We Need You  
for the  
Sandy Hook  

 
Scientists, naturalists and nature Lovers:
Join us September 18-19
as we take a snapshot of Sandy Hook's biodiversity.
  


The BioBlitz will be part contest (racing against the 24-hour clock), part educational event, part scientific endeavor, and all fun. By identifying as many species as possible during the 24-hour period, we will be creating a snapshot of Sandy Hook's biodiversity. Collected over time, this data can lead to valuable information about the effects of climate change and habitat degradation on the species that utilize this area. This will also be a unique opportunity to teach the public about the biodiversity that exists along New Jersey's coast.   

 

As a participant you will get to work with scientists, naturalists, and other nature lovers as they explore Sandy Hook and discover the unique biodiversity held only by Gateway National Recreation Area. The American Littoral Society, will be hosting the event in partnership with the National Park Service, NJ Sea Grant Consortium, and Rutgers University.   

 

Sign up for 4-hour shifts that meet your availability, as well as match your area of expertise or interest.     

 

Scientists are needed to help successfully catalogue the many species present at Sandy Hook in the following taxa:

  • Plants (terrestrial and marine)
  • Bryophytes
  • Fungi
  • Invertebrates (terrestrial and marine)
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles and Amphibians
  • Mammals

Amateur Naturalists and Educators are needed to help with our education programs and assist scientists in the successful collection and identification of species.

 

General Volunteers:  Not a naturalist, but want to help anyway? We need volunteers to help with setup, registration, cooking, making coffee, etc.

 

Click here to register.

 

Public programs will be available on both Friday and Saturday for adults and children of all ages. Pull a seine net at sunset in Horseshoe Cove, learn how to identify the fauna and flora of Sandy Hook, and take advantage of the opportunity to see scientists in action. We are looking for volunteers to help run these programs as well.

  

 
Sunset near Sandy Hook's Plum Island.

  
Find more information about this event  here  or contact Stevie Thorsen at [email protected].

 

Leaders in coastal conservation since 1961, the American Littoral Society, a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization, promotes the study and conservation of marine life and habitat, protects the coast from harm, and empowers others to do the same.
                       
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