Catch me at Revere Beach!

             

My first day EVER on the job I got to explore Revere Beach. This is a very popular beach in the Boston area with unique scenery, wide range of wildlife, and lots of people looking to have fun in the sun! We spent the first day with the sun peaking through the clouds with wind, and of course exploring. We got to see the enclosed areas for Piping Plovers, we got to watch the tides go from extremely low to our toes, and we got to see how big the beach is, by the end of the day we walked 4 miles!! Lets just say I was dead by the end of it. Our next day we decided to go to the other end in the hopes of catching some fish and crabs. The sea Gods were on our side because we ended up pulling in a striper by routinely reeling in the line to get rid of algae. We all ran to see it because it was our first catch of the summer, yay! Overall I enjoyed my first week very much! I was exploring a great beach with some pretty cool people and learning along the way.

A little pinch never hurt!

Did you know Revere Beach was the first public beach? I know I didn't. This is one of many reasons why we need to keep our beaches clean and safe. So remember next time you're headed to the beach to get some sun clean up after yourselves. The trash we leave on our beaches only ends up destroying our beaches and ecosystem as a whole. Also, the ocean is these animals home so please be nice to it!

Team Michael says hi to our first catch!

Some time ago, Vice-president George H.W bush took a boat ride across the harbor and called it the “harbor of shame” and indeed it was. For a long time Boston had been dumping it’s sewage into the Boston harbor. In 1985, the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA) was established and a court ordered a clean up. In 1995 the change our harbor needed was put to action on Deer Island led by MWRA. Five years later the waste was no longer going into our harbor but now into a 9.5 mile tunnel outfall. I’m happy to say we no longer have the  dirtiest harbor in America. 

This crab wanted a photoshoot!

Smooth sailing,

Tnysha 

Carson Beach Vibes

This week's site for team Patrice was Carson Beach in South Boston. Carson Beach has been through a lot of change and adversity over the years. It went from being one of the dirtiest 

and unsafe waters around, to safe and pristine for swimming. Carson Beach was at the front of the Boston Harbor cleanup, which all started when people got sick and tired of seeing fecal matter on their beaches. It took Boston a court order and school desegregation before taking action in cleaning up the harbor. The plan started off with $4 billion to get state of the art engineering to design, build, and test the waste treatment plant on Deer Island in Boston Harbor. 

Let’s take a dive into the History of Boston Harbor, specifically Carson Beach and how shameful the water was. As I said above, people were very much disturbed at the fact that when they got to the beach it wasn’t as much of an exciting trip as they thought. The beach would be dirty, stinky, and just overall nasty looking. In an article by the New England Aquarium they state, “Carson Beach in South Boston was once deemed unfit for swimming due to high amounts of sewage and trash in the area. Thanks to the concerted efforts of volunteers and policy-makers through the 90s and into today, the beach is now much cleaner and safer for the public to use!”  This quote alone depicts how far we have come as a community because without any of our actions our beaches would still be unsafe!

Till next time, 

Alex Solano 

Beachin' it up in Revere :))

       On the first week of programming, I had the pleasure of starting the summer off at Revere Beach. Revere beach is just outside of Boston, next to the twins of Winthrop and East Boston. This is a very big beach, but that also means there are more activities to do. Each day of our programming we did something different. As a group we did things like fish, try to catch crabs and some sightseeing. People respected the beach for the most part, taking their trash with them instead of leaving it on the beach or in the water. As a group, we had done the same thing. 

Drawing in the sand at Revere Beach

As some of you may know, the Boston Harbor used to be one of the dirtiest harbors in the country because we would just pump our dump into the water. Doing this for so many years led to trash piling up on Spectacle Island. This is where trash from many towns and neighboring towns of Boston would put their trash, however it soon became a health hazard. It was shut down in 1959, but the trash remained. People wanted to turn it into a park or just a place people could go and get amazing views. The trash pile up stopped and they made some changes to the dump of an island. After the people got the okay to do the island over they used dirt from the Big Dig to fill it up. Now when you go to Spectacle and walk along the dirt paths, thank the Big Dig. There is still some trash below all of the dirt but you can't see it. The island grew in size as well, becoming the tallest island in the Harbor. 

Patrice Haney working on Spectacle Island last year.

Cleaning up our Harbor is extremely important if we want to stay healthy and prevent what happened so many years ago. Deer Island now helps keep Boston waters clean, but without it we would be surrounded by hazardous waters. Everybody just needs to do their part in picking up trash on beaches and not throwing trash or waste in our harbor. Having clean waters allows people to swim, fish and go out on boats because it is safe. As David Coffin always said, "back in the day if you were to go into the Boston Harbor, you would need a tetanus shot."

The Boston Harbor

Malibu Beach Exploring

The site my team went to was Malibu beach. It was originally a marsh, but was turned into a beach in 1908. The beach was not too big and was, at first glance, beautiful. When you walk on the beach you would sink and sometimes it would be filled with cone snails and hermit crabs. When you walk you see a lot of tall marsh grass and you can see a lot of plastic wrappers and bottles. Will and I were cleaning the beach and saw candy wrappers, coffee cups, and a lot of beer cans. The theme for this week was 'Clean up in the Boston Harbor'. Seeing the trash made me think that just because the outside looks pretty you still have to see the bigger picture. The harbor is cleaner than it used to be but there is still a lot to be done for the improvement of the harbor's water and shores.

When we talk about the history of the Boston harbor we see a very dirty and gross side of the harbor. Our shores were once called the "Harbor of Shame". That name was not at all justifiable for how bad our oceans in Boston were. The biggest reason why the waters were bad was because the city would release a lot of sewage into the harbor. Trash and waste was being introduced to the water and fishes and the quality was affected negativity. At one point the water was dangerous to swim in. Then in 1988 the vice president George Bush was on a boat cruise and saw the quality of the water. The idea of cleaning the waters was later indicated and slowly but surely the water quality was improving. Now many places like Spectacle Island and Malibu Beach are a hot spot for swimmers. It goes to show that if we work together in helping the earth we can make a big change for the future. 

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The POINT in cleaning up Fort Point Channel

     From crabs to pigeons, the Fort Point Channel is home to wildlife of all kinds. Located in the Back Bay and Boston Seaport area, it is home to historical events such as the Boston Tea Party and many historical ships. Seaport is also known for its booming art facilities where aspiring artist have displayed their work. The area is filled with fishermen on the docks, runners near the water and docking boats such as the Roseway, a historic wartime ship used in World War II. During my time at Fort Point Channel, I was able to catch crabs, explore with underwater drones, and witness all the wildlife in the area. Being able to see the wildlife opened my awareness of what we are disposing of in the water and how it affects the organisms living there such as jellyfish, crabs, fish, and clams. While working with the drones, I saw the underwater terrain and how it was accompanied by trash of all kinds; plastic bags, bottles, needles, and much more. On the docks, I was able to meet a group of men who were fishing out trash in boats on the water and there were over two trash bins of trash that they only had collected that morning. The reason why there is so much wildlife in the water is because of the efforts of people who actively clean the area, without them, trash would either be eaten by the wildlife, cause injuries or deplete their food resources.
    In past years, the Boston Harbor, nicknamed the Harbor of shame, has made great strides over 30 years after sewage and industrial waste was continually dumped in the waters. Through policy and lawyers advocates, their voices were heard in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusettes and in Federal Court. It became a 20 million dollar investment and by 2016 the Boston Harbor was declared "substantially complete" and is now one of the cleanest harbors in the world. Although the Harbor is clean much work can be done, there is still a substantial amount of plastic and waste that can harm the marine wildlife. In addition, Bostons' waters such as the Charles River are in dire need of attention with the toxic algae outbreaks and much more. This experience has opened my eyes to pay closer attention to my surroundings and how my actions such as throwing away a bottle can benefit the organisms that live there.

Sea you later!

Regina

The Roseway on the docks of Seaport.

A spider crab was caught in our trap.

Trashy to Flashy: How a Clean Harbor Saves More than Just Animals

Geneinno Poseidon Sea Drones

Let's dive into week one at Fort Point Channel!! Last year, Save the Harbor was involved in a cleanup of the channel, and it was great to be back. My team and I got to use sea drones, something new to Save the Harbor, and dive deep below the surface to check out the algae and fish that live down there. The drones connected to our phones so that we can control them, and we got an amazing view from it. These Geneinno Poseidon Sea Drones are a great learning tool that help us see the beauty of the harbor, and even the things we still need to work on, like recycling our trash. When not disposed properly, trash can be swept into the harbor, endangering the life there. Being able to see all of these fish in their natural habitat allows for us to appreciate them and strive to keep their home clean. On Tuesday we came in contact with two men who were cleaning up the channel as well, just like we have! It is people like them who help the wildlife flourish in the sea. The Fort Point Channel has not always been that clean, but recently it has been developed to have public areas, cleaner waters, and even hotels and restaurants.

All Aboard the Roseway!

 Similarly, Spectacle Island has gotten cleaner over the years, due to the care of the people and of course the sewage treatment plan. In the early 1900s, Spectacle Island was leading toxins straight into the water, making it dangerous to swim in. Spectacle Island became home to one of the highest piles of trash, which remained there for years. This island was home to death and disease. Many remember when Spectacle Island was a heaping pile of trash---literally, but let's talk about the complete 360 that spectacle Island has made. Now, spectacle Island is home to day tours and fun times. Not only can you swim there safely, but you can go on beach walks, hikes, play sports, eat, or even sunbathe. 

Spider Crabs for the win

Having a clean harbor, believe it or not, saves people too. From being able to avoid disease to enjoying some entertainment, having clean water all around us has become a luxury. Being one boat ride away, Spectacle Island is home to refreshing water and beautiful sea glass.

SEA you next time,

Aleena Mangham

Another Amazing Summer with SHSB

Who am I? Well the the flashcard always says: "Hi my name is Jasmine Bolanos. I am 19 years old and I live in Roslindale, Massachusetts. I go to the University of Massachusetts Boston and one interesting thing about me is that something I like to do on my extra time is that I enjoy playing soccer". That is what I would say if I was at a new school sitting in front of people I don't know. But this is SAVE THE HARBOR SAVE THE BAY... WHOOP WHOOP!! So let me  introduce myself better, so here goes nothing:

My name is Jasmine but I go by Jas too. This is going to be my second summer working among the amazing staff here with SHSB. I'm so excited to get back on the water, go to beaches, and learn more harbor history. Although this summer is going to be different due to the worldwide pandemic, it won't be any less exciting. I'm super excited to be part of a new group with people who are either new or returning to SHSB, I'm excited to be able to go to a number of different locations in Boston and learn more about the Harbor, and I'm also excited to lay out some crab traps and even do some fishing. Can't wait to make the most out of everyday :).

Like I mentioned before something I'm excited to do this summer is learn more about the harbor. What specifically you ask? Well personally I'm interested in learning what other organizations, like SHSB, are doing to help clean up the Harbor. I was able to take part in a clean up the SHSB did at the Fort Point Channel, where we go in kayaks with a net and plastic bag and tried to get as much trash out of the channel. But I certainly want to know what other ways in which people are trying to prevent littering in the harbor and also learn what other ways I myself can help even if in a small way.

This year orientation was a little different from what it was last year but I definitely enjoyed just being able to leave my house and spend some time with others. This pandemic has created a lot of changes but I'm glad to see that even though precautions must be taken to prevent the spread of Covid-19, it helps to see the that other than that SHSB will continue to help others learn about the harbor and experience what the harbor has to offer. 

Until the next swim,

Jasmine Bolanos

Fun at Malibu

    This was the first week working at an actual site and I worked at Malibu beach on Morrissey Boulevard in Dorchester. This location wasn't like any other beach I've been to because it was originally a marsh. I've never been to a marsh before so it was kind of exciting. There were a lot of great things about this place such as how the sun was shining the whole time, how the sand felt between my toes, and the water was very relaxing to take a dip in after work. We spent the first day split into groups, one trying out the air drone and the other cleaning up trash. There were a lot of people that would run along the beach side with their dogs and it was cool how they would let us pet them when we were on break. 

    The next day we did the same thing and brainstormed how we were going to do the lesson plan. We also ended up trying out the lobster trap when it was low tide. We let it sit there the whole day and by the end of the day it was high tide and I went swimming looking for it. It was pretty fun. The next day we came in and Ruben found the trap sitting where it was left with three or four crabs in it. All of them were alive and one of them was a really feisty one. 

    We found a lot of little critters yesterday. There were hermit crabs, mollusks, a moon jelly, and a rabbit. The final day was spent cleaning up trash and finishing up with final thoughts on our lesson plan. I liked almost everything about the site but the only problem I had was the hydric soil. I kept sinking knee deep inside of it and it was sort of gross but felt kind of cool. My favorite part would have to be either finding the moon jellyfish or seeing all of the hermit crabs near the lock. This site is unique because it was originally a marsh and now it's a beach. Kids could benefit from this site because there was a lot of trash there and that would show them how pollution is affecting the environment. They would also learn about the different types of animals that inhabit the marsh. The image below shows me holding the moon jellyfish. 

Catch you next week, 

-Will

My time at Malibu Beach

    Malibu beach is a small quiet peaceful beach I have learned a lot bout this beach like,Malibu Beach is a marsh. A marsh is where there is grass and other tall plants (such as herbs and shrubs) soak up the water and take it as nutrients. There are different parts of the marsh so when it’s high tide the grass can get the water and this helps with erosion because the grass takes the water and soakes it up so the water doesn’t get to high and doesn’t floods the land, and the grass can bring nutrients to the water they can also support the animals that live in the water and most of the grass grows in a waterlogged were there is to much water or it’s over flowing and the grass and other plants help slows the water flow. The soil that has been waterlogged for a long period of time has become depleted in oxygen. Also, the darker part of the sand is also nutritional because animals die in the water and they decompose can become nutritious that is why it looks gross but it helps the beach, the dead animals are organic and become nutrients.  It was very hard to walk on some parts of the beach but it was still fun we found hermit crabs and a green crab and we got to explore a lot too, we also got to fly a drone. I got to help clean the beach by picking up trash, i think kids will benefit from this beach by learning its past and how it transformed into a beach from a marsh and the life that lives there. Also what makes this site unique is that it use to be a marsh and i think that is very cool and how far it came from.

See you on the ocean!

-Ariana 

A Week on Malibu (no, not the one in California)

Hey y'all!

    This week Team Claudia went to Malibu Beach (a.k.a Savin Hill Beach). I actually live pretty close to Malibu Beach, but I haven't been there for years, and visiting for three days this week reminded me why. One of the things that makes Malibu Beach unique is that it used to be a salt marsh before the city decided to turn it into a beach back in 1908. We learned all about the importance of marshes this week: they're very helpful for fighting the erosion of our coastlines and provide a habitat for tons of aquatic plants and animals. However, all of the factors that make marshes great for the environment also make them not so ideal for beach-goers. For example, the thick, nutrient-rich sand by the shoreline is great for the animals who live in it, but not so great for people trying to walk through it, especially if you'd like to keep your shoes on and not cut yourself on shells (both of which I would like to have done, neither of which I achieved). But despite that, we still had lots of fun at Malibu Beach. 

Harpoon Snails

Hermit Crabs

    The best part about Malibu Beach actually also has to do with the fact that it's a marsh. If you want to go for a swim, Malibu Beach might not be the place to go, but if you want to catch hermit crabs or learn more about animals, this is the place for you. Many aquatic creatures thrive in marshes and we were able find tons of them. I’ve never seen so many hermit crabs in one place before, and I don’t think it’s just because we gave them some hot dog. Animals that we saw but didn't get pictures of include an egret (who flew away before we could get close), a dead eel(?), a moon jellyfish, and some crabs we caught in our crab trap. Other than finding animals, we also got to play around with an air drone and do a little bit of beach cleanup, which kind of went hand in hand. We were able to fly the drone over the marsh grasses and see trash that we might not have seen by just walking along the beach. The drone let us find more trash than we could've cleaned up otherwise, because the beach itself was actually pretty clean. Boston's beaches and waterways have come a long way from its Harbor of Shame days back in the 1980;s and doing these beach cleanups is a great way to make sure it stays like this.

Peace out y'all :)

-McRae

Malibu beach

This week we were working at Malibu beach. I loved that it was a little piece of paradise right in the middle of the city and that it had so many beautiful plants and trees. I think my most favorite part though was all the dogs that we saw pass by us. However, the sand was a quick sand nightmare. When the tide was low the closer you got to the water the deeper you would sink. I think my toes are still stained black from the black sand. We also found quite a few dead animals, dead crabs, dead jellyfish, and one dead mystery animal that looked sort of like an eel

 If kids were to go to this site i think that they would be able to really see the effects of pollution and littering on an environment. They would also be able to see with their own eyes just how many creatures depend on that area. When people think of beaches they immediately think about recreational activities. A beach is also a home that needs to be respected and taken care of. Going to Malibu beach would really help teach kids that animals and plants are greatly affected by our actions.

I learned so much from Malibu beach but most importantly I learned what a marsh is. Malibu beach was actually a marsh that wasn't transformed into a beach until 1908 in order to attract people to the area. Marshes are a natural water purifier. They filter out pollution and provide the animals that feed off that land with a lot of nutrients. The reason that the sand at malibu beach is so dark is because it's filled with nutrients from decomposed animals and other organic matters. It's actually really bad for the land for it to be disrupted by humans. So turning it into a beach wasn't an eco friendly move it was more of a money move.

My favorite part of being at the site was taking the pictures of all the things that I found pretty. It helped me see the marsh differently. My focus went from how the water looked gross and the sand was a nightmare to how many beautiful things this land allowed to grow. It also unlocked a new hobby for me. I officially have an Instagram for pictures of nature. It was also so much fun trying to find new animals and seeing new animals like jellyfish. Getting to learn new things, see new things, and change your view is always an amazing thing to be able to experience. 

Catch you on the flip side! 

-Vanessa

Cruisin' at Fort Point

    This week our team got to learn more about the Fort Point Channel, located in the Seaport District! The Fort Point neighborhood got its name from the old colonial fort that used to stand there. Since then, the entire neighborhood has been developed and transitioned in a variety of ways. Fort Point Channel was the most difficult undertaking of the Central Artery/Tunnel Project, which created the I-90 extension. Since then, the Channel has experienced great change. Cleaner water, parks, public docks, hotels, and restaurants have appeared among the historic bridges, buildings.

    The neighborhood of Fort Point is home to over 300 artists creating art in a wide array of media. This neighborhood is recognized as one of New England’s largest artists’ communities. The historic warehouse buildings of Fort Point are home to sculptors, painters, digital media artists, photographers, designers, performance artists, jewelers, book artists, and more. In addition to being home to many artists, Fort Point is home to many arts organizations and galleries; however, the neighborhood's gentrification has priced out most aspiring artists.

    This week we focused on the importance of keeping our harbor clean! We used crab traps to catch different types of crabs, to see what kinds of wildlife live in the harbor. Jasmine (a member of the team) lifted the trap and we found a huge king crab! We also had the chance to use the Poseidon sea drones! We were able to see all different sorts of sea life, such as crabs, jellyfish, muscles, clams, seaweed, and fish! We also had the chance to talk to someone who was working to clean the harbor. We took a look inside his boat and he had collected two large garbage cans of trash that morning! Week one was quite the adventure, I cannot wait for week two!

A completely new summer !!!

  A Completely New summer!!!!
 

Hey there, My name is Che Hanks I am going into junior year but I will be reclassing and will be a sophomore again. For my Freshman and Sophomore year I attended Excel academy charter high school in East Boston but this upcoming year I will be transferring to Bishop Fenwick in Peabody. I am very excited to be at a new school this year especially for Basketball, my past 2 years as a freshman and sophomore I played varsity basketball and started both years. At Excel I was also a student representative for my grade which was different for me but was a good difference because it taught me many different values like responsibility, independence and leadership

This is going to be my second year at the harbor. I really enjoyed last year, working with kids at 
many different sites but it’s a bummer we can’t this year because of corona and safety procedure, so this year is going to be a very different year but I am excited to see how it turns out. My site is Carson Beach and I have been there before and it’s a very
joyful place with a lot of good spirits.

Catch y'all later, 

Che Hanks

To new beginnings

     Hi guys, my name is Keiana and this will be my first year at Save The Harbor Save The Bay. I will be a sophomore at Cathedral High School in the South End and I live in Boston. Over all I feel like Boston is a great city to grow up and live in. Things I do that interest me are traveling, listening to music, and baking. I feel like traveling helps me get my mind off of things and allows me to feel happy and free. The artists I like to listening to are Tyler The Creator, Gunna, and Roddy Rich. As for baking I feel like I got more into it as quarantine started because I found it interesting and a good way to pass time!                               

     I am excited to work at Save The Harbor this year because I believe it will help me in the future. I want to pursue a job such as being a marine biologists because it deals with the ocean's environment and the species within. I know that is it good to take on jobs that will help me get experience in the job field that I am hoping to achieve. Luckily, Save the Harbor Save the Bay gives me that experiences hands-on. Also to new beginnings and meeting many new people and faces.

     Something that I would like to learn more about this year is Boston beaches history and how to become more professional in job settings. I want to get better at time management and learn how to balance work with life because I know that is essential to growing up. I wasn't at orientation unfortunately so I can't say much about that, but I can't wait to have a great summer! 

until next time,

Keiana Queen 

Year ONE Here I Come!!

Hello Everyone! 

My name is Hannah Tucker, I am 16 and a rising junior at Newton North High School. I live in
Newton MA. At school I really enjoy my chemistry and math classes and can’t wait for biology
next year. My favorite sport is skiing. I was on my school's alpine team freshman and sophomore
year. In the winter I work at Sugarbush Mountain resort teaching 3 and 4 year olds how to ski. 

Last summer I worked at Camp Harbor View on Long island in the science program. I was
introduced to STH when I helped out with the team there every morning. This summer I am most
excited about working all over the harbor and seeing all the different species that live there. I am
really hopeful that this summer will help me learn more about what it is like working on the water.
When I grow up I want to be a marine biologist. Save The Harbor is helping me take the first steps into
achieving my dream. 

For as long as I can remember I have absolutely loved the ocean and everything in it! When
I was in elementary school I was introduced to sharks and immediately fell in love. They have
been my favorite animal since second grade! I am determined to help make the ocean the best
home it can be for sharks and all the other organisms living there too. 

I am SO excited to be a part of the Save the Harbor staff this summer. Get ready for one amazing summer!

Best, 

Hannah Banana ;)

New Days and Sunny Skies!

Hello! My name is Kamal and I am a employee at Save the Harbor Save the Bay. As of right now I’m going into my sophomore year at Framingham State University. I reside in the Mattapan Area of Boston. Usually on my free time I like to hang out with friends and play video games as well. Not only that but recently I have taken a liking to skateboarding/biking,

I enjoy the thrill of it. In terms of working this summer, I’m mostly excited for the new people I can meet. There’s new employees and new people to meet in general which I’m excited for. Hopefully I can become good friends with all of them! In all my years that I have been working at thus job I always end up meeting new people and having a great time with them. I want to learn more about the harbor just in case I had missed anything from my previous years working here. Overall my favorite part of the orientation was seeing everybody and all the new faces that I haven’t seen in a while, the way me and my coworkers acted was nice and felt like i never left. It was a real refreshing sight to see.

Hope you guys have a whale of a time!

~Kamal

One of the fishes I had caught on the fishing derby!

Back for round two!!

   Hello, my name is Madison Theriault and I go to East Boston High School. I have grown up in East Boston and will probably live here for the rest of my life. I’m currently going into my senior year of high school and I play varsity basketball and softball. Playing sports for so many years has taught me a great deal of endurance, determination, and commitment that I hope to bring into this summer job. I’m very excited to work for Save the Harbor/Save the Bay again because, I had an amazing summer last year and learned so much about our Boston waters. When you live in a place all your life, you most likely take advantage of it, like I do with Boston, so I would like to learn some more history of the harbor, that way I can tell other people about it.

    This week I have realized how different this year is going to be compared to last year because of covid-19. Other than that I know that SHSB works with may other organizations to teach others about how they can save the harbor and participate in cleaning it up. During the summer, we will be doing what we can to keep kids enganged and having fun even if they can't be with us.

    Also,  I got to meet the new faces of the STH staff and get to know a few of them. I want the new comers to feel welcomed and accepted into our group so I am asking them questions about themselves. Here at STH we work as a team, but you can't be a team if you don't know all of your players. 

    Finally, my favorite part of this week was getting to get out of the house and see my friends again after so long. I can tell this summer will be different, but we are going to make the best of it and have some fun. 

Third Time's The Charm.

        Hello! My name is Albert Deblas and this is my third year at Save the Harbor/Save the Bay, while this year may be completely different due to the on-going pandemic in the world, I am nonetheless excited to be part of this wonderful program once again. I am currently going into my sophomore year at UMass Boston, I am currently undecided but my time at Save the Harbor has shifted me into the science field. Being around the water for most or if not all the summer has reignited my childhood passion for marine science. Learning new facts on and off the job has made this feel more like a hobby than actual working and being able to make a difference in the lives of many who cross our paths is one of the joys in working at this job.

Fish printing at an event last summer!

          Some of the most memorable moments I have had at this job were during my time at CHV last summer, meeting and talking to kids from all around Boston has been eye-opening, the multiple personalities you meet every day at this site make every day feel different from the rest. There was this one specific day that I will always remember and that was the day in which we were able to catch a fish for a kid who wanted nothing more. That was the day when I realized that I wanted to come the year after, the effect this program had on the youth was astonishing and I was finally able to realize that.

Looking for crabs at CHV!

          Even though the program at Save the Harbor has shifted tremendously because of social distancing, the core values which we will implant this year have not changed. Which is to educate the public about the water and marine life in Boston Harbor. While I will miss the aspect of the connections you make at this job, it is still enjoyable to be outside spending the summer near water instead of being in an office doing monotonous paperwork. I am extremely lucky to be working this year and will do my best to enjoy the summer as if nothing has changed.

See you next time!
- Albert

we back at it again year two yet so much has changed !

             Hello there, my name is Dhenia Mercier but you can call me dee. This is my second year of save the harbor and i couldn't be more excited to come back. since we haven't heard from from each other for a few months here's what has changed.  I'm officially a junior in high school. And i attend south shore christian academy. A change of schools from last year, but with that it truly helped me find myself and my community. i also discovered that i love to play soccer. and found my soccer family with my teammates. With covid i didn't get to run track this year. But with ever setback there is a great comeback.

me with my amazing teammates 

            Something that i am excited about for this year is my new team. Its already been two days and i just know that my coworker are ready to take the summer head on. We have already come up with amazing ideas for videos and how to reach the kids of Boston while maintaining social distance.  Something that i want to know more about how this past quarantine has effect the harbor. Seeing as though the quarantine made it so the ecosystem to flourish due to the lack of fishing done. My favorite par of orientation was the video making on the first day  because it gave me good tips on how to engage the viewer.



this is gonna be a great summer regardless of the circumstances