Wildlife Interpretation Workshop

Join Friends of Cape May NWR for a free Wildlife Interpretation Workshop on Jan. 9, 7-9 pm, at The Wetlands Institute in StoneHarbor.  This workshop is designed for anyone who is involved in helping others learn more about nature: volunteer walk leaders, environmental...

Adopt-A-Horseshoe Crab

The local horseshoe crab population has declined by 90% over the last 150 years mostly due to over-harvesting. Adopt-A-Horseshoe Crab is a program that allows YOU to contribute to the conservation of Horseshoe Crabs. Find out more

Toys for Tots

The Wetlands Institute is collecting new, unwrapped toys as part of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program.  Your donations will be delivered to less fortunate youngsters in Cape May County. More information

Friday, December 6 at 6:00pm

What a year we have had at The Wetlands Institute! Come join us for “A Year in Review” as we celebrate achievements and efforts we have made over the course of 2013 and tell you about what we have in store for 2014! More Information

Keep the Cheer Here

Give the gift of conservation. When you shop at The Wetlands Institute, we all win!  You support our mission, our county’s economy and you earn a chance to win $500 in gift cards! See details

Give the Gift of Conservation

When you Keep the Cheer Here, we all win!   First, you support our mission.  Then, you support our community.  But that’s not it!  You can also enter for a chance to win $500 in gift cards (see details). Dollars spent at local businesses have three times...

Only a Few Days Left for 2014 Tax Deductible Donations!

As The Wetlands Institute continues to transform into a center of excellence, we turn to our members and friends to provide a measure of support that will solidify our foundation and propel us forward to the next levels of our development. Donate Now

Annual Fund Appeal

Dear Friends, This year many shore communities were rebounding from the effects of Hurricane Sandy. Our beaches and wetland ecosystems were no different. And The Wetlands Institute rebuilt and rebounded as well – and we continue to rebuild to be better than before. ...

Wetland Wonderland

November 29, 9:30am to 3pm Family fun activities including a very special live animal presentation Built to Survive by the Philadelphia Zoo, aquarium feedings and touch tanks, a special appearance by Scute, crafts, games and more! Learn More

Stormy Days

From warm sunny days to autumn and winter storms, our location is always a great spot to observe nature!