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 Estuario’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 at Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve
Meeting of Amigos de la Laguna
On Wednesday, November 8, 2023, we will have the next meeting of Amigos de la Laguna, at 6:00 p.m. in the Jaime Benítez Park of the Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve. Amigos de la Laguna is a community action group that collaborates with the Estuario, the DNER and the Municipality of San Juan in the management actions of the Estuarine Reserve. This meeting is open to neighbors, users and allies of the Lagoon.
The meeting will have a virtual space through Zoom, which you can access directly through this link. We look forward to seeing you!
Certification for citizen scientists
- November 9 – Field trip: water quality monitoring; with Rebeca Rivera, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Laguna del Condado and coastal coastline
- November 9 – Introductory Workshop on Water Quality Monitoring; with Coral Avilés, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom
- November 16 – Workshop on introduction to microplastics and other aquatic waste; with Coral Avilés, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom
- November 17 – Field trip: participatory bird census; with Coral Avilés and Eliezer Nieves, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. in San Juan’s Central Park
- November 5 – Field Trip: Ecological Assessment of Coral Communities; with Daritzel Cintron, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve
- November 5 – Field Trip: Ecological Assessment of Coral Communities [STUDENTS 9-12]; with Daritzel Cintron, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve
- November 7 – Thematic Workshop: Fish Identification; with Daritzel Cintron, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom
- November 11 – Field trip: planting coastal vegetation with Andreína Alexatos, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Northeast Ecological Corridor—San Miguel
- November 11 – Field Trip: Ecological Assessment of Coral Communities [STUDENTS 9-12]; with Daritzel Cintron, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve
- November 14 – Thematic Workshop: Ecological Assessment of Seagrass Communities; with Daritzel Cintrón, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. via Zoom
- November 19 – Field Trip: Ecological Assessment of Seagrass Communities; with Daritzel Cintron, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve
- November 19 – Field Trip: Ecological Assessment of Seagrass Communities [STUDENTS 9-12]; with Daritzel Cintron, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve
Register at https://estuario.org/ccc/.
Additional Activities & Opportunities
On October 10, 2023, the DNER published the draft of the Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation and Resilience Plan in Puerto Rico. This draft was developed by the Committee of Experts and Advisors on Climate Change (CEACC), and sets out actions for the reduction of risks caused by climate change in multiple sectors throughout the Island, as established by Law 33-2019.
During the months of November and December, public hearings will be held to allow the Puerto Rican people to present observations and recommendations to be incorporated into the Plan. The DNER is currently receiving records to appear and depose during the hearings. Click here to download the Plan, view the public hearing dates, learn more, and register.
On Saturday, November 4, 2023, during the Community Fair of Taller Comunidad La Goyco, join our collaborators of the campaign Que no toque el piso ni llegue al agua, to the following workshops:
- From plastic to practical: create your festive birthday tablecloth postcard; with Columpio Colectivo, at 11:00 a.m. in the Dance Hall
- Glass workshop—make your Christmas gifts from repurposed bottles; with Michelle Malley and Aixa Campos, at 11:00 a.m. in the Art Hall
Message from your Virtual Community Hub
Download our community hurricane preparedness guide today and use its recommendations during this hurricane season.
The strength and endurance of your community begins at home.
Stay informed!
Take advantage of our information platform, the Estuario Virtual Community Hub, where you will find vital information to prepare with your family and community.
To learn about risk mitigation strategies at Estuario and identify the risks, conditions and assets in your community, go to: https://estuario.org/mitigacion/
Monitoreo bacteriológico semanal
Evaluation carried out on Thursday, November 2, 2023. We have a GREEN flag for the Condado Lagoon Natural Estuarine Reserve. All coastal stations met the Beach Action Value water quality standard of 70 CFU/100 ML. Remember to avoid the water during rain events. Have a good weekend!
