Volunteering on Governors Island

General Public • Ages 16+ • 5 Hours

by Billion Oyster Project· New York, NY

What to Expect

Join us for a hands-on volunteer day with the Billion Oyster Project! Help restore NYC’s harbor by cleaning shell substrate, fabricating reef balls, or maintaining the shell pile for the busy season ahead. Shell cleaning involves washing, shaking, and loading shells that will later be seeded with juvenile oysters. Reef ball fabrication includes mixing eco-concrete and filling molds to create new reef structures. You may also assist with shell pile maintenance by clearing debris and organizing materials and equipment. Every task is crucial to the project’s success, and you'll be making a direct impact on the restoration of the harbor's oyster population while getting a little messy in the process!

Please note: We reserve public volunteer days for the general public only. It would be unfair to allow any affiliated/corporate groups to sign up on these days as we do corporate/private volunteer days on Governors Island that can be customized based on your needs.

Includes

We will provide all of the necessary tools and safety gear (including gloves, hearing and eye protection).

Duration

5 hours

Address

Governors Island

Pricing

Participant · Ages 16+Free

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Thank you for donating your time to Billion Oyster Project! If you need to cancel, please make every effort to do so at least 36 hours before the event. For any last minute cancellations please email [email protected].

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Inclement Weather Policy:
nOur outdoor events are subject to cancellation in the case of inclement weather. Participants will be notified 24 hours in advance if an event is canceled.

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The following criteria will be considered in deciding whether to cancel an event due to inclement weather or other hazardous conditions:

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  • Chance of precipitation exceeds 70% with an accumulation rate over 0.25 inches/hour
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  • Temperatures equal to or greater than 95° Fahrenheit and relative humidity over 50%
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  • Temperatures equal to or greater than 90° Fahrenheit and relative humidity over 70%
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  • Temperatures equal to or greater than 85° Fahrenheit and relative humidity over 90%
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  • Temperatures are less than 32° Fahrenheit
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  • Air quality index of greater than 100
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