With federal cuts looming, funding for the National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) is at risk!
Since 1972, NERRS has protected 29 ecologically significant sites in 23 coastal states and Puerto Rico protecting critical habitat for hundreds of rare and endangered species and conducting important scientific research.
The Hudson Valley is home to the Hudson River Estuarine Research Reserve (HRNERR), which manages four unique wetland areas, operates the Norrie Point Environmental Center, monitors water quality in real time, and helps communities plan for resilience. HRNERR programs, engages thousands of students, teachers, and community members each year through programs like Day in the Life of the Hudson River and eel monitoring co-facilitated with the NYDEC Hudson River Estuary Program.
But this critical work depends on federal funding. Join us in advocating for this important network and its work to protect ecologically significant areas, conduct important research, and educate communities. Request Congress to fully fund NERRS.
