Mill River Wetland Committee, Inc.

06/12/2026

All month long we will be benefiting from the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program! Mill River Wetland Committee will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at the at the Stop & Shop located on 1160 Kings Highway Cut-off in Fairfield until the end of June.

06/12/2026

In late May, the Mill River Wetland Committee was thrilled to host Barnum School students for our very first Biodiversity at Mill Hollow Park study trip program funded through the Restore America's Estuaries Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund.

With amazing weather, enthusiastic students, and plenty of wildlife to discover, the program rounded out the final phase of our expansion efforts for the 2025–2027 grant funding period.. Over three class study trips, students explored wetlands, observed biodiversity firsthand, and gained a deeper understanding of the ecosystem’s role in supporting many life forms.

✔️ 3 study trips
✔️ Engaged students full of curiosity and excitement
✔️ 16 parents and support staff involved
✔️ 4 MRWC program leaders per trip

A huge thank you to everyone who helped make these field experiences so successful!

Interested in volunteering or becoming a program leader for next year’s trips? We’d love to hear from you. Contact us to get involved.

This experience was made possible through a grant from Restore America’s Estuaries Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund 2026.

06/05/2026

We are grateful to be among the the 15 awardees announced by Restore America's Estuaries (RAE) for the 2026 Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund (LISCIF), a partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Long Island Sound Partnership (LISP).

LISCIF projects are selected based on their ability to improve the Long Island Sound and to address environmental concerns within the region.

To learn more, visit https://estuaries.org/restore-americas-estuaries-announces-long-island-sound-community-impact-fund-2026-awardees/

We thank our team of dedicated volunteers who submitted the grant application.

06/03/2026

We’re excited that Stop & Shop has selected Mill River Wetland Committee to benefit from the Community Bag Program!

Throughout June, we will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Community Bag purchased at the Stop & Shop located on 1160 Kings Highway Cut-off in Fairfield.

05/22/2026

The church was honored to host the Mill River Wetland Committee, Inc. Founder's Day Celebration for the second consecutive year. The event honors the enduring legacy of Joy Shaw (shown here in the green sweater) who in 1967 began the efforts to protect the town's wetlands. Holly Franquet, a member of our Creation Care Pathway, was one of many people, who attended the program.

05/13/2026

Together with the Fairfield Shellfish Commission, we had the distinct pleasure of hosting these students for this exceptional hand-on learning experience and appreciate the support from Connecticut Sea Grant making the study trip possible.

05/13/2026

MRWC River-Lab at Yellow Mill Channel

Every drop tells a story. 💧🌿

From wildlife habitat to cleaner water and stronger communities, healthy wetlands and rivers make a difference every day. Thank you to everyone helping protect and restore these incredible natural resources for future generations.

Together, we can create a healthier environment - one action at a time. 🌎

This enrichment experience was made possible through a grant from the Restore America's Estuaries Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund 2026

05/02/2026