In November, the second oyster reef planting took place as part of the COASTAL project, a multifaceted, partner-driven initiative that supports local aquaculture producers by farming for restoration.
Toms River High School South has proudly completed its Jersey-Friendly Yards School Certification, marking the culmination of a year-long learning journey grounded in ecology, stewardship, and hands-on environmental science.
The Ocean County Soil Conservation District and partners recently completed the final phase of the Lakewood Township Stormwater Basin Retrofit Project with the creation of seven educational signs.
OCSCD participated in the 2025 Fall Festival at the Common Grounds Community Garden, joining community members for an afternoon of seasonal fun and environmental education.
Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve and Rutgers University Marine Field Station in Tuckerton host the fourth annual New Jersey Bay Islands Initiative field trip in September, 2025.