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Published in The Bergen Record, June 23, 1996
Environmental GroupsThe Natural State - from The Bergen Record

 

Natural Connections

To get involved with the great outdoors, you can join environmental groups in the Garden State:

Clean Ocean Action, Atlantic Highlands; (908) 872-0111. Supports ocean and shore protection.

New Jersey Audubon Society, Franklin Lakes; (201) 891-1211. Concerns include wildlife preservation and ecological matters. Maintains seven major sanctuaries, 25 altogether. Organizes hikes, trips, bird watching; publishes books on such topics as New Jersey birds and ecology.

Sierra Club, Princeton; (609) 924-3141. Involved with environmental matters. Publishes books and organizes hikes.

The Nature Conservancy, Pottersville; (908) 439-3007. State chapter of international organization that identifies and maintains significant communities, ecosystems, and endangered species. Works to buy threatened lands and habitats and manages preserves. Has protected more than 16,000 acres in New Jersey.

Appalachian Mountain Club, (413) 443-0011; New York-North Jersey chapter, (212) 986-1430.

New York/New Jersey Trail Conference, Manhattan; (212) 685-9699. Maintains 1,200 miles of trails in two states, and monitors 7,600 acres of National Park Service lands that are part of the Appalachian Trail. Promotes interest in hiking and conservation, and aids in the preservation of natural land and wildlife. Offers publications and information on hiking trails and clubs.

Copyright © 1996 Bergen Record Corp.

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