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Stratigraphy and Stewardship: A Chronicle of Conservation at Buck Mine of Millstone Township, New Jersey
This chronicle of Buck Mine presents the story of how a spent sand pit became a window into deep time, and how a group of scientists, conservationists, and community leaders worked to preserve what might otherwise have been lost.
Spotlight on OCSCD Summer Intern – Jianna Pagan
Read about the internship experiences and opportunities provided by OCSCD, through the eyes of 2025 Summer Intern, Jianna Pagan.
Digging Deep: The Past, Present, and Future of Ocean County Sand
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.
Jersey-Friendly Yards School Certification Program: Planting the Seeds of Stewardship
Elms Elementary and Jackson Liberty High School are transforming their schoolyards into pollinator-friendly habitats through the Jersey-Friendly Yards School Certification Program.