What’s an Estuary

Estuaries are places where rivers meet the sea. In Long Island Sound, freshwater from rivers, runoff, and groundwater mix with saltwater from the Atlantic Ocean.

Watch and learn why these vital waterways of life, culture, and economic growth should be protected and restored.

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