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. |
Program Spotlight: Restoration
Join Us for an OYster Celebration
On October 20th the American Littoral Society is hosting Oh, Oysters! A Celebration of Re-Oystering New Jersey’s Waters to raise funds for coastal conservation and bring awareness to the plight of the once prolific Eastern Oyster.
The event will include a reception prior to a screening of "The Oyster Farmers" film, as well as a panel discussion with the featured farmers, Society staff, and other experts. Tickets are $125 per person.
What: Oh, Oysters! A Celebration of Re-Oystering New Jersey's Waters
When: Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Why: To raise funds for coastal conservation and bring awareness
to the plight of the once prolific Eastern Oyster
Click here to learn about sponsorship opportunities or contact Hillary Critelli, Director of Development at
hillary.critelli@littoralsociety.org or 732-291-0055.
The event will include a reception prior to a screening of "The Oyster Farmers" film, as well as a panel discussion with the featured farmers, Society staff, and other experts. Tickets are $125 per person.
What: Oh, Oysters! A Celebration of Re-Oystering New Jersey's Waters
When: Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Where: House of Independents, 572 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Why: To raise funds for coastal conservation and bring awareness
to the plight of the once prolific Eastern Oyster
Click here to learn about sponsorship opportunities or contact Hillary Critelli, Director of Development at
hillary.critelli@littoralsociety.org or 732-291-0055.
Event Sponors
Ecosystem Engineers
Cumberland Insurance Group
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Indicators
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Brinkerhoff Environmental Services
Falcon Industries Floy Tag & Mfg, Inc. |
LJ Niles Associates
Muller Insurance |
Event Spotlight
Jamaica Bay Sunset Ecology Cruise
Saturday, September 22
4 - 7 p.m.
Pier 8 at Sheepshead Bay
2027 Emmons Avenue
Brooklyn, NY
$55
Join the American Littoral Society aboard the "Golden Sunshine," a 100-foot catamaran that departs from Pier 8 at Sheepshead Bay. The three-hour cruise takes participants into the backwater marshes of New York's remarkable Jamaica Bay.
Those on board will have the opportunity to learn about the history, ecology and wildlife of this 13,000 acre preserve and see nesting Osprey, terns, egrets, herons, oystercatchers and more -- all through the expert guidance of Littoral Society Northeast Director Don Riepe.
Trip cost covers a narrated tour, as well as wine and cheese, fruit snacks and other beverages. For more information call 718-474-0896 or e-mail don@littoralsociety.org. This is a partnership program with NYC Audubon and Gateway National Recreation Area.
4 - 7 p.m.
Pier 8 at Sheepshead Bay
2027 Emmons Avenue
Brooklyn, NY
$55
Join the American Littoral Society aboard the "Golden Sunshine," a 100-foot catamaran that departs from Pier 8 at Sheepshead Bay. The three-hour cruise takes participants into the backwater marshes of New York's remarkable Jamaica Bay.
Those on board will have the opportunity to learn about the history, ecology and wildlife of this 13,000 acre preserve and see nesting Osprey, terns, egrets, herons, oystercatchers and more -- all through the expert guidance of Littoral Society Northeast Director Don Riepe.
Trip cost covers a narrated tour, as well as wine and cheese, fruit snacks and other beverages. For more information call 718-474-0896 or e-mail don@littoralsociety.org. This is a partnership program with NYC Audubon and Gateway National Recreation Area.
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