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.

Event Spotlight:

Society's annual members day

The Littoral Society's annual Members Day is our yearly celebration of the people who make the Society's work possible! This year, it will be held on June 27th, from 9am-2pm. 

​This Members Day will also include a retirement celebration for Tim Dillingham, to thank him for 23 wonderful years of leadership and service to the Society as its Executive Director.

We hope you can join us to celebrate together with awards, activities, lawn games, music, and BBQ picnic lunch. 

Here's to another year of coastal conservation and community impact!

The event is free for members of the American Littoral Society.

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