We want to identify and better understand everywhere within town where water flows toward, into, and along our waterways including riparian (water-side) corridors:• Where do we have flooding and flows, especially with Spring snowmelt and rainstorms.• What is the water quality and when – generally clear? Sometimes or always turbid (muddy)? Forms pools and gets real funky?• What flora and fauna does the water support – willows? Songbirds? Pollinators? Frogs? • What are the seasonal patterns?

Document the formation of ghost forests.

HEW! Something smells fishy in the marsh… A mysterious smell has taken over the marsh, and we need a team of young investigators to figure out what’s going on! Join Ecological Marine Adventures for Marsh Mystery: Stink, Stank, Stunk : The Case of the Stinking Smells! Kiddos will follow clues, investigate the marsh, observe local wildlife, and explore this amazing coastal ecosystem as they work to uncover the source of the mysterious stink!   Marsh Mystery: Stink, Stank, StunkFriday, November 27th9:00 AM–2:00 PM $65Late Stay available until 4:00 PM ($10 add on)   Get ready for a day of marsh exploration, wildlife discoveries, investigation, and hands-on conservation education! Can your little detectives solve the case? There’s only one way to find out!

Track American oystercatchers across New Jersey

Assess salt marsh health within New Jersey’s watersheds.

Engage and educate Charleston area communities in salt marsh restoration efforts.

Remove trash, engage the public, protect the bay

Increase resiliency to severe weather, storm surge, and inland flooding.

To monitor the health and of saltmarsh and mangroves adjacent the salt fields