North Fork Environmental Council

Calverton, at the crossroads of the East End and at the crossroads of its future as pressures of development and environmental challenges are coming to a head.

NFEC Spring Event

The NFEC will be holding its annual spring event on Thursday, May 16 at the SCCC Culinary Arts & Hospitality Center in Riverhead starting at More »

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NORTH FORK VIEWS — Through the Eyes of the NFEC The latest Spring/Summer issue of North Fork Views is out and we hope you’ll take More »

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The NFEC is a non-profit, volunteer organization. Our mission is to bring important environmental issues to the attention of North Fork residents, businesses and elected More »

We’re working hard on the hard issues facing the North Fork.

Please renew your membership for 2013. Clean water. Naturally protected beaches. Safe roads. Our rural way of life. These are just some of the challenges facing More »

NFEC Board Meeting

Title: Monthly NFEC Board Meeting — Open to the Public Location: NFEC Offices, 12700 Main Rd, Mattituck Start Time: 6:00 PM Date: Monday, May 13, 2013 More »

NFEC Spring Event

April 30, 2013 NFEC

The NFEC will be holding its annual spring event on Thursday, May 16 at the SCCC Culinary Arts & Hospitality Center in Riverhead starting at 7 PM.

Local leaders will be talking about some of the development and environmental pressures facing Calverton. Riverhead Supervisor Sean Walter will also discuss the Town’s latest plans for EPCAL.

The NFEC will also be presenting its Richard Noncarrow Environmentalist of the Year Award to Kevin McAllister, Peconic Baykeeper, for his drive to bring water quality problems and solutions to the light of day. And the late BobConklin and Jim Miller will be recognized as NFEC Environmental Champions for their drive and perseverance in restoring spawning runs on the Peconic River.

Tickets are available from the Greater Calverton Civic Association, the Riverhead Neighborhood Preservation Coalition and the NFEC. Tickets and a complete description of the event are also posted at the following link: TICKETS

April 28, 2013 NFEC

NORTH FORK VIEWS — Through the Eyes of the NFEC

The latest Spring/Summer issue of North Fork Views is out and we hope you’ll take a few minutes to read it. We’ve tried to cover some interesting and timely topics and issues, including:

Calverton at a Crossroads.
NFEC Environmentalist Awards
What You Can Do.
Our 50/50 Fundraising Raffle.

You’ll also find in the NFEC Calendar Corner our current slate of events through October, including 3 new children’s summer programs.

Click the following link for the latest edition of North Fork Views.

Newsletter: Spring/Summer 2013

2013 NFEC Environmentalist Awards

April 17, 2013 NFEC

Join the NFEC, your neighbors and elected officials bring awareness to the environmental and development pressures facing Riverhead and to recognize the recipients of the NFEC’s annual Environmentalist Awards on Thursday, May 16 from 7:00 – 9:00 PM at the SCCC Culinary Arts and Hospitality Center on Main Street in Riverhead.

The NFEC’s Richard Noncarrow Environmentalist of the Year Award will be presented to Kevin McAllister, Peconic Baykeeper, for his long-standing and continued efforts to protect our waters and the wildlife which subsists in it.

Other recognitions to be bestowed at this event include the NFEC’s Environmental Champions, being presented this year to the late Bob Conklin and Jim Miller, two of the early and steady driving forces behind reversing years of destruction of habitat and blocked spawning runs with the design and construction of the fish ladder at Grangebel Park.

Tickets are priced at $35 per single ticket or $30/ticket for multiple ticket purchases for all advance sales through the NFEC, RNPC or Calverton Civic Association groups, or online at EventBrite. There will be a $5 surcharge for all tickets purchased at the door. The ticket covers a glass of wine and appetizers. All proceeds will be shared by the NFEC, Riverhead Neighborhood Preservation Coalition and the Calverton Civic Association.

Space is limited so get your ticket today and help us make the North Fork a better place tomorrow and for years to come.

For more details, please read the following press release.

Press Release – May 16 Awards Event

January Board Meeting

January 09, 2013 NFEC

Title: January Board Meeting
Location: 12700 Main Rd, Mattituck
Description: Monthly NFEC Board meetings, held on the 2nd Monday of each month, are open to the public. People with specific issues or concerns are encouraged to call the NFEC office at 631.298.8880 to schedule time on the agenda to discuss their concern.
Start Time: 18:00
Date: 2013-01-14
End Time: 20:00

Winter 2013 Newsletter

January 04, 2013 NFEC

NORTH FORK VIEWS — Through the Eyes of the NFEC

The latest issue of North Fork Views is out and we hope you’ll take a few minutes to read it. We’ve tried to cover some interesting and timely topics and issues, including:

The Year Past. The Years Ahead.
The North Fork Garbage Debate
Autumn to Winter — A Time of Change

You’ll also find a recap of our successful Chili Night event, our beach grass planting program in South Jamesport, the NFEC’s officers election results and more.

Click the following link for the latest edition of North Fork Views.

Newsletter: Winter 2013