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How can we protect salt marshes?

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Restoration of Marshes Altered by Mosquito Ditches Many salt marshes in Rhode Island have been impacted by the excavation of mosquito ditches. read more

Salt Marsh Restoration Since 1997, Save The Bay has facilitated community-based restoration projects by working with towns, cities, and other partners to remove fill and tidal restrictions, and support native species. read more

Vegetation along the salt marshes also protect the coast against strong storms. Cord grasses and reeds can grow up to 7 feet and absorb the force of storm surges and current energy. The plants play a role of wind-breaks, reducing the damaging effects of storms considerably. read more

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Salt Marsh Restoration
www.savebay.org

Saving The Salt Marshes
www.hampton.lib.nh.us