ESTABLISH THE MGO PROGRAM IN YOUR AREA

ORP welcomes new Chesapeake Bay tributaries into the MGO program! Any new waterway must fall below a salinity boundary along the southern shore of the Patapsco River and the Corsica River within the Chester. A new tributary group should designate a local coordinator (individual or organization) who will manage the program in the area. Examples include a community association, nonprofit organization, RiverKeeper, or similar group that will recruit volunteer growers, organize the delivery of cages and young oysters to volunteers, and develop a collection plan for mature oysters that are ready to be planted on a local sanctuary.

Resources

MGO oyster growing tributary range.

Review MGO Coordinator Resources.

Apply to join the MGO program.

ORP is here to help along the way! Contact us with questions or for more information.