Inclusive. Equitable. Accessible. Clean. Safe.

Let’s make Boston Harbor’s
amazing beaches better.

Save the Harbor/Save the Bay is the region’s leading voice for clean water and continued public investment in Boston Harbor, the region’s public beaches, and the Boston Harbor Islands.

Since 1986, our mission continues to restore and protect Boston Harbor, Massachusetts Bay, and the marine environment, and share them with the public for everyone to enjoy.

Save the Harbor is committed to making Boston Harbor, the Islands, our beaches, and our programs inclusive, equitable, diverse, and accessible for everyone and anyone.

We provide free programs, events and create opportunities for people to experience Boston Harbor and our spectacular urban natural resources first hand, with an emphasis on breaking down barriers of race, language, income and ability.

Read our full mission, history and values

Summer Sendoff Boat Benefit

One night only, a whole summer of free events!

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Accesibility on Boston’s Beaches

Learn about Boston’s free beach accessibility resources

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Free Beach Events!

Check out our Better Beaches calendar for free beach events from Nahant to Nantasket all summer long!

Better Beaches Calendar

Free Cruises

Get on the water this summer with no cost!

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Free Waterfront Spaces

Learn about Chapter 91 or the Massachusetts Public Waterfront Act and what’s available for you to use for free on the water all year round!

Chapter 91 Guide

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Connect with Boston Harbor community. Explore Boston Harbor’s ecology. Enjoy Boston Harbor’s resources.

Whether enjoying Boston Harbor’s beaches, visiting Boston Harbor’s islands, fishing Boston Harbor’s waters, or contributing to Boston Harbor’s preservation and access, Save The Harbor has events and activities for everyone.

Our calendar is always full of ways to join our community. Explore what we offer, including: