Nequasset Alewife Count

Why Count Fish?

Every spring, the alewives migrate to Nequasset Lake to spawn.  Volunteers help us to count the fish that reach the lake each year.  Volunteering takes two hours or less, and volunteers of all ages are invited to take part in this fun community science project.  You can choose to count once in the season or come back many times.

The Nequasset fish count helps to support Nequasset's alewife population and annual harvest. It can also help to check how well the fish ladder is working. 

Sign-Up to count fish
Fish Count Instructions

Submit Count Data

Submit your count results using this online form or email to rindrick@kennebecestuary.org

Count Form
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Fish Count Results