Virginia Oyster Shell Recycling Program

Our week on Gwynn’s Island off to a great start. Morning shift, afternoon shift, and some of the work in between. It was a day with cool breezes and good cloud cover most of the day.

Thank you 3 Hands Oyster Company, J&W Seafood - Gourmet Market, and Toadfish for sharing space and support.

We are so excited for next week! Couldn’t resist a peek at some of the shells we’ll be planting. Nice spat growth considering the cooler water temps. There may still be a few volunteer slots if you want to join the fun:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4BABA72DA31-64129613-2026 #/

We’ve had some last minute cancellations for Saturday’s oyster shell stacking on Gwynn’s Island. See all the details and sign up at

2026 Shell Planting Preparation We are preparing for oyster replenishment /restoration and research work this summer and we need your help to set up the tanks on Gwynn's Island, 391 Risby Town Rd., Gwynn, VA 23066 on Saturday, May 9 from 10am-3pm. Volunteers will help unload bags of dry shell from pallets, move the bags, and load....