Barnstable Oyster Season Safety Protocols 2020–2021
The Town of Barnstable has issued safety protocols for the 2020–2021 oyster season. Please observe the following safety protocols during oyster season to best ensure the health and safety of yourself and Town staff. For Bay Street, Osterville… Read More
John Ferine – May 31, 1947 – July 22, 2020
West Barnstable – John W. Ferine died July 22, 2020 after a brief illness. Born May 31, 1947 in Yonkers, NY to Warren T. and Marian T. (Di Renzo) Ferine. He was a graduate of Lakeland High School. John… Read More
Shellfishing in Barnstable with Kris Clark
Barnstable Historical Society presents Shellfishing in Barnstable with Kris Clark Enjoy a Clam Chowder Supper at Walden Hall of St. Mary’s Church, Barnstable Village on February 28th, at 5:30 pm Clam Chowder donated by BARS’ Lenny Clark with Chili… Read More
Massachusetts Shellfish Initiative Public Comment Period and Public Meetings Scheduled
Please note the September, 12th MMA meeting has been rescheduled to October 17, 2019 from 7:00 pm–8:30 pm. Public Comment Period and Public Meetings Scheduled to Solicit Preliminary Stakeholder and Public Feedback Regarding the Development of the Massachusetts… Read More
BARS September 2019 Meeting
We are very fortunate to have Larry Dapsis as featured speaker for BARS’ September, 2019 meeting. As Entomologist for the Cape Cod Cooperative Extension – Barnstable County, Mr. Dapsis is responsible for development and management of research &… Read More
Learn to Shellfish Classes
Barnstable’s Natural Resources Program will offer two FREE shellfishing classes open to all ages this summer.
Clamming for Kids
Every year for the past fourteen years the Natural Resources Department of the Town of Barnstable Marine and Environmental Affairs Division has sponsored Clamming Classes for Kids.
BARS 16th Annual Blessing of the Rakes
You are invited to BARS 16th Annual Blessing of the Rakes at the Bridge Street Landing in Osterville. Bring your shellfish rakes, and have them blessed for a bountiful harvest. The event will be held rain or shine…. Read More