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July 19, 2026

Bunker Talk: Why Menhaden Matter

Old Town Patagonia
815 1/2 King St
Alexandria, VA 22314

5:30 pm 8:00 pm
Details and Registration

Menhaden, also known as bunker, are small, filter‑feeding fish that play a crucial role in the Chesapeake Bay. Join us in Alexandria for a discussion that will explore why menhaden matter, the pressures they face, and how you can help protect this keystone species.

Barbara Saffir

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