Following the recent clearing at Alewife Brook to improve fish passage, many people have been curious about how the three PIE rivers compare. With the help of the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF), we’ve gathered10 years worth of data. …
Since 2023, IRWA has been working with NOAA through a cooperative agreement that aims to initiate transformational habitat restoration in the Great Marsh. The agreement has two primary goals: to increase the capacity of the PIE-Rivers Partnership and address a…
Summer is a busy time for field work, here are some updates from the Great Marsh: Marine Invasive species monitoring kicked off for the season in June! The MassBays Upper North Shore Regional Coordinator, Hanna Mogensen, will continue to monitor…
Did you know that up to HALF of the water we use in the summer goes directly onto our lawns? Most people don’t know that and step one to solving our water supply problems is educating people on how and…
The Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum (EHSSM), is a unique institution nestled along the river's edge, where history, craftsmanship, and environmental stewardship come together. Honoring our maritime heritage through boatbuilding and cultural programs, EHSSM also recognizes the impact of…