Writing Contest Winners 2021-2022

Second Place, Grades 6-8

Stella Leung Vyas
Grade 6, McCall Middle School, Winchester
Mrs. Haddadin, Teacher

Camping under the stars
Long hikes to explore nature
Ecological habitat for local wildlife
Active shipping channels
No need to worry about pollution in the harbor

Boaters and paddlers welcomed
Outdoor recreation that is fun for families
Sharing my fun experiences on the islands
Thirty four islands and peninsulas
Observe the harbor (Phoca vitulina concolor) and gray (Halichoerus grypus atlantica) seals
Northern harrier is a protected species

Having a picnic with friends and family
Attend an anniversary event at the Boston Harbor
Relaxation
Businesses along the waterfront
Offer to volunteer to keep Boston Harbor clean
Ride the Boston Harbor ferry

Rustic tents
Observe birds, mammals, fishing and invertebrates
Campground facilities on Bumpkin, Grape, Lovells and Peddocks Islands
Keep Boston Harbor clean by not littering
Several different species of fish including striped bass live in the surrounding waters

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