The Opening of Georgica Pond
October 11, 2023 Photos: East Hampton Town Trustee John Aldred The Trustees open Georgica Pond twice a year to the ocean—in the Fall and Spring. The cut provides a balanced salinity, oxygen, and migration of fish and other living organisms inhabiting the pond that benefit each. Historically, the lettingRead More
Trustee’s Annual Clam Contest & Event Cancelled
The Trustees have cancelled BOTH the contest and the event due to the DEC NY shellfish harvesting closures. Please read the article in The East Hampton Star for all the information written by Christopher Walsh. There is more about the cause of the cancellation here on the Trustee websiteRead More
The East Hampton Star’s Editorial – A Stark Warning
Regarding the cancellation of the annual Trustee’s Largest Clam Contest- Editorial October 5, 2023 For what we think is the first time in a third of a century, the East Hampton Town Trustees Largest Clam Contest has been canceled on account of the weather. The decision came after theRead More
Invasive Spotted Lanternfly is Here
Recently, community members have spotted the invasive Spotted Lanternfly. An invasive species, they originate from various parts of Asia, including China and Vietnam. While not dangerous to humans, they destroy plants and trees and will eventually cause widespread economic harm. Experts say those hesitant to kill lanternflies they spot needRead More
East Hampton Middle School’s Surfrider Junior Club & Trustee Adventure!
It was a perfect early Fall day on October 5th for paddle boarding and seeding Three Mile Harbor with 25,000 oysters from the East Hampton Town Shellfish Hatchery with Director, John “Barley” Dunne. In time, if all goes well with water temperatures and weather conditions, the oysters will matureRead More
Ocean Beaches
The Trustees generally claim ownership of certain ocean beaches WEST of Napeague Lane to Georgica Association and WEST of Georgica Association to East of Town Line Road.
