Contract opportunities
PODCAST PRODUCTION AND CONSULTATION—BIL
Estuario seeks proposals from qualified firms/individuals for Podcast Services to document the restoration of the Juan Mendez Creek under the funds of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). See the listing here.
STAKEHOLDER AND ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
The Stakeholder and Engagement Coordinator supports Estuario's role as a regional convener, catalyst, and facilitator to restore and maintain clean waters that support thriving ecosystems, healthy communities, and a vibrant ecosystem in the San Juan Bay Estuary and its urbanized watershed. See the listing here.
CITIZEN SCIENCE AND EDUCATION MANAGER
The Citizen Science and Education Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Estuary's capacity building efforts and education efforts at a regional level. This position will help develop and communicate data related to baseline conditions through habitat, restoration, or coastal resilience initiatives, volunteer monitoring, and other data sets through education efforts. See the listing here.
Family day out at the County Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve
Friends of the Lagoon Meeting
El Wednesday, November 8, 2023 We will have the next Friends of the Lagoon meeting, at 6:00 pm at Jaime Benítez Park in the Condado Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve. Friends of the Lagoon is a community action group that collaborates with the Estuary, the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA), and the Municipality of San Juan on the management of the Estuarine Reserve. This meeting is open to neighbors, users, and allies of the Lagoon.
The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom, which you can access directly through this link. We will wait for you!
Certification of scientific citizens
- November 9th – Field trip: water quality monitoring; with Rebeca Rivera, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the Condado Lagoon and coastal area
- November 9th – Introductory workshop on water quality monitoring; with Coral Avilés, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm via Zoom
- November 16th – Introductory workshop on microplastics and other aquatic debris; with Coral Avilés, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm via Zoom
- November 17th – Field trip: participatory bird census; with Coral Avilés and Eliezer Nieves, from 7:00 am to 10:00 am in San Juan Central Park
- November 5th – Field trip: ecological assessment of coral communities; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am at the Condado Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve
- November 5th – Field trip: ecological assessment of coral communities [STUDENTS 9-12]; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am at the County Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve
- November 7th – Thematic workshop: fish identification; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm via Zoom
- November 11th - Field trip: planting coastal vegetation; with Andreína Alexatos, from 8:30 am to 11:30 am in the Northeast Ecological Corridor—San Miguel
- November 11th - Field Trip: Ecological Assessment of Coral Communities [STUDENTS 9-12]; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am at the County Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve
- November 14th - Thematic workshop: ecological assessment of seagrass communities; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm via Zoom
- November 19th - Field trip: ecological assessment of seagrass communities; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am at the County Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve
- November 19th - Field Trip: Ecological Assessment of Seagrass Communities [STUDENTS 9-12]; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 8:00 am to 11:00 am at the County Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve
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Additional activities and opportunities
On October 10, 2023, the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA) published the draft of the Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation, and Resilience Plan for Puerto Rico. This draft was developed by the Committee of Experts and Advisors on Climate Change (CEACC) and outlines actions to reduce risks caused by climate change in multiple sectors throughout the island, as established by Law 33-2019.
During November and December, public hearings will be held to allow the people of Puerto Rico to submit observations and recommendations for inclusion in the Plan. The Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA) is currently accepting registrations to appear and testify during the hearings. Access [link/link] this link to download the Plan, view public hearing dates, get more information and register.
On Saturday, November 4, 2023, during the La Goyco Community Workshop Fair, join our campaign collaborators. It should not touch the floor or reach the waterto the workshops:
- From plastic to practical: create your festive birthday tablecloth postcard; with Columpio Colectivo, at 11:00 am in the Dance Hall
- Glass workshop—make your Christmas gifts with reused bottles; with Michelle Malley and Aixa Campos, at 11:00 am in the Art Room
Message from your virtual community center
Download today the Community Hurricane Preparedness Guide and use their recommendations during this season.
The strength and resilience of your community begins in your home.
Stay informed!
Take advantage of our information platform, the Virtual Estuary Community Center, where you will find vital information to prepare yourself along with your family and community.
To learn about Estuary Risk Mitigation and identify risks, conditions, and assets in your community, visit: https://estuario.org/mitigacion/
Weekly bacteriological monitoring
Assessment conducted on Thursday, November 2, 2023. We have a GREEN flag for the Condado Lagoon Estuarine Nature Reserve. All shoreline stations met the Beach Action Value water quality standard of 70 CFU/100 ML. Remember to avoid the water during rain events. Have a great weekend!
