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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:
Apply Now for R-Corps Jobs
Each summer, the American Littoral Society runs a youth employment and education initiative that seeks to provide training, education, and job skills for the next generation of environmental stewards.
The program, known as the Restoration Corps or R-Corps, is specifically designed to engage young people in meaningful environmental projects.
R-Corps is a green jobs training and service program for those aged 16-25 that teaches participants skills in conservation, habitat restoration, and education. Team members work outdoors and hands-on in our local communities in Cumberland County, NJ, and Sandy Hook, NJ. In addition to working on projects themselves, R-Corps members help provide skilled guidance in larger community events and educational programs.
The R-Corps has evolved into a highly competitive green jobs training program. Corps members will gain skills in green stormwater infrastructure maintenance and installation, habitat assessments and restoration, community education, and resume development. Many alumni R-Corps members have used their unique experiences as part of their college applications, earning scholarships and are currently pursuing careers in the environmental sciences.
Get more information and learn how to apply through the link below.
The program, known as the Restoration Corps or R-Corps, is specifically designed to engage young people in meaningful environmental projects.
R-Corps is a green jobs training and service program for those aged 16-25 that teaches participants skills in conservation, habitat restoration, and education. Team members work outdoors and hands-on in our local communities in Cumberland County, NJ, and Sandy Hook, NJ. In addition to working on projects themselves, R-Corps members help provide skilled guidance in larger community events and educational programs.
The R-Corps has evolved into a highly competitive green jobs training program. Corps members will gain skills in green stormwater infrastructure maintenance and installation, habitat assessments and restoration, community education, and resume development. Many alumni R-Corps members have used their unique experiences as part of their college applications, earning scholarships and are currently pursuing careers in the environmental sciences.
Get more information and learn how to apply through the link below.
Event Spotlight:
Volunteer Opportunity -
Slade Dale "Christmas in Spring"
Sunday, April 26
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Slade Dale Sanctuary
Street parking is available along Sea Point Drive
(GPS: 2343 Sea Point Drive, Point Pleasant, NJ).
Point Pleasant, NJ
Join us for annual maintenance on our living shoreline project at Slade Dale Sanctuary in Point Pleasant, NJ.
We will be adding recycled Christmas trees collected over the winter to the branchbox breakwaters in Beaverdam Creek. Some of this work will require volunteers to be in the water, so bring waders or a wetsuit if you have them. We will be able to provide a limited amount of waders. However, there will also be tasks that don’t require you to be in the water if you are not comfortable or able.
Street parking is available along Sea Point Drive (GPS: 2343 Sea Point Drive, Point Pleasant, NJ).
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Slade Dale Sanctuary
Street parking is available along Sea Point Drive
(GPS: 2343 Sea Point Drive, Point Pleasant, NJ).
Point Pleasant, NJ
Join us for annual maintenance on our living shoreline project at Slade Dale Sanctuary in Point Pleasant, NJ.
We will be adding recycled Christmas trees collected over the winter to the branchbox breakwaters in Beaverdam Creek. Some of this work will require volunteers to be in the water, so bring waders or a wetsuit if you have them. We will be able to provide a limited amount of waders. However, there will also be tasks that don’t require you to be in the water if you are not comfortable or able.
Street parking is available along Sea Point Drive (GPS: 2343 Sea Point Drive, Point Pleasant, NJ).
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