Archive for June 2025

By Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Looking to beat the summer heat? How about splashing around in creeks hunting for fossils? Fossiling is a hands-on, watery adventure perfect for friends and families looking to explore nature, get a little messy, and discover ancient treasures together. It turns out this state we’re in…

By Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation You’ve probably noticed your electric bill going up, and wondered what can be done about it. More clean energy like solar and wind could help lower those bills – and help protect the environment – but it’s stuck in line. While New Jersey has been making great strides…

By Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation The Jersey Shore is one of the crown jewels of this state we’re in. Think of the joys of spending a summer day at the beach! But our coastal paradise and the ocean that lies beyond is in peril. Sunday, June 8th is World Ocean Day, and…

By Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Across the forests, riverbanks, and backyards of New Jersey, animals are building shelters that are marvels of engineering and ingenuity. Take a closer look, and you’ll find that some of our most familiar wildlife are master architects. Ever wondered who uses those large round leafy nests…