Marshes of Drakes Island: Stories from a Farming Past, Collaborating for a Resilient Future
Learn about the history of this Drakes Island marsh and an upcoming project to build its resilience to sea level rise.
Reservations
Not Required
Free and open to the public.
Location
Mather Auditorium
Learn about the farming history of the Goodwin Marsh and how Wells residents and restoration scientists are collaborating on a project to help local marshes survive sea level rise. Bring your stories about Wells marsh history and questions about changes you have observed in the marshes you care about.
Jake Aman, Wells Reserve Stewardship Director, will share the history of the collaboration that laid the foundation for the restoration project. Dr. David Burdick, a salt marsh ecologist from UNH, and Geoff Wilson of Northeast Wetland Restoration will share their experiences designing and implementing innovative salt marsh restoration projects all over the northeast and the plans for the Goodwin Marsh in Wells.
The team looks forward to hearing your stories. Save room for dessert – cookies and cider will be served.
For more information, contact Dr. Chris Feurt, Coastal Resilience Scientist, Wells Reserve at cfeurt@wellsnerr.org.