News & Events
Two States: One Bay – a bi-state testimonial video about the Raritan Bay
On June 12th, 2015, the New York-New Jersey Harbor & Estuary Program and the Sustainable Raritan River Initiative at Rutgers University co-produced a conference about the challenges and opportunities facing the bi-state waters of the Raritan Bay. To set the tone for the conference, the conference producers commissioned a short testimonial video...
Swimming in the Raritan
Did you know you can swim in the Raritan Bay? NYC Parks offers four public beaches on the Raritan Bay, while New Jersey offers a number of prime spots along the southern Raritan bayshore. New York It’s a bit of a drive from our home in New Brunswick, but Wolfe’s Pond Beach, which is part of one of Staten Island’s largest parks, is open from Memorial Day to...
NY/NJ Baykeeper Pumpout Boat
Jamaica Bay, Sandy Hook, and Raritan Bay all fall victim to pollution due to the large number of recreational boats resulting in sewage pollution which can cause oxygen depleting algae blooms, causing fish to die. To combat this harmful reality out on the water, Baykeeper offers the convenient and environmentally friendly pumpout program, helping to reduce...
Sustainable Raritan Collaborative Recognizes Nine Stewards of the Raritan River and Bay
Nine individuals and organizations received Sustainable Raritan River Awards at the 7th Annual Sustainable Raritan Conference and Awards Ceremony at Rutgers’ Douglass Student Center on Friday, June 12, 2015. Each year at its Annual Conference, the Sustainable Raritan River Collaborative gives awards to recognize outstanding achievement in efforts to...
“Raritan River Fish Passage and PIT Tagging Study” – Video
Lead by Dr. Olaf Jensen of Rutgers University and funded by the NJDEP Office of Natural Resource Restoration, a migratory fish passage study is being conducted at the Island Farm Weir (located at Raritan River Mile 22.0 near Bound Brook) to assess the passage efficiency of the vertical slot fish ladder at the weir. This video demonstrates how migratory...
Two States: One Bay — 7th Annual Conference and Awards Ceremony
Two States: One Bay A bi-state conversation about the future of the Raritan Bay 7th Annual Sustainable Raritan River Conference and Awards Ceremony Friday, June 12, 2015 Douglass Student Center, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey On Friday, June 12, 2015, more than 200 leading representatives from government, educational...
7th Annual Sustainable Raritan River Conference
Two States: One Bay Friday, June 12, 2015 Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning & Public Policy Rutgers University Douglass Student Center, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 On Friday, June 12, 2015, more than 200 leading representatives from government, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and businesses as well as concerned citizens from New...
EVENT CANCELLED – A.J. Meerwald – NJ Official Tall Ship Returns to Perth Amboy
Event Cancelled! We are sorry to report that, due to mechanical problems, the A.J. Meerwald will not be coming to Perth Amboy this weekend. Contact the Association of New Jersey Environmental Commissions for any questions at (973) 539-7547 or www.anjec.org. (Photo of the A.J. Meerwald courtesy of Kerry Miller.) And many thanks to Mayor Wilda Diaz and the...
Raritan Bay Bibliography
In preparation for our 7th Annual Sustainable Raritan Conference, entitled “Two States: One Bay”, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Office of Science compiled a selected bibliography of ecological and land use studies of the Raritan Bay. You can access the bibliography here.
Take the Survey! Living with Deer in NJ
The NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife is conducting a survey on NJ residents' opinions on living with white-tailed deer. The survey will be on-going, with no end-date planned as of its launch. The purpose of this survey is to assess the viewpoint of the general public, with an emphasis on NJ residents living in suburban/urban areas. The results of this...
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Woodbridge Township Creative Placemaking Plan
Woodbridge contracted with Bloustein to continue their efforts for a more sustainable community through the development of a creative placemaking plan. Creative placemaking enhances community and economic development through art, culture and history as they contribute...
Building a Culture of Health in the City of New Brunswick
Building Bridges to Better Health: A Blueprint for Action in Bound Brook and South Bound Brook
Facilitated by Healthier Somerset, a Leadership Team was convened to create this Blueprint for Action to advance systematic change that will enhance overall health and wellness and health equity in the Somerset County towns of Bound Brook and South Bound Brook. Over...