A big change: Tomorrow, Sept. 30, is Curt Johnson’s last day as president of Save the Sound. On Oct. 1, Leah Lopez Schmalz, currently our VP for programs, will become president.

The summer sun is out and here at Save the Sound we like to cool off at our favorite beach. Where's your favorite spot around the Sound to soak up the sun?

We’re back for another year of virtual Paddle for the Sound! Participate in a friendly virtual competition and celebrate the rivers, lakes, forests, and all greenspaces that make the Long Island Sound region great. To learn more and register today, visit savethesound.org/Paddle2022

From Jack Johnson to summer raft parties to another year of Paddle for the Sound - there is a something for everyone! Whether you're joining us under the summer sun, or staying in and cool, visit savethesound.org/StayEngaged to check out all of our upcoming events.

Residents and visitors are traveling to our picturesque beaches to enjoy the calm waters and summer sun. Your support of Save the Sound helps ensure beaches remain open, clean, and swimmable. Your beaches need your help! Give now at savethesound.org/SummerGift

Think about everything you love about Connecticut and New York in the summertime. Think about how much of it depends on clear water, clean air, and protected lands, and then make a gift to preserve it today! Give now at savethesound.org/SummerGift

MAJOR UPDATE: We're excited to share that on October 1, our Vice President of Programs Leah Lopez Schmalz will be succeeding Curt Johnson as President of Save the Sound as Curt moves toward retirement. Read more in our press release: ecs.page.link/izBQH

We are teaming up with Jack Johnson as an All At Once Non-Profit Partner! Visit us in the Jack Johnson Village Green at his concert this Sunday at Xfinity Theatre in Hartford to take action and enter to win an autographed ukulele and other prizes! #AAOPlasticFree @allatonceorg

Get your boat washed this Saturday at Pilot's Point Marine in Westbrook, CT and know that not only will your boat be washed with the most eco-friendly products in the business, but that 100% of the proceeds will go towards Save the Sound! Learn more at ecs.page.link/2wQNV

Whether you spent the morning on the water, joined us for the after party, or bid online in our silent auction - THANK YOU for helping us raise over $47,000 at Bass-A-Palooza XV. Your incredible generosity is what powers the work we do.

Bid now on your favorite items, from outdoor gear and chartered fishing trips to sport and concert tickets to vacation getaways! Get your pre-bids in at ecs.page.link/jBTna then join us in person at the Bass-A-Palooza after party for the conclusion of the silent auction.

This Saturday, nearly 100 anglers will be out on the water in our 15th annual catch-and-release fishing tournament. They'll celebrate at a catered after party - but will you be there with them? Get your tickets now to Bass-A-Palooza XV! ecs.page.link/14cVo

Your gift today will advance the fight for clean water! It will help stop the contamination of Long Island Sound and other local waters. Give now at ecs.page.link/KZp5E

The Bass-A-Palooza silent auction will officially go live on Monday, May 30 at 8:00 a.m. but you can register to bid and get a head start looking for your favorite items NOW! Preview some of the incredible items at ecs.page.link/EGxdy and set those reminders to bid!

There is no better day to register for Bass-A-Palooza XV! When you register for our annual catch-and-release fishing tournament, every cent you give goes toward protecting the waters you cherish most. Learn more and register now at ecs.page.link/14cVo

Steven Malinowski from the Fishers Island Oyster Farm will be hosting a webinar this Thursday, May 19, at 6:00 PM to learn about the ecological benefits of bivalve farming, and their techniques for farming oysters in the Long Island Sound. Register now at ecs.page.link/AaeE1

Where will you be in three weeks? We hope the answer is partying with us at our 15th Annual Bass-A-Palooza after party - after a successful morning of catch-and-release fishing. Register now at bassapalooza.com

The Great Give ended on Thursday and, together, you raised $5,700 for your community and regional environment - thank you! Because of you, our waters are cleaner, our lands are more protected, and our coastal communities are more sheltered from storms.

The Great Give is almost over and it’s been nearly two full days of giving to the projects you care about the most. Will you help us cross the finish line strong so we can get back to work on the projects you care about most? ecs.page.link/22ud7

Climate change is an ever-growing crisis that requires urgent attention and a clear plan of action. Will you double down on your commitment to clean air for you, your family, and future generations with your gift today? ecs.page.link/22ud7