 The American Littoral Society's South Riverside Drive living shoreline project recently received two awards. In addition to being named as a 2023 New Jersey Governor's Environmental Excellence Awards (GEEA) winner, the project and Neptune Township, NJ were selected by the Monmouth County Planning Board for a 2023 Merit Award.
The restoration project's initial phase was completed earlier this year and focused on stabilizing an eroded section of beach in the Shark River Hills section of the township. It was one of nearly a dozen individuals and organizations recognized annually through the Governor's Awards for demonstrating commitment and leadership on a variety of environmental issues, including environmental justice, climate change, sustainability and education. This is the fourth GEEA the Littoral Society has received in 10 years. “The achievements of this year’s award winners capture the essence of environmentalism in New Jersey and set a shining example for us all to follow,” said NJ Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette. “It’s an honor to celebrate their determined efforts to protect the state’s natural resources and help others connect to nature.”  Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift? How about joining the American Littoral Society for a Seal and Bird Ecology Cruise aboard Seastreak!
The Seastreak cruises begin on Wednesday, December 27 and will continue through March. But if taking an excursion into Sandy Hook Bay isn't your thing, you can also join us on Sandy Hook itself for a series of Seal and Winter Waterfowl Walks starting on January 7. Sandy Hook Bay and the greater NY/NJ Bight are well-known for their abundance of diverse wildlife. Whales, rays, and seas turtles populate these waters during the summer months, but winter is the best time to see seals and migratory birds! Join Seastreak and the American Littoral Society on a Seal and Bird Eco-Cruise to explore the area and learn more about the incredible ecology of this unique environment.  This year you can let people know that you started 2024 in the best possible way: by getting a beanie to signify your participation in the Littoral Society's annual New Year's Day walks.
These navy blue knit hats commemorate the walks we've been doing on Sandy Hook, NJ and Breezy Point, NY for the past 48 years. They will be available for purchase at the walks, which will start at 11 a.m. on January 1. The walks are free and suitable for anyone able to walk a few miles, with part of that distance being on sandy beaches. Leashed dogs are welcome. Dress for the weather and bring your own water. You can also show you Care for the Coast by purchasing Littoral Society hoodies, t-shirts, and beach bags from our Bonfire store. They're available in a number of styles, colors and sizes in super-soft fabric, including our brand new "Littoral Defined 2.0" hoodie with a full-length front zipper. |
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