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Suffolk County Awards The Nature Conservancy 1 Million ‘Clams’ for Shellfish Restoration Efforts

Conservancy Also Stocks Great South Bay With 1 Millionth Clam

Cold Spring Harbor, NY—June 27, 2006—The Nature Conservancy announced today that Suffolk County has awarded the conservation group $1 million for the restoration of depleted shellfish –specifically hard clams –in the Great South Bay. The funding will further The Nature Conservancy’s unprecedented effort to restore the once-abundant clam and to improve water quality in the Great South Bay.


WHO:  The Nature Conservancy on Long Island
           County Executive,  Steve Levy
           County Legislator William J. Lindsay (invited)

WHAT:  Announcement of $1 Million Award
            1 Millionth Clam Stocked into Great South Bay

WHEN: Wednesday, June 28th 1pm

WHERE: Shoreline/grassy area at Long Island Maritime Museum
              86 West Ave, West Sayville 11796
             *In case of rain, event will take place inside Museum.