Help at Tiana Bayside Facility in the coastal plant nursery collecting & planting seeds, SEAd Bomb making, & transplanting native plants.

Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program's Back to the Bays Initiative will be hosting a Coastal Habitat Stewardsip Session on October 31st 10-11:30am , as part of our work to help enhance and restore the coastal habitats of Southampton Town.

Help CCE in our coastal nursery prepping for winter and creating SEAd Bombs. Each participant will bring home milkweed seeds.

Coastal plants of many varities provide essential habitat for many species of birds, coastal land animals and the Diamondback Terrapin during part or all stages of life. They also help prevent erosion, buffer storms, and sequester carbon, helping to mitigate climate change. Our SEAd bombs will made with milkweeds, butterfly weed, goldenrod and coastal grasses.

To learn more and support our restoration work in this region visit: backtothebays.org/hamptonbays

We strongly encourage all participants to become registered 2026 Back to the Bays Stewards, to help support these public events. Enroll HERE!

Please note this event has been CANCELLED. We hope to re-schedule soon!

Join us at the Redwood Anchorage, now operated by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Marine Program, for an exciting in-person event! Dive into creativity with the ArtSea Seahorse Shell Mosaic and experience the beauty of marine-inspired art.

Date & Time: October 17, 2026 at 12:15 PM

Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with nature and art in a vibrant community setting. We look forward to seeing you there!

Price includes all materials and instruction by professional artist, Carolyn Munaco.

This ArtSea session is immediately following our Marine Meadows Workshop at the same location. Join us for both and make a day of giving back to the bays!

Join us afterschool for a 2-part series to create memorable halloween-themed artwork at the educational Tiana Bayside Facility! 8-11 yrs.

Thursday, October 15th & 22th

We'll be getting in a spooky mood and creating memorable halloween-themed art projects, using upcycled burlap from CCE's eelgrass restoration work.

Participants will also enjoy the benefits our bayside facility, such as viewing live marine animals in our indoor touchtank.

All art materials provided. Just pack a snack and dress for a mess!
We'll be using acrylic paints that may stain clothes.

This is a drop-off program. Enjoy a peaceful stroll along the beach for yourself, while we keep the kids engaged, learning, and creating.

Pick-up is promptly at 6pm.

Join us afterschool for a 2-part series to create memorable halloween-themed artwork at the educational Tiana Bayside Facility! Children 7-8

Tuesday, October 13th & 20th

We'll be getting in a spooky mood and creating memorable halloween-themed art projects, using upcycled burlap from CCE's eelgrass restoration work.

Participants will also enjoy the benefits our bayside facility, such as viewing live marine animals in our indoor touchtank.

All art materials provided. Just pack a snack and dress for a mess!
We'll be using acrylic paints that may stain clothes.

This is a drop-off program. Enjoy a peaceful stroll along the beach for yourself, while we keep the kids engaged, learning, and creating.

Pick-up is promptly at 6pm.

Children 7-11 yrs. Join us during the Monday holiday to create memorable halloween-themed artwork at the educational Tiana Bayside Facility!

Kids out of school on a Monday?

Bring them down to Tiana Bayside Facility in Hampton Bays!

We'll be getting in a spooky mood and creating memorable halloween-themed art projects, using upcycled burlap from CCE's eelgrass restoration work.

Participants will also enjoy the benefits our bayside facility, such as viewing live marine animals in our indoor touchtank.

All art materials provided. Just pack a snack and dress for a mess!
We'll be using acrylic paints that may stain clothes.

This is a drop-off program. Enjoy a peaceful stroll along the beach for yourself, while we keep the kids engaged, learning, and creating.

Pick-up is promptly at 4:00pm.

Join us during the Monday holiday to create a halloween-themed artwork at the educational Tiana Bayside Facility! Children 4-6 yrs +adult.

Kids out of school on a Monday?

Bring them down to Tiana Bayside Facility in Hampton Bays!

We'll be getting in a spooky mood and creating memorable halloween-themed art projects, using upcycled burlap from CCE's eelgrass restoration work.

Participants will also enjoy the benefits our bayside facility, such as viewing live marine animals in our indoor touchtank.

All art materials provided. Just pack a snack and dress for a mess!
We'll be using acrylic paints that may stain clothes.

This is a parent and child program.

Oyster Fest returns to Greenport Harbor Brewing Company Sunday, October 11, from 12–6pm! Join us at the Original GHBC, 234 Carpenter St., Greenport.

Back to the Bays will be participating with interactive marine-themed community art projects, marine themed gifts and more!

Live music by The Get Up Band (1–5 PM), oyster shucking contest at 3pm, local vendors, and food truck on site.

Participating Oyster Farmers:
- Davy Jones Oysters
- Little Ram Oysters
- Founders Oysters
- Peconic Gold Oysters
- Hampton Oyster
- NF Big Oyster
- Great Gun Oysters
- Oysterponds Shellfish Co.
- Little Creek Oysters
- Blue Island Shellfish
- Stella Maris Oysters

For more info, visit https://greenportharborbrewing.com/events

Monarch butterfly tag & release, seed collecting & SEAd Bomb making for coastal habitat restoration.

Back to the Bays Stewardship Session! Join us for an evening in the garden by the bay. We will be tagging and releasing monarch butterflies, seed collecting, and SEAd bomb making for coastal habitat restoration. We are tagging the butterflies as part of Monarch Watch's citizen science data collection and restoration efforts.

Monarch Watch Vision Statement: In recognition of the rapid loss of habitats and resources needed by monarch butterflies in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, it is clear that the preservation of the monarch migration will require stewardship by the governments and private citizens of all three countries. We all must work together to create, conserve, and protect monarch habitats. Sustaining monarch habitats will have the effect of protecting vital pollinators and other wildlife.

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County strives to host inclusive, accessible events that respectfully enables all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to interact and engage fully. Our Association will make reasonable accommodations to enable all individuals to participate in our events. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Carolyn Munaco at cjm427@cornell.edu

Get creative while learning about coastal plants, habitat, & monarch butterflies.

Welcome to ArtSea Create+Sip at Whales Tale Hampton Bays! Join us on September 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM Learn about coastal habitat and the mighty monarch butterfly . It's going to be a fun and educational evening with like minded friends while enjoying creating a multi-meium abstract surrealism art of plants & butterflies.

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Learn from CCE Marine educators about our local seahorse and then get creative making a unique seahorse shell mosaic!

Welcome to ArtSea Create & Sip ! Join us for a fun evening of creativity and relaxation as we come together to learn about eelgrass, seahorses and other inhabitants and create a fun and whimsical seahorse shell mosaic. No experience necessary . So grab a drink & some food, unleash your inner artist, and let's have a great time together!

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at Tiana Bayside in Hampton Bays to survey the seahorse population!

Did you know the Northern Lined Seahorse is native to Eastern Long Island? Unfortunately, loss of habitat has led to significant decline in their populations. Come to this interactive workshop to learn about the life cycles + behaviors of seahorses from CCE Marine's experts, and then work together as a group to sein for seahorses in the eelgrass meadows off Tiana / Ponquogue at low tide (around 1pm).

We encourage you to register as a Back to the Bays Steward beforehand which you can do at this link. We look forward to seeing you, and thank you for your participation!

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County strives to host inclusive, accessible events that respectfully enables all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to interact and engage fully. Our Association will make reasonable accommodations to enable all individuals to participate in our events. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Kim Manzo at kp92@cornell.edu

Join Back to the Bays and Menantic Creek Keepers to plant oysters at our restorative oyster reef site in Menantic Creek as part of our Shelter Island Stewardship Site.

After a short presentation and safety briefing, we will embark on our oyster planting paddle in Menantic Creek!

Bring your own paddle board or kayak. Please dress appropriately, as you might get wet and slightly dirty when handling the oysters. Please ONLY register for this event if you are a strong swimmer and have experience paddle boarding or kayaking. You will need to sign a Liability Waiver as part of the check in process so please be on site promptly at 3pm.

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at our NEW Redwood Anchorage Facility in Sag Harbor for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Help us assemble floating marsh rafts in Sag Harbor Cove off of the Redwood Anchorage Facility.

We encourage you to register as a Back to the Bays Steward beforehand which you can do at this link. We look forward to seeing you, and thank you for your participation!

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County strives to host inclusive, accessible events that respectfully enables all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to interact and engage fully. Our Association will make reasonable accommodations to enable all individuals to participate in our events. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Kim Manzo at kp92@cornell.edu

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at our NEW Redwood Anchorage Facility in Sag Harbor for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join us at Whales Tale - Hampton Bays, for a fun-filled day of oysters, live music, art, and activities, to give Back to the Bays!

Relish in peak summer season with us at our annual Back to the Bays Day Fundraising + Awareness event.

Enjoy live music by Roots Foundation, local oysters, extensive Back to the Bay Stewardship Drive Raffle, kids activities, Basket Auction (values up to $500), and more!

Pre-registering for this event is appreciated, but not required. Bring friends and family! Registering ahead of time in Eventbrite automatically enters you into a special door prize raffle! *Pre-reg. will end at 10pm the night before event, August 7th, but all are welcome join!

Back to the Bays Stewardship Program

Much of what we do through CCE Marine Program's Back to the Bays Initiative is centered around stewardship - the act of caring for of our natural environments. The work we accomplish annually at our Back to the Bays Stewardship Sitesis having a meaningful impact on water quality improvement, marine and coastal habitat restoration, clam and bay scallop population enhancement, and expansion of oyster reefs in our bays.

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at our NEW Redwood Anchorage Facility in Sag Harbor for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.

Join Back to the Bays at our Tiana Bayside Facility for family fun for your 3 - 6 year olds!

Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the fascinating world of marine life, in the beautiful sea-side setting of Eastern Long Island.

Bay Buddies is geared for children 3 to 6 years old accompanied by an adult caretaker. (Younger siblings that are pre-crawling are welcome to join).

Our Bay Buddies programs are designed for caretakers and little ones to learn and experience together*.

Hands-on, interactive activities include story reading, touch-and-feel learning, age-appropriate art projects, and meeting live marine animals in a safe and fun way. Some activities may take place at the edge of the bay, so dress for the weather and bring an extra change of clothes and towel.

If you're registering more than one child, each registration purchased admits one child, accompanied by 1 adult. Additional children should be registered separately, by purchasing additional tickets. We recommend having 1 adult per child, but a single caretaker may accompany up to 2 children.

*Caretakers must stay with their registered child for the duration of the program, and be able to assist them in safely interacting with other children, educators, and live animals.

Multiple dates and times. Please register each child for each session you would like to attend.