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Author: Martha Hoefer

I've been a summer resident in Pocasset all my life (before that, my family summered with my great aunt who owned the Pocasset General Store). For many years I was a lifeguard at Barlows Landing. I have come to love Pocasset and sharing this special place with friends. I work for the time when our harbor environment returns to the quality of years gone by.
5 Things that YOU can do to for Pocasset Water Quality

5 Things that YOU can do to for Pocasset Water Quality

Our local water quality is greatly impacted by the nitrogen loading coming from ground runoff.  Here are 5 easy things YOU can do to help: Reduce fertilizer use: Test your soil to see how much fertilizer you need. Limit fertilizer use to 1-2 times per year.  Try organic slow release water insoluble fertilizer in the fall.  Don’t fertilize on windy days or before a rainstorm.  Keep fertilizer off the pavement.  Avoid fertilizing close to the edge of the yard if…

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