Volunteers Wanted For March 25 Dune Day At TOBAY Beach

MASSAPEQUA, NY — Residents who love visiting the beach and want to help protect the shoreline can join Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and members of the Town Board at the town's annual Dune Day, scheduled for March 25 at TOBAY Beach. The event begins at 10 a.m. by the dunes at TOBAY.

"The Dune Stabilization Project brings together residents of all ages in an effort to protect and preserve our beautiful shoreline and environment by planting stalks of dune grass," said Saladino. "Dunes along our south shore continue to face environmentally damaging storms that have a significant impact on the beach. Statistics indicate that the planting of dune grass provides a natural shield that is perfect for withstanding storm surges and high winds."

The Dune Stabilization Project helps preserve the beach and barrier island for future generations. Volunteers work alongside town officials and crews, as well as residents from across the town who share an interest in helping preserve TOBAY Beach.

To register as a volunteer, residents can click here. For additional information, contact the Department of Environmental Resources at (516) 677-5943 or email environmental@oysterbay-ny.gov.@oysterbay-ny.gov>