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2026 Summer opportunities Each summer, students play an important role in supporting the Fishers Island Conservancy’s conservation work. From monitoring shorebird nesting areas to assisting with horseshoe crab surveys and …

Welcome to Our New Website We’re excited to introduce the Fishers Island Conservancy’s newly updated website.Over the past several months, we’ve been working behind the scenes to refresh the site, …

Marine Debris Winter Reports 2025/2026 Beaches December 2025 – Total lbs = 72/ Total hours = 11&January 2026 – Total lbs = 240/ Total hours = 42.5BIG STONY – Total …

Meet Tyler McMahon, FIRST PhD Researcher Tyler McMahon is a first year PhD student in Wildlife and Natural Resources working in partnership with the Fishers Island Conservancy through the FIRST …

Shorebird Season 2026 Is Almost Here!Shorebird season is just around the corner, and with it comes our annual reminder that it’s almost time to share the shore. In the coming …

Thank you for your ongoing support of Fishers Island Conservancy!Dear Friends of Fishers Island,FI Conservancy President Tom SargentIt’s hard to believe that Halloween has come and gone and we are …

If you see a seal on the beach, it may be resting. When in doubt, call the Mystic Aquarium hotline and keep your distance.

New wetland rules have paused most phragmites work while permits are updated. The Parade Grounds is the only site moving forward right now.

A spotted lanternfly was found in New London near the ferry, which means the invasive insect could reach the island. Check your belongings, watch for egg masses, and report any …

Announcing the Results of the Fall 2025 Migratory Bird Count