Sep 13, 2024
by Dr. Lenore Tedesco, Executive Director Salt marshes are an essential component of coastal ecosystems, performing services that benefit both wildlife and people. They are among the most diverse habitats on Earth, rivaling coral reefs and tropical rain forests. They...
Sep 4, 2024
This year’s Luing Family Internship Program Environmental Education Interns spent 12 weeks leading public education programs and interacting with visitors of all ages, while braving the mud, bugs, salt water, and sun to create the best visitor experience possible....
Sep 4, 2024
This summer, five Coastal Conservation Research Program interns contributed their passion, energy, and exciting insights to our work. Interns participated in long-term monitoring of Diamondback Terrapins and coastal birds, conducted independent projects that deepened...
Jul 11, 2024
by Brian Williamson, Research Scientist If you frequent shore communities of southern New Jersey in the summer months, you have likely seen a northern diamondback terrapin, either a hatchling scrambling to the nearest vegetation, a female hastily crossing a road to...
Jul 11, 2024
by Dr. Lenore Tedesco, Executive Director Ah summer. That magical time when we all embrace the beloved coastal way of life. Seems to take too long to arrive and then end too soon. It’s a great reminder to savor the moments that make it so special. For all of us at The...
