Our mission is to restore thriving oyster reefs in the Wye River sanctuary, improving water quality and habitat for generations to come.
Restoring oysters. Reviving the river. Powered by community.
WHY OYSTERS MATTER
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● Clean Water – each oyster filters up to 20 gallons/day, removing pollutants and excess nutrients (4 min video)
● Wildlife Habitat – oyster reefs shelter fish, crabs, and other marine life
● Community Benefit – healthier rivers, stronger bay, brighter future
OUR SUCCESS SO FAR
● Launched May 2025 - In just 6 weeks, community donations funded 21 million spat on shell on 3 acres of historic reef
● When mature, these oysters will filter approx. 75 million gallons of water every single day
GOALS FOR 2026
✔ Plant 30–50 million additional spat on shell on 6-9 acres of historic reefs
✔ Grow community participation
HOW WE ACCOMPLISH OUR MISSION
● Local Focus: The only program dedicated solely to the Wye River
● Volunteer-Led: Virtually 100% of donations fund oysters
● Trusted Partners: Planting plan approved by Maryland DNR, planting by established, committed growers