Steve Ahern Raced for Research
Wetlands Institute volunteer Steve Ahern, completed the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 7th. In his “Race for Research”, Ahern managed to raise over $1,500 for the Wetlands Institute.
New Jersey Children’s Bill of Rights Initiative
Because we know from our own programs that kids love to experience and learn about the natural world, we encourage everyone to support the Children’s Outdoor Bill of Rights Resolution (AR103) pending in the State Legislature.
Margate Terrapin Video
Fantastic video detailing the success of the Wetlands Institute and the Margate Terrapin Rescue Project.
North Wildwood summer resident works to stem tide of terrapin deaths
North Wildwood summer resident Patrice Dorfman works to stem tide of terrapin deaths. Her efforts have been driving the push for terrapin fencing along North Wildwood Boulevard.
Children’s art on display at the Wetlands Institute
Children’s art will be on display at the Wetlands Institute through Nov. 15., featuring the work of over 20 young artists. The artwork will be used on the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey’s annual calendar to call attention to the urgency of preserving New Jersey’s wildlife.
Turtle Lovers Want Fences on N. Wildwood Blvd.
A group of local volunteers, scientists from a neighboring nonprofit facility and a state legislator have teamed up to try to save some turtles from crossing the road. Volunteers stated that 608 kills were located along 41 miles of roadway in Cape May County this year alone.