Events and Happenings
Thank you to all who participated in this year’s Great Bay 5K for our 27th year of the race – find results here! We congratulate race winners Cody Symonds (15:31) and Rachel Brennan (16:47), and age-graded winners Matt Sawyer (division 50-54, age-graded time of 14:18) and and Geri Clifford (division 70-74, age-graded time of 16:21). Linda Fay was the fastest female walker with a time of 35:03, and Steven Lecours was the fastest male walker with a time of 35:35. We hope to see you again in 2026!
Did you know? This summer is the launch of our first ever Piscataqua River Poker Run! To be held on July 18th, this fun, friendly event will get you out on the water and in the running for a cash prize at the end of the day! Whether you’re a seasoned boater or just looking for some fun, this event is all about good vibes, great company, and a little friendly competition. Bring your crew, your lucky poker face, and get ready to cruise the beautiful Piscataqua River. Don’t miss out on the adventure!.
Want to know what’s happening at the Discovery Center? Check out their calendar for lots of great events, from story time strolls to brown bag lunches.
To keep up to date on other events, including presentations, lunches, programs for kids and more, check out our blog and follow the Great Bay Stewards on Facebook or Twitter . Find us at: https://www.facebook.com/GreatBayStewards and https://twitter.com/GBStewards
Our regularly scheduled annual fundraising events are as follows!
Great Bay 5K
The Great Bay 5K is an annual fundraiser for the Great Bay Stewards, in support of the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve and the Great Bay Discovery Center.
Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
The Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (GBNERR) regularly hosts brown bag lunches, volunteer opportunities, and more! Check out their calendar for upcoming events.
Annual Art of Great Bay
Each year, the Great Bay Stewards hosts an annual Art Show with proceeds supporting the Great Bay.



