Few people associate our local landscape with mining. After all, Ocean County lacks metallic ore or gemstones. What could possibly be worth digging up? The answer is quartz sand.
On June 3, the Lakewood Township Stormwater Basin Retrofit Project team hosted one of its most exciting and meaningful events: the LTSBRP Presentation & Bus Tour, a culminating educational program designed to showcase the project’s real-world impact.
Mateo Gonzalez, a student at Kean University’s Kean-Ocean campus, enrolled in Principles of Environmental Soil Science this past Spring 2025, used the NJ Soil Health Assessment to compare the health of forest soil with “backyard” soil, right here in Ocean County.
Lacey Township High School science students recently discovered just how dynamic and important soil is!
Kean University student enrolled in the Principles of Environmental Soil Science course, gained a deeper appreciation for soil conservation and native plants.
OCSCD and BBP celebrated Earth Day by bringing soil science to life for students at Whiting Elementary School, Manchester Township School District.
OCSCD Staff and colleagues provided their knowledge and expertise in soil conservation practices to students enrolled in Kean University’s Principles of Environmental Soil Science course.
OCSCD was a proud sponsor of the 2024 Fall Festival, hosted by Common Grounds Community Garden at the John F. Patrick Sports Complex on Saturday, November 3. This was the second annual Fall Festival, which drew crowds of about 800 people. OCSCD Erosion Control Specialist, Brittany Moore, and Education Coordinator, Becky Laboy shared information with … Read more
World Soil Day (WSD) is held annually on December 5 as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and advocating for the sustainable management of soil resources.
Ocean County Soil Conservation District teamed-up with several conservation organizations this summer to present Healthy Soil Workshops.