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:
Join Us For a Winter Waterfowl Workshop
Saturday, November 23
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
175 Cross Bay Blvd
Broad Channel, NY
Free
Meet at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife refuge for a hike around the east and West Ponds to look for migrating and wintering waterfowl with the Littoral Society's Jamaica Bay Guardian Don Riepe.
Don will talk about the biology and behavior of the many species of ducks and geese that spend winter in NYC. Easy hiking, kids welcome. Please RSVP on our website.
For more info contact: [email protected].
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
175 Cross Bay Blvd
Broad Channel, NY
Free
Meet at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife refuge for a hike around the east and West Ponds to look for migrating and wintering waterfowl with the Littoral Society's Jamaica Bay Guardian Don Riepe.
Don will talk about the biology and behavior of the many species of ducks and geese that spend winter in NYC. Easy hiking, kids welcome. Please RSVP on our website.
For more info contact: [email protected].
Event Spotlight:
Chincoteague/Assateague Fall Weekend
November 14 - 17, 2024
Chincoteague, VA
$695 person (double occupancy)
$150 single supplement
Van transport to Chincoteague is $150 per person
Join the American Littoral Society for a Fall wildlife weekend along the Delmarva coast. See wild ponies, bald eagles, falcons, hawks, waterfowl and shorebirds galore during peak fall migration!
Cost includes 3 nights lodging at the luxurious Refuge Inn, a 2-hour boat tour of the island, 4 guided walks, 2 evening programs, plus a welcome seafood dinner.
The trip will be led by Littoral Society naturalist Alexandra Kanonik. Get more info and register on our website or contact our NY Program Director Alexandra Kanonik at [email protected].
Chincoteague, VA
$695 person (double occupancy)
$150 single supplement
Van transport to Chincoteague is $150 per person
Join the American Littoral Society for a Fall wildlife weekend along the Delmarva coast. See wild ponies, bald eagles, falcons, hawks, waterfowl and shorebirds galore during peak fall migration!
Cost includes 3 nights lodging at the luxurious Refuge Inn, a 2-hour boat tour of the island, 4 guided walks, 2 evening programs, plus a welcome seafood dinner.
The trip will be led by Littoral Society naturalist Alexandra Kanonik. Get more info and register on our website or contact our NY Program Director Alexandra Kanonik at [email protected].