American Littoral Society

06/14/2026

Discover the Coastal Wildlife at Sunset Seining! Thursday, July 2nd,
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Join us for an evening of hands-on discovery as we explore the diverse wildlife that calls our coast home.

We’ll begin on the Society’s front porch, then take a short walk together to a cove on Sandy Hook Bay for a guided seining adventure. Participants will help pull a seine net through the bay and experience the thrill of discovering fish, crabs, and other fascinating marine creatures.

Additional details and registration here: https://www.littoralsociety.org/sunset-seining-july-2-2026.html

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

**REGISTRATION FULL** No plans this Saturday evening? Join us on June 13th for our annual Sunset on the Bay! Meet us at Fortescue Beach along South Jersey's Delaware Bayshore to celebrate spawning season.

We will have horseshoe crab talks, kids activities, and bayshore beach walks. The magnificent Nicoletta Giuliani from Polaroid Fade will be performing, Hick’s BBQ will be serving up delicious food, and the Society’s Shane Godshall will be shucking oysters at the member’s only tent.

Registration link in the comments.

06/11/2026

Sea Bright Beach Clean Up! 🪼🦀🐋🏖️

Volunteers Needed!
Help restore the seaside waterfront of the Jersey Shore near the entrance to Sandy Hook by cleaning up litter that has floated its way onto the shores, deposited by the changing tides. The coastal habitats of New Jersey's beaches and shorelines are vital for the survival of the numerous shorebird, turtle, and aquatic mammal species that use the shoreline to feed, shelter, and nest. Help make the beach safer not only for us but for the native NJ wildlife that call it home!

📅 Thursday, June 18th
🕤 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 We will meet at/around the North Beach section of Anchorage Beach near the Sandy Hook Bridge (40.393623, -73.975487)

‼️Pre-registration is required: Register with the QR Code on the flyer or using this link [https://forms.gle/NLDV6Q6aY8WM7qx48]‼️

We ask that everyone who is coming fill out this form so we can track the number of expected volunteers. If you will be coming with a group of five or more, please have one point person fill out the form and then contact us directly with your planned number of attendees.

👕Supplies will be provided! If possible, bring your own gloves. If not possible, a limited number of gloves will be available. Dress for the weather! Wear clothing that you would not mind getting dirty & bring a water bottle. We will gather at or near the starting coordinates to distribute gloves, bags, and pickers before we walk onto the beach.

📝Please do not forget to sign in with a representative when you arrive!

Reach out to Christian De La Cruz at [email protected] or Samantha Hemming at [email protected] with any questions or concerns!



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06/11/2026

If you enjoy a good sunset then you are in luck this coming week 🌅

First is our biggest South Jersey event of the year, Sunset on the Bay! Join us THIS SATURDAY at Fortescue Beach for guided horseshoe crab walks, beachcombing, live music, food, drinks, and more. 5 - 8pm.

Then we have two events up at Sandy Hook. Take an evening walk to learn about our old friends the horseshoe crabs! Watch your step as we walk along the sand and wade within the water as they will be crawling at your feet. Experience the excitement of holding one of these ancient creatures as the sun sets over the bay. June 16th, 6:30-8pm.

You can also join us at a cove on Sandy Hook Bay for a guided Sunset Seining adventure. Participants will help pull a seine net through the bay and experience the thrill of discovering fish, crabs, and other fascinating marine creatures. June 17th, 6 - 8 pm.

For more information and to register for these events, check out "Upcoming Events" on our website. Registration links also in the comments.

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

*NEW TIMES* The National Park Service and the American Littoral Society are partnering this summer to teach young people surf fishing on Sandy Hook. As part of the program, we will cover the basics of casting, knot tying, lure/bait selection, and “reading” a beach. All skill levels are welcome!!!. Rods, reels, and tackle will be provided. Children 10-16 are welcome with a supervising adult. Parents must have a copy of their NJ Saltwater Registry License. Please bring your lunch and snacks.

​Tuesday, June 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
​Tuesday, July 07, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
​Monday, July 20, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
​Monday, August 3, 10:30am - 1:30pm
​Monday, August 17, 10:30am - 1:30pm​

Contact Littoral Society Fish Tagging Program Director Justin Saginor with any questions: [email protected]

Registration link in the comments.

06/09/2026

Witness nature's spectacle of horseshoe crabs spawning along Delawa...

06/09/2026

Students at Cumberland Regional High School joined us for a kayaking field trip at Sunset Lake in Bridgeton. In addition to practicing their paddling skills, they saw a bald eagles, osprey, turtles, and a great blue heron! Sunset Lake is a part of the Cohansey River Watershed, which flows down to the Delaware Bay. If we want a healthy bay and ocean, we need people to care about and take care of these watersheds.

06/08/2026

Join us THIS SATURDAY, June 13th, at Fortescue Beach along South Jersey’s Delaware Bayshore to celebrate spring migration!

The Delaware Bay is home to the largest population of spawning horseshoe crabs in the world, with their peak season coinciding with the event which will allow the community to come together and experience this spectacle that is sought after by many. Horseshoe crab talks, kids activities, and bayshore beach walks will take place.

A local musician will entertain, while food and refreshments will be served. Families will be able to discover New Jersey’s beautiful hidden coast, while marveling at horseshoe crabs by sunset. Ample parking will be available. Please bring picnic blankets, beach/camp chairs, beach umbrellas or personal tents for a beach-style picnic.

Members will have access to our Members Only tent featuring complimentary local beer, wine, and oysters!

Registration link in the comments.