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American Littoral Society
LITTORAL (LIT'-ER-AL) N. Region along the shore, Intertidal zone
LITTORAL (LIT'-ER-AL) N. Region along the shore, Intertidal zone
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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:
Sunset on the Bay
Each spring, the Delaware Bayshore becomes the setting for one of the most remarkable wildlife events on the Atlantic Coast. As migrating shorebirds descend on the bay to feast on horseshoe crab eggs and thousands of ancient “living fossils” emerge along the shoreline to spawn, the beaches of South Jersey come alive with activity, movement, and natural wonder. On Saturday, June 13, the American Littoral Society invites the public to experience this extraordinary spectacle during Sunset on the Bay at Fortescue Beach in Cumberland County, NJ.
Taking place from 5 to 8 p.m., the event will celebrate the peak of spring migration and horseshoe crab spawning season with an evening of nature, community, and coastal exploration. Guests will enjoy guided bird walks, beachcombing, live music, food, and family-friendly activities while taking in the beauty of the Delaware Bay at sunset. Visitors will also have the rare opportunity to witness horseshoe crabs gathering along the shoreline for spawning.
Throughout the evening, a local musician will provide live entertainment while attendees relax picnic-style along the beach. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, beach chairs, umbrellas, or small personal tents to enjoy the shoreline comfortably. Food and refreshments will be available, and American Littoral Society members will have access to a special Members Only tent featuring complimentary local beer, wine, and oysters.
Admission is $10 for non-members, $5 for members, and free for children ages 12 and under. Ample parking will be available.
Taking place from 5 to 8 p.m., the event will celebrate the peak of spring migration and horseshoe crab spawning season with an evening of nature, community, and coastal exploration. Guests will enjoy guided bird walks, beachcombing, live music, food, and family-friendly activities while taking in the beauty of the Delaware Bay at sunset. Visitors will also have the rare opportunity to witness horseshoe crabs gathering along the shoreline for spawning.
Throughout the evening, a local musician will provide live entertainment while attendees relax picnic-style along the beach. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, beach chairs, umbrellas, or small personal tents to enjoy the shoreline comfortably. Food and refreshments will be available, and American Littoral Society members will have access to a special Members Only tent featuring complimentary local beer, wine, and oysters.
Admission is $10 for non-members, $5 for members, and free for children ages 12 and under. Ample parking will be available.
Event Spotlight:
Shark River Horseshoe Crab Tagging
Would you like to learn more about horseshoe crabs while helping to monitor them in their native habitats? Join us for horseshoe crab tagging along New Jersey’s Shark River.
Horseshoe crab tagging is a great way for volunteers of all ages to encounter these pre-historic looking creatures up close. No experience is required, Littoral Society staff will train all volunteers on site.
Tagging events will begin on Saturday, May 16 and continue through Tuesday, June 2. All tagging will be supervised by permitted staff on scheduled event days.
Volunteers will meet at Memorial Park in Neptune City, NJ. You should dress to get wet, have a change of clothes, bug spray, and flashlights or head lamps.
Horseshoe crab tagging is a great way for volunteers of all ages to encounter these pre-historic looking creatures up close. No experience is required, Littoral Society staff will train all volunteers on site.
Tagging events will begin on Saturday, May 16 and continue through Tuesday, June 2. All tagging will be supervised by permitted staff on scheduled event days.
Volunteers will meet at Memorial Park in Neptune City, NJ. You should dress to get wet, have a change of clothes, bug spray, and flashlights or head lamps.
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