American Littoral Society
Protecting the Coast through Education, Conservation and Advocacy
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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
Sip 'N Shuck at Bahrs Landing
Friday, December 9
4-6 pm
Bahrs Landing
2 Bay Avenue
Highlands, NJ
$20 per person
Learn to shuck oysters with the American Littoral Society and the Barnegat Oyster Collective (BOC)!
We will also discuss the importance of local aquaculture and hear first-hand from the oyster farmers themselves.
Ticket price includes:
- One Drink
- Oyster Shucking Instruction
- Oysters! And other charcuterie refreshments.
- Free cup of chowder if you stay for dinner at Bahrs!
The Society would like to extend a huge thank you to BOC for donating oysters and shucking knowledge, and to Bahrs Landing for being our largest recycler of shells, as well as generously donating to our organization.
4-6 pm
Bahrs Landing
2 Bay Avenue
Highlands, NJ
$20 per person
Learn to shuck oysters with the American Littoral Society and the Barnegat Oyster Collective (BOC)!
We will also discuss the importance of local aquaculture and hear first-hand from the oyster farmers themselves.
Ticket price includes:
- One Drink
- Oyster Shucking Instruction
- Oysters! And other charcuterie refreshments.
- Free cup of chowder if you stay for dinner at Bahrs!
The Society would like to extend a huge thank you to BOC for donating oysters and shucking knowledge, and to Bahrs Landing for being our largest recycler of shells, as well as generously donating to our organization.
Event Spotlight:
Littoral Society New Year's Day Walks
What's the best way to ring in the New Year? With a nature walk on the beach.
Join the American Littoral Society at Sandy Hook, NJ or Ft. Tilden, NY on Monday, January 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a brisk hike along the beach, dunes and woods to welcome in the New Year.
The Sandy Hook walk will begin at Building 18 on Officers Row (Littoral Society HQ). Expect to walk about three miles. Dress for the weather.
After the walk everyone can warm up at Littoral Society HQ with hot dogs and hot cocoa. Potluck dessert contributions welcome.
The New York group will meet at Building 1 of Fort Tilden in Breezy Point, NY (off Rockaway Point Blvd.). Participants will walk along the beach and dunes, as well as visit the hawk watch platform.
Following the walk, participants can enjoy some coffee, cake and drinks.
Join the American Littoral Society at Sandy Hook, NJ or Ft. Tilden, NY on Monday, January 1 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a brisk hike along the beach, dunes and woods to welcome in the New Year.
The Sandy Hook walk will begin at Building 18 on Officers Row (Littoral Society HQ). Expect to walk about three miles. Dress for the weather.
After the walk everyone can warm up at Littoral Society HQ with hot dogs and hot cocoa. Potluck dessert contributions welcome.
The New York group will meet at Building 1 of Fort Tilden in Breezy Point, NY (off Rockaway Point Blvd.). Participants will walk along the beach and dunes, as well as visit the hawk watch platform.
Following the walk, participants can enjoy some coffee, cake and drinks.
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