Hudson River Eel Project
Where: Hudson River estuary, New York Contact Email: eelproject@dec.ny.gov Open Volunteer Spots: Unlimited
Photo By Adam Moss
We are seeking volunteers to help study eels in streams of the Hudson River estuary! Volunteers check specialized nets for young transparent “glass eels” as they enter freshwater from their spawning grounds over 1,000 miles away in the Atlantic Ocean. Eels are counted, weighed, and released upstream, and environmental conditions are recorded. Sample sites include streams from NYC to near Albany, and all gear is provided.
If you’re interested in participating, email ee********@de*.gov and include where you live and a little bit about yourself, so we can match you with the best nearby site. For more information, visit the Hudson River Eel Project page on DEC’s website.
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