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2022 Sedge Summer Programs
Sedge Island Summer Student Programs
OVERVIEW Sedge Island Natural Resource Education Center, located in Barnegat Bay off Island Beach State Park, in New Jersey's only marine conservation zone offers residential environmental education programs to participants 12 years of age and older. A short 15-minute boat ride from the Sedge Dock at Island Beach State Park takes you to the island. The renovated duck hunting lodge dates to over 100 years old, and is full of history of famous sportsman, historians and conservationists. Sedge Island continues to fuel memories as it is home to scientists, researchers, and explorers who wish to experience the "magic of sedge." Each day the sunrise wakes the house and the marsh comes alive around it! THE FACILITY
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THE PROGRAM Sedge Island Program Directors and Interns will provide participants with a hands-on immersive salt marsh education experience, exploring both the natural and cultural history of the area. Conservation is the underlying concept taught throughout the group's time at Sedge. Program Directors will work with group leaders to tailor your time at Sedge so that it complements your group's education goals. Sample activities include:
ORGANIZED GROUPS: Schools, summer camps, environmental or conservation clubs Groups are responsible for providing their own food for the group, plus food for Sedge Island staff.
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Don't have an organized group? We offer Open Enrollment Programs
Questions? E-mail Karen.Byrne@dep.nj.gov. Conserve Wildlife Foundation Contest Winners Visit Sedge Island (NJ.com video report) |