A year in review: New Jersey environmental highlights and challenges

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation New Jersey is small and densely populated, and the environment in this state we're in is always in the crosshairs. From a climate perspective, things were pretty...

How wild does New Jersey wildlife get?

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Lions? No. Tigers? None. Bears? Oh, yes! Black bears to be precise. New Jersey is fortunate to...

The domestic duties of New Jersey’s winter raptors

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Mothers and fathers work hard all year round. In the natural world, parents are...

The treasures of a winter beach walk

by Alison Mitchell, Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Happy New Year! During this time of rest and reflection, a walk in nature can bring clarity...

Virtual event promotes children’s reading is a ‘serious wakeup call’

By Christina Mitchell COVID spared no state or region as it caused historic learning setbacks for the nation's kids,...

New Jersey’s Bright Green Future

by Co-Executive Director Jay Watson Season's Greetings!  For the last three years, I have served in the unique capacity of co-executive director of New Jersey Conservation...

The road to safe passage for wildlife in New Jersey 

by Jay Watson, Co-Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation It's no surprise that in many places – especially in a state as developed as New Jersey - animals need to cross highways...

The wonders of the night sky

by Jay Watson, Co-Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation This time of year, the night can feel like it lasts forever. The winter solstice is around the corner (Earth's shortest...

A Steady Rhythm Keeps Your Heart on Beat

By Benita Philip, DO Have you ever felt as if your heart skipped a beat? Unfortunately, it's not love. It's arrhythmia. And while many people may experience...

Honoring The Three Sisters at our dinner tables

by Alison Mitchell, Co-Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation November is National Native American Heritage Month – a time to recognize and honor the culture, traditions, and achievements of...

Off-screen, outdoor kids are happier kids

by Jay Watson, Co-Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Being in nature is beneficial to everyone, but it's especially important for kids. They may prefer to stay on their screens...

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