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 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.

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.

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.

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

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 2pm).

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

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

Learn through Back to the Bays' Buoys for the Bays about the restoration work CCE Marine Program is doing & paint buoys in watercolor

ArtSea Create & Sip: Buoys for the Bays Watercolor

Join us at Whales Tale Hampton Bays on June 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM for a fun and relaxed evening of watercolor painting! Whether you're a beginner or just want to unwind, we'll guide you through creating beautiful buoy-themed art while you enjoy the food and beverages at WhalesTale Hampton Bays. Bring your creativity and good vibes—it's all about having a great time in support of the bay!

Join CCE Marine’s Back to the Bays Habitat Specialists and Educators in a unique hands-on experience tending to our coastal plant nursery and new demonstrative coastal rain garden to kick off spring! We will be working with native coastal plant species and learning about their many important roles throughout this experience.

Please come prepared in clothes that you are ok with getting dirty. Also, bring gardening gloves and hand shovels if you have (some will be provided, but supplies are limited).

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

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 Bayside at low tide (around 2pm).

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

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

Become a "citizen scientist" and help us count and tag local horseshoe crabs coming to shore at night to lay their eggs!

Join us in a state-wide effort to monitor our local horseshoe crab population and collect data that will inform policy that will help sustain their population for generations to come!

Back to the Bays, an initiative of CCE Marine Program, oversees the monitoring of horseshoe crabs at the Tiana Bayside site, in Hampton Bays. To register for a date at this location, please signup here on Eventbrite, or contact our site coordinator, Danielle Morris at dm733@cornell.edu, 516-306-0958.

Yes, this work is conducted at night, under the full or new moon, when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay eggs! Be prepared to walk along the shore and wade into water if needed.

How to prepare:

• Please arrive 10 minutes prior to the scheduled monitoring time to get oriented

• Dress for the weather, rain or shine (only thunderstorms may cause cancellations)

• Wear waders or tall boots, or water shoes when water is warm enough - we only have a handful of waders to borrow

• Extra flashlights and headlamps are helpful - we only have 2 to borrow

• Instructions, data sheets, clip boards, and tools are provided

• Familiarize yourself with thisSample Data Sheet (waterproof sheets will be provided)

• ReviewQuadrat + Count Protocols (Volunteer coordinator will teach methods)

Please note: there are multiple dates and times to register for throughout the season. Please take extra care to register for the date and time you would like to attend.

Tiana Bayside 2026 Season Schedule

Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Marine Program and Stony Brook University are working with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation to coordinate and implement this project.

The intent of this network is to encourage participants to get involved with our annual horseshoe crab monitoring program on various reference beaches throughout New York’s Marine District. Participants assist with the collection of scientific data that is used to assess the status of horseshoe crabs in NY State, and will help determine the management and conservation of this important species throughout the region.

To learn more about this project in general and to register for other locations, visit: www.nyhorseshoecrab.org

Learn about horseshoe crabs & then get creative painting a horseshoe crab molt.

ArtSea Create & Sip Horseshoe Crabs

Join us at Whales Tale Hampton Bays for a fun evening! May 6, 2026 6:00-8:00 PM , we’ll be getting creative and learning all about horseshoe crabs while enjoying the delicious food and beverage at Whales Tale .

Whether you’re a horseshoe crab lover, an art lover or just looking for a cool way to unwind, this event’s got you covered. Bring your friends and let’s make some memories together!

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 construct a "Seahorse Hotel" artificial habitat based on what you have learned--your creation will be deployed in local waters at our Hampton Bays + Sag Harbor Stewardship Sites and utilized in our new seahorse restoration + monitoring efforts!

Join CCE Marine’s Back to the Bays Habitat Specialists and Educators in a unique hands-on experience preparing planting into our new demonstrative coastal rain garden to kick off spring! We will be working with native coastal plant species and learning about their many important roles throughout this experience.

Please come prepared in clothes that you are ok with getting dirty. Also, bring gardening gloves and hand shovels if you have (some will be provided, but supplies are limited).

Learn about CCE Marine's local coastal habitat restoration efforts & horseshoe crabs and then create an acrylic seascape on canvas.

Welcome to ArtSea Create & Sip! Join us at Whales Tale in Hampton Bays on Thursday, April 9th , 2026 at 6:00 PM for a night of learning, creativity and fun. Learn about the saltmarshes, water quality, horseshoe crabs and the work CCE Marine is doing.

No experience needed, just come ready to have a great time! 🎨🍷Enjoy the fun vibes, good food & drink, at Whalestale, while enjoying the company of like-minded people supporting our bays.