</i></b> - The Nantucket Conservation Foundation will host free, public
</a></span><a href="https://www.nantucketconservation.org/events/walking-tours/winter-walking-tours/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk9007356">Winter Walking Tours</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk9007356"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk9007356">
on Nantucket, including a </span></span><a href="https://www.nantucketconservation.org/event/winter-walk-tupancy-links/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk9007356">Tupancy Links walk</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk9007356"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk9007356">
on March 7. Reservations are required.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="font-family:"Arial Black",sans-serif">Other Items of Interest<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Environmental Education Awards</i></b> - EEA is now accepting applications for the 2020
</span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/energy-and-environmental-awards"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Secretary’s Awards for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.
All K-12 Massachusetts schools that offer energy and environmental education programs are eligible. Winners will be notified in April and invited to attend a formal award ceremony at the State House. To apply, see the
</span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/how-to/submit-your-nomination-application"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">EEA website</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">. Applications are due by March
30.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><a name="_Hlk32393349"><b><i>Gulf of Maine Council Award Nominations</i></b> - The Gulf of Maine Council on the Marine Environment is seeking nominations for the following
</a></span><a href="http://www.gulfofmaine.org/public/gulf-of-maine-council-on-the-marine-environment/awards/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32393349">2020 Annual Recognition Awards</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32393349"></span></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32393349">:
Visionary Awards recognizing “innovation, creativity, and commitment to protecting the marine environment,” Sustainable Communities Award for a community or a community group that embodies a sustainable environment and economy, Industry Award for a business
that has been a leader in improving the Gulf of Maine ecosystem, Longard Award for an outstanding volunteer within the Gulf watershed, and Susan Snow-Cotter Award for a coastal management professional who “exemplifies outstanding leadership or exceptional
mentoring in the Gulf of Maine watershed.” Nominations are due by March 27.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk32393349"></span>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Volunteer for the Neponset River Citizen Water Monitoring Network</i></b> - The Neponset River Watershed Association is seeking volunteers to join their
</span><a href="https://www.neponset.org/projects/water-quality/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Citizen Water Monitoring Network</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> for the 2020 season
to help monitor water quality in the Neponset River Watershed. If interested, please contact Kelly DiStefano at
</span><a href="mailto:distefano@neponset.org" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">distefano@neponset.org</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Herring Counters Wanted for North and South River</i></b> - The North and South Rivers Watershed Association is seeking volunteers to count river herring several times
per week at one of six sites from late March through early June. If interested, please
</span><a href="https://nsrwa.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/2020-river-herring-count-registration"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">sign up online</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Little River Volunteer Fish Counters Wanted in Gloucester</i></b> - Gloucester is seeking volunteers to help count alewives on their annual migration up the Little River
to Lily Pond from April 1-May 31. Volunteer counters help to assess the health of the alewife fishery, an important part of the marine food chain. If interested, please attend the information and training session on March 25 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Sawyer
Free Library, 2 Dale Avenue, Gloucester, and the field training session on March 28 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the West Gloucester Water Treatment Center at the corner of Essex and Magnolia Avenues. For more information, email Peter Seminara at<span style="border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">
</span></span><a href="mailto:pseminara@gloucester-ma.gov" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">pseminara@gloucester-ma.gov</span></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="border:none windowtext 1.0pt;padding:0in">
or call (978) 325-5248.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>2020 Nickerson Fellowship</i></b> - The Nickerson Conservation Fellowship Committee is soliciting proposals to support scientific research on the natural and cultural
resources of the Cape Cod National Seashore. Proposals will be accepted for research in the areas of the natural and social sciences, including terrestrial and aquatic ecosystem processes, biotic and abiotic ecosystem components, cultural and natural resource
management, and the political and social implications of resource protection and management. For details, including application information, see the
</span><a href="http://www.nps.gov/caco/learn/nature/nickerson-fellowship.htm"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">fellowship web page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">. The application deadline
is March 13.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Girls in Science Summer Fellowship</i></b> - The Earthwatch Institute, in coordination with Woods Hole Sea Grant, is seeking applications for the
</span><a href="https://earthwatch.org/education/student-fellowships/girls-in-science"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Girls in Science Summer Fellowship</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">,
which is open to Massachusetts High School girl-identifying students (rising juniors and seniors) with an interest in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. Fellows will participate in a week-long research expedition at Woods Hole Oceanographic
Institution from August 8-15, working with a female team of scientists/mentors to develop skills and build confidence for the pursuit of a STEM education and/or career.
</span><a href="https://fs22.formsite.com/EarthwatchResearch/form32/index.html"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Apply online</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"> by March 30.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Youth Preparedness Council</i></b> - FEMA is seeking applicants for its Youth Preparedness Council, which allows young leaders to serve on a national council, meet peers
from across the country to work together on disaster preparedness projects, and attend a Youth Preparedness Summit in Washington, DC. Council members are selected based on their desire for public service, community service efforts, and potential to be national
advocates for youth preparedness. For applications instructions, see the </span>
<a href="https://www.ready.gov/kids/youth-preparedness-council"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">FEMA website</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">. Applications are due by March 8.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Summer Ocean Science Workshops for Kids</i></b> - In July and August, Ocean Protection Advocacy Kids (OPAK) is offering week-long ocean science-themed workshops for
students in grades 2-12. Workshops are available in Plymouth, Dennis, and Chatham. For more information and to register, see the
</span><a href="https://opakedu.org/summer-2020"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">OPAK Summer 2020 Workshops page</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Summer Coastal Ecology Program for Kids</i></b> - Registration is now open for
</span><a href="https://westportwatershed.org/education/summerprograms/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">Westport River Watershed Alliance Summer Programs</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">
for kids aged 7-11 to learn about coastal ecology and explore coastal habitats in week-long programs. Also, hour-long daily sessions are available for children ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult. Registration is available on the
</span><a href="https://westportwatershed.org/education/summerprograms/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">WRWA website</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><i>Coastal Ocean Science Academy</i></b> - The Northeastern University Marine Science Center in Nahant is accepting applications for the
</span><a href="https://cos.northeastern.edu/marinescience/outreach/coastal-ocean-science-academy/"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">2020 Coastal Ocean Science Academy</span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841">,
a two-week summer experience for high school students from August 10-21 and one-week session for middle school students from July 27-31. Participants gain firsthand experience with diverse New England coastal habitats and marine resources and engage in hands-on
research activities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><span style="font-size:8.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Commonwealth of Massachusetts - Charles D. Baker, Governor<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Karyn E. Polito, Lieutenant Governor<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs - Kathleen A. Theoharides, Secretary<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Office of Coastal Zone Management - Lisa Berry Engler, Director<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Editor -
</span></b></span><a href="mailto:robin.lacey@mass.gov?subject=March%202020%20CZ-Mail"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Robin Lacey</span></b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">251 Causeway Street, Suite 800<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">Boston, MA 02114-2136<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">(617) 626-1200<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">CZM Information Line - (617) 626-1212<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">CZM Website -
</span></b></span><a href="https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-office-of-coastal-zone-management"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">www.mass.gov/czm</span></b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span></a><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">A publication of the Massachusetts Office of Coastal Zone Management pursuant<br>
to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Award No. NA18NOS4190023.<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">This publication is funded (in part) by a grant/cooperative agreement from the<br>
<a name="_Hlk32329264">National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA</a>).<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"><b><span style="font-size:8.0pt">The views expressed herein are those of the author(s) and<br>
do not necessarily reflect the views of NOAA.</span></b></span><span style="mso-bookmark:_Hlk18488841"></span><span style="font-size:8.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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