SURFRIDER CONNECTICUT CHAPTER

Protecting the Ocean, Waters, and Beaches of Connecticut

Our Mission

Where the land meets the sea

What We Fight For

Plastic Reduction

Reducing the impact of plastics in the marine environments that surround us.

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Ocean Protection

Defending our ocean from challenges threatening the vitality of the ecosystem.

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Beach Access

Working with decision-makers to ensure full and fair beach access for all to enjoy.

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Coasts & Climate

Taking on issues that threaten our beaches and natural shorelines.

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Clean Water

Protecting the health and sustainability of our planet's most precious resource.

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The Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves and beaches, for all people, through a powerful activist network.

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Our Campaigns

Featured Campaign

Ban Neonics, Protect Marine Life

Noeonicotoids, toxic pesticides banned in Europe, are devasting pollinators, threatening marine life and contaminating our waterways. Surfrider CT is fighting to ban their use on residential landscapes - join us in taking action for a healthier environment!

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Our Programs

Hero Spotlight

Member of the Month

We couldn’t be more excited to celebrate Mary, a true champion for coastal conservation and a standout member of our Surfrider CT community! Whether she’s kayaking the Sound, pitching in at beach cleanups, or spreading the word about Ocean Friendly Restaurants, Mary brings passion and dedication to everything she does. From making waves in paddle races to enjoying sustainable seafood and family time, Mary reminds us why our members are the heart of what we do. Thank you, Mary, for being part of our Surfrider family!

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Our Programs

Featured Program

Surfrider Sprints

Launched in 2023, the Surfrider Sprints is an overlay to already existing Connecticut SUP race events. The Sprints help to link and promote all of the CT paddle races with an exciting, spectator-friendly, good-natured skills competition.

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Our Programs

Focus

Activist Spotlight

Huge congrats to our chapter's very own Bill Harper for being nationally recognized in last month's Surfrider Activist Spotlight! Bill has been a dedicated volunteer and member of Surfrider CT for years, and joined our Executive Committee not long ago as our chapter's Volunteer Coordinator.

Read all about Bill's life as an ocean advocate and make sure to say Hi at our next cleanup!

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The Surfrider Foundation is committed to fostering a just, equitable, diverse and inclusive organization for all people who protect and enjoy the world’s ocean, waves and beaches.

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