Oct 24, 2011
The Wetlands Institute visits Mrs. Dean’s Kindergarten class at Stone Harbor Elementary School. The visit kicked off a year-long fundraising effort with the students who bake and sell turtle cookies to raise funds for terrapin conservation.
Oct 4, 2011
Stone Harbor, NJ, October 3, 2011 – The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund (DWCF) announced that The Wetlands Institute has been awarded an annual grant to support the Jersey Shore Terrapin Conservation Project.
Sep 20, 2011
The Annual Quilt show was held at St. Mary’s Church during the 29th Annual Wings ‘n Water Festival. Ribbons were awarded in the categories of Viewer’s Choice, Quilter’s Choice, Large, Small and Antique.
Sep 19, 2011
The 2011 Wings ‘n Water Festival featured a number of research, education and conservation exhibits including fish netting, boat cruises, kayak tours, crafts, turtle releases, live animals and more.
Sep 2, 2011
Beginning in October, Dr. Lenore Tedesco will assume the role of Executive Director at the Wetlands Institute. Tedesco will be responsible for leadership, and will be developing an expanded vision of the Institute and implementing its mission with the staff and board.
Aug 29, 2011
The whimbrel, nicknamed Chinquapin, flew through the dangerous northeast quadrant of the hurricane, which was then a Category 3.