DelAtlantic Soil Conservation District Expands Forestry Services in New Jersey

The DelAtlantic Soil Conservation District is gaining recognition for its growing role in forestry management across southern New Jersey. A recent feature by the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) highlights how the district has built its forestry program from the ground up—starting with a Technical Assistance grant that enabled the hiring of a professional … Read more

Join Us at Mr. B’s Backyard Nature Fest 2026

Del Atlantic Conservation District is excited to share details about a wonderful environmental education event taking place in Galloway Township this spring. The 12th annual Mr. B’s Backyard Nature Fest will be held on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Mr. B’s Backyard Classroom and the adjacent field, located between Reeds Road Elementary, Roland Rogers … Read more

ACUA Earth Day Festival Returns to Egg Harbor Township

acua earth day festival poster 2026

Enjoy these photos of the DelAtlantic Backyard Conservation display in the big tent!Click on a thumbnail image below to view the larger picture. Delaware Atlantic Conservation District is pleased to share information about one of South Jersey’s largest and longest-running environmental celebrations. The 34th Annual ACUA Earth Day Festival will take place on Sunday, April … Read more

Celebrate Earth Day at Cape May County Park and Zoo

Cape May County Earth Day Celebration poster

DelAtlantic had displays for Backyard Coonservation and repurposing household items into planters along with handouts for the services the district provides. Huge thank you to Marie Rogowski and Glenn Ward for manning the station and all the hard work in setting it up. Enjoy these photos from the event. Click on a thumbnail below to … Read more

Restoring Mason’s Run: DelAtlantic Leads Planting Effort in South Jersey’s Only Trout Stream

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On April 1st and 2nd, staff from the DelAtlantic Conservation District carried out an important restoration effort along Mason’s Run, a unique and ecologically significant stream located at the Trump National Golf Club in Pine Hill, New Jersey. The project brought together team members Lauren Tigue, Tyler Savage, Sean Yeats, Sean McGee, and Craig McGee, … Read more

2026 New Jersey Envirothon Is The Competition to Inspire Future Conservation Leaders

The New Jersey Envirothon is more than just a competition—it’s an opportunity for high school students to deepen their understanding of natural resources, develop problem-solving skills, and foster a lifelong passion for environmental stewardship. This annual event brings together teams from across the state to compete in a unique and challenging natural resources competition focused … Read more

Upcoming Forestry Webinar: Explore the Diverse World of Fungal Ecology in NJ

What You’ll Learn: Whether you’re a backyard naturalist, landowner, educator, or just curious about the hidden life of fungi, this presentation will offer new insights into how mushrooms and other fungi contribute to New Jersey’s natural heritage. Important Notice: The information shared in this webinar is intended for educational purposes only and does not qualify … Read more

How We Support Conservation with Small-Scale and Beginning Farmers with NACD TA Grants

In one of the most densely populated states in the country, conservation looks a little different — and that’s exactly what makes the work of the DelAtlantic Conservation District (CACD) so important. With the help of NACD Outreach and Technical Assistance (TA) Grant funding, CACD is reaching more small-scale, urban, and beginning farmers in Atlantic … Read more