This is physical work.
This is hands-on, physical work. Expect to lift up to ~15 lbs, be on your feet, and get a little dirty. Come prepared to work as a team, and spend time outdoors.
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I really like getting my hands dirty, interacting with wildlife, wading out into the harbor.
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Thousands of volunteers – from 16 to 80 years old – power Billion Oyster Project's mission.
By volunteering on Governors Island, volunteers support the fabricating team with various activities we need at the time. Join a public volunteer day and take a hands-on role in restoration, research, and education. Activities include:
Sorting Shell
Removing debris from collected shells to prepare them for restoration. This step ensures only clean, usable material becomes part of the reef-building process.
Shoveling Shell
Moving shell substrate into position for processing. Volunteers help handle the raw material that will ultimately become the foundation of new oyster habitats.
Cleaning Shell
Using a mechanical tumbler to wash and refine shell substrate. This step prepares shells to safely support marine life in the harbor.
Crushing Shell
Breaking down shells into smaller pieces that can be used in concrete reef structures. This material becomes a key ingredient in building durable habitats.
Mixing Concrete
Combining shell and concrete to create the base material for reef structures. Volunteers help produce the building blocks of restoration.
Casting Reef Structures
Filling molds with the shell-concrete mixture and releasing formed pieces. These structures will be deployed in the harbor to support oyster growth.
Managing Shell Inventory
Organizing and moving shell trays to keep the workflow running efficiently. This ensures the entire restoration process stays on track.
Site Clean Up
Maintaining and organizing the shell pile and warehouse spaces by removing debris and supporting general upkeep. This work helps keep our operations running smoothly and ensures a safe, efficient environment for restoration activities.
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