Beautiful Red Knot Magnet Takes Flight for Members Day!

Every year, the Littoral Society's Members Day is a chance to celebrate and show appreciation for our amazing community of supporters. This year, we're thrilled to unveil something new: a beach scene magnet featuring Red Knots and a horseshoe crab, painted by talented wildlife artist Carrie Smith!
 
The magnets, which will be available for purchase at Members Day for $5, are a scaled-down version of an acrylic painting done by Carrie. The original art will be included in our upcoming Littorally Local Sunset Cruise online auction (which will open for bidding on Thursday, September 19).
 
Carrie's stunning Red Knot and Horseshoe Crab painting perfectly captures the essence of the Hidden Coast along the Jersey Shore. These majestic birds, known for their incredible migratory journeys, often find rest and food along our coastline. The horseshoe crab, a fascinating creature with a long and storied history, is another vital part of the coastal ecosystem. Protecting and sustaining them both has long been a part of the American Littoral Society's mission.

"It's part of my goal as an artist to give back to the wildlife and places that I love," Carrie says. "Thank you for giving me the opportunity to do so in this way."
 
The Society connected with Carrie through our new Volunteer Interest Form, which aims to link people interested in Caring for the Coast with opportunities that fit their interests and skills.
 
In the near future, you will be able to find more of Carrie's work - showcases her passion for wildlife and the natural world - on her website.