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 Fall Weekend in Cape May, NJ

Join American Littoral Society naturalists Alexandra Kanonik and Lindsay McNamara for a fall wildlife weekend in gorgeous Cape May, NJ. Participants are likely to see all kinds of migrating raptors, shorebirds, songbirds and maybe a surprise or two.
The trip will run from Thursday, October 12 to Sunday, October 15. Trip cost includes three nights lodging at either the historic Chalfonte Hotel (Cape May's oldest hotel) or the Cape May Point Science Center (CMPSC).
The trip will include a whale watching cruise, Stargazing with Cape May Science Center, bird walks and more! A shared van from Midtown Manhattan (NYC) will also be available as an option. The van is offered to those that do not wish to drive their own car and will shuttle you around Cape May throughout the full weekend.
Get more information and register on our website.
The trip will run from Thursday, October 12 to Sunday, October 15. Trip cost includes three nights lodging at either the historic Chalfonte Hotel (Cape May's oldest hotel) or the Cape May Point Science Center (CMPSC).
The trip will include a whale watching cruise, Stargazing with Cape May Science Center, bird walks and more! A shared van from Midtown Manhattan (NYC) will also be available as an option. The van is offered to those that do not wish to drive their own car and will shuttle you around Cape May throughout the full weekend.
Get more information and register on our website.
Event Spotlight:
Sold Out: The 5th Annual Littorally Local Sunset Cruise

There are no more tickets available for our Littorally Local Sunset Cruise, the Society's fall fundraiser to care for the coast, which will be on Friday, September 29 out of Atlantic Highlands (rain or shine). However, you can still sign up to participate in the Online Auction - which is now open.
There are some great items to bid on, including art, oysters and all sorts of unique experiences. Take a look and start your bidding!
Please consider underwriting the event to support the Society’s efforts to care for the coast! The online auction will take place from Friday, September 22, to Saturday, September 30.
Your donation supports a safe and healthy coast for marine life and humans alike; education for people of all ages and backgrounds; and advocacy for public access to the coast, natural solutions to the effects of climate change, and responsible environmental policy at the local, state, and national levels.
There are some great items to bid on, including art, oysters and all sorts of unique experiences. Take a look and start your bidding!
Please consider underwriting the event to support the Society’s efforts to care for the coast! The online auction will take place from Friday, September 22, to Saturday, September 30.
Your donation supports a safe and healthy coast for marine life and humans alike; education for people of all ages and backgrounds; and advocacy for public access to the coast, natural solutions to the effects of climate change, and responsible environmental policy at the local, state, and national levels.