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American Littoral Society
LITTORAL (LIT'-ER-AL) N. Region along the shore, Intertidal zone
LITTORAL (LIT'-ER-AL) N. Region along the shore, Intertidal zone
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The American Littoral Society promotes the study and conservation of marine life and habitat, protects the coast from harm, and empowers others to do the same.
Since 1961 we have empowered people to care for the coast through advocacy, conservation, and education. We not only provide a voice for the coast, but also give concerned citizens the knowledge and tools they need to raise their voices with us. When we restore habitat, our objective is not only to restore a dune or rebuild an oyster reef, but also to motivate people to invest “sweat equity” into a piece of the coast, take ownership and become committed stewards. When we educate, we don’t merely provide books, CDs, or handouts. We lead students young and old into the water to get their feet wet and their hands muddy. Sitting at a computer or reading a book, people may develop an interest in the coast; standing knee deep in sea foam with sand between their toes, they will develop a passion for the coast. |
Littoral Spotlight:
Sandy Hook Seal & Winter Waterfowl Walks
Our pinniped friends are back in town. If you'd like to learn more about them and the winter waterfowl that frequent this area, join the Littoral Society for walks on Sandy Hook, NJ starting in January and running through March.
Find more info and register for individual walks.
The walks will be led by a Littoral Society naturalist who will guide participants to look at the different species that can be found in this area during the colder months, including harbor seals, gannets, mergansers, and cormorants. In addition to showing, you where to spot them, our guide will also provide information on the behavior and identifying features of coastal wildlife.
Dress for the weather, with an eye toward the wind that is almost always blowing on Sandy Hook (e.g. hats, gloves, layers, etc.)!
Find more info and register for individual walks.
The walks will be led by a Littoral Society naturalist who will guide participants to look at the different species that can be found in this area during the colder months, including harbor seals, gannets, mergansers, and cormorants. In addition to showing, you where to spot them, our guide will also provide information on the behavior and identifying features of coastal wildlife.
Dress for the weather, with an eye toward the wind that is almost always blowing on Sandy Hook (e.g. hats, gloves, layers, etc.)!
Event Spotlight:
50th Annual New Year's Day Walks
Thursday, January 1
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
From Fort Tilden in New York and
Littoral Society HQ on Sandy Hook, NJ
Free
Ring in the New Year with the American Littoral Society by joining us for brisk walks in New York and New Jersey.
For the New York walk, meet at the little church just inside the 169th street entrance to Fort Tilden (note the Main gate may be closed). We'll hike along the beach and visit the hawk watch platform on top of Battery Harris east (about a mile on roads and trails).
For the Sandy Hook Walk, meet at Littoral Society headquarters (Building 18 in the Fort Hancock Section of Gateway National Recreation Area). We will walk to the northern tip of Sandy Hook (a little over 2 miles on roads, trails and sand). Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be served after the walk.
Once at their respective destinations, both groups will attempt to signal each other across the New York bight.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
From Fort Tilden in New York and
Littoral Society HQ on Sandy Hook, NJ
Free
Ring in the New Year with the American Littoral Society by joining us for brisk walks in New York and New Jersey.
For the New York walk, meet at the little church just inside the 169th street entrance to Fort Tilden (note the Main gate may be closed). We'll hike along the beach and visit the hawk watch platform on top of Battery Harris east (about a mile on roads and trails).
For the Sandy Hook Walk, meet at Littoral Society headquarters (Building 18 in the Fort Hancock Section of Gateway National Recreation Area). We will walk to the northern tip of Sandy Hook (a little over 2 miles on roads, trails and sand). Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be served after the walk.
Once at their respective destinations, both groups will attempt to signal each other across the New York bight.
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