We are volunteers and advocates with issues that relate to recreational shellfishing in the Town of Barnstable. Interests and concerns include shellfish propagation along with the protection, conservation
and promotion of existing habitats plus much more.

Join BARS! Be a supporter, an associate or a volunteer. We need you, and you’ll be glad you did!

BARS MISSION:

• To advocate for good water quality for
shellfishing

• To promote and assist shellfish propagation and habitat projects in the Town of Barnstable

• To encourage the town to reestablish, maintain and increase local “Ways to Water”

• To educate the membership and the public about the shellfishing resources of the town

• To award scholarships, and grants in support of restoring and sustaining shellfishing as a positive asset for the Town of Barnstable

• To support enforcement of the shellfish rules and regulations

• To assist development of sound shellfish regulations for recreational shellfish permit holders

• To share techniques, resources and shellfish recipes for the enjoyment of our members, associates, friends and supporters

BARS ACTIVITIES & EVENTS:

MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS:

The BARS monthly membership meetings are typically held the 1st Tuesday of each month at the West Barnstable Community Building, Route 149 (Meetinghouse Road) at the corner of Lombard Avenue at 7:00 pm (Chowderfest is at 6:00 pm)

Guest speakers, programs, schedule events and updates on town projects relating to recreational shellfishing are regularly presented.

2008 MEETING SCHEDULE:

• February 5th
• March 4th
• April 1st
• May 6th
• June 3rd
• July 1st
• August 5th
• September 2nd
• October 7th
• November 4th
• December 2 - Annual BARS Chowderfest. 6 pm

CONTACT BARS:

email:info@shellfishing.org

For more information about Barnstable shellfishing, see the Natural Resources Division web page on the town’s website at:
http://www.town.barnstable.ma.us

For more information about BARS read the article in Edible Cape Cod.