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Our mission is to protect and improve Narragansett Bay.

Our vision is a fully swimmable, fishable, healthy Narragansett Bay, accessible to all.

Save The Bay is an independent, member-supported, nonprofit organization. We got our start as a grassroots organization in 1970, when a small group of concerned citizens came together to fight an oil refinery proposed for the shores of Tiverton. Their work began our legacy as the eyes, ears and voice for Narragansett Bay. Today we carry out our mission through three areas of work: advocacy, education, and habitat restoration and adaptation.

Latest News & Stories

Justice Delayed? Save The Bay Condemns CRMC Council For Lack of Enforcement of Quidnessett Country Club Rock Wall

Thursday, December 11, 2025

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – December 11, 2025 – It has been 836 days since the staff of the Coastal Resource Management Council (CRMC) issued a cease and desist order to Quidnessett Country Club, to remove the illegally-erected wall and restore the shoreline. Meanwhile, damage to the shoreline and shoreline habitats continues, and the public’s ability to … Read More

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – December 11, 2025 – It has been 836 days since the staff of the Coastal Resource Management Council (CRMC) issued a cease and desist order to Quidnessett... ...Read More

Save The Bay Letter to Chairman Coia on Enforcement Delays on Quidnessett Country Club’s Illegal Wall

Thursday, December 11, 2025

— Delivered Via Electronic Mail — December 10, 2025 Coastal Resources Management CouncilAttn: Raymond Coia, ChairmanStedman Government Center, Suite 34808 Tower Hill RoadWakefield, RI 02879-1900 Dear Chairman Coia,  I write to express Save The Bay’s serious concern at the lack of enforcement action against Quidnessett Country Club for its unpermitted, illegal rock wall.  This structure … Read More

— Delivered Via Electronic Mail — December 10, 2025 Coastal Resources Management CouncilAttn: Raymond Coia, ChairmanStedman Government Center, Suite 34808 Tower Hill RoadWakefield, RI 02879-1900 Dear Chairman Coia,  I write... ...Read More

Save The Bay Submits Comments on Interstate Fishery Management Plan for Atlantic Striped Bass

Friday, October 3, 2025

Sent October 3, 2025 via electronic mail to: comments@asmfc.org  Emilie Franke – FMP Coordinator Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission 1050 N. Highland St. Suite 200A-N Arlington, VA 22201 Ms. Franke,  Save The Bay, on behalf of our members and supporters, is writing to submit comments regarding the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) Draft Addendum III to Amendment … Read More

Sent October 3, 2025 via electronic mail to: comments@asmfc.org  Emilie Franke – FMP Coordinator Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission 1050 N. Highland St. Suite 200A-N Arlington, VA 22201 Ms. Franke,  Save The Bay,... ...Read More

Ocean Conservancy’s Annual Report Highlights the Global Impact of Local Volunteers Cleaning Up Local Waterways

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Rhode Islanders can volunteer to remove and record trash from lakes, waterways, and beaches. PROVIDENCE, R.I. – September 10, 2025 – Last week, the Ocean Conservancy released its 2025 annual report, which highlights the efforts of nearly half a million volunteers worldwide who gathered in coastal and inland communities to remove nearly 18 million pieces … Read More

Rhode Islanders can volunteer to remove and record trash from lakes, waterways, and beaches. PROVIDENCE, R.I. – September 10, 2025 – Last week, the Ocean Conservancy released its 2025 annual... ...Read More

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Current Initiatives

Assessing River & Stream Continuity

Assessing River & Stream Continuity

Deep in the headwaters of the Woonasquatucket River watershed, Riverkeeper Kate McPherson assesses road-stream crossings as part of R.I’s River and Stream Continuity Pilot Program.
Reducing polluted runoff in a town near you

Reducing polluted runoff in a town near you

Increased development and precipitation changes around the Bay mean more pollution and more beach closures, adding to our sense of urgency to address the problem of polluted runoff.

Fighting for Atlantic Herring

Fighting for Atlantic Herring

This fall, we championed strong, ecosystem-based management measures for the Atlantic herring—one of the most important keystone species in the Narragansett Bay ecosystem.

Restoring the Mattatuxet

Restoring the Mattatuxet

Riverkeeper Kate McPherson reflects on our recent effort, in partnership with many organizations, to remove the failing dam at Shady Lea Mill and return the river to its free flowing form.

What You Can Do Today To Help Narragansett Bay

Join a Beach Cleanup near you!

Join a Beach Cleanup near you!

Help Save The Bay remove trash left on beaches and shorelines all over the state. Beach cleanups are a great activity for clubs, corporate teams, families and individuals.

Sign up for a Cleanup
Practice Bay-Friendly Living

Practice Bay-Friendly Living

Learn and practice our lawncare and lifestyle tips to save you time and money, and save the Bay. Every small action by many people can make a big difference.

Visit Our Bay-Friendly Tips Page
Support Environmental Legislation

Support Environmental Legislation

Stand with Save The Bay in supporting a statewide ban on single-use plastics and legislation to establish the Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience Fund.

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