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A Legacy of Grassroots Action

Save Barnegat Bay began 53 years ago when a group of neighbors in Brick came together to protect the natural spaces in their own backyard. What started as a grassroots movement has grown into a powerful force for conservation, saving thousands of acres, shaping landmark environmental laws, and inspiring meaningful educational programs.

Today, we proudly continue this legacy, working hand-in-hand with our community to protect Barnegat Bay.

A Seat at Our Table

No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you vote, or whether you live on the Bay, if you care about Barnegat Bay, you’re welcome here.

By keeping our grassroots spirit alive and working collaboratively with people across our watershed, we stay informed about the issues facing our home waters and empower individuals to take meaningful action. Through programs like the Community Captains Program Learn More, we give everyday people the tools they need to protect the spaces they love.

It’s important to us that our mission is accessible, which means everyone can play a role. Whether you’re a lifelong resident, a weekend visitor, or someone who simply admires the Bay’s beauty, we want to help you find a way to contribute positively to its health and its watershed.

Have an idea? Reach out! We’re always looking for new ways to engage and empower our community.

A Voice for Change

As an independent, nonpartisan voice for Barnegat Bay, we’ve made real change happen at both local and state levels. From advancing policies that safeguard our waters to mobilizing our expertise and community support to tackle emerging threats, we’ve proven that working together makes all the difference.

Making a Difference Together

We believe one person can create meaningful change. That’s why we’ve created accessible opportunities for individuals to get involved, like joining our Clean-Up Crew Join the Crew, where we show how collective action can make a lasting impact on our Bay and communities.

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For more than five decades, Save Barnegat Bay has stood strong because of the support of our community. Together, we’ve faced challenges and celebrated victories, and we know that whatever comes next, we’ll face it together.

Join us today and be part of the movement to protect Barnegat Bay for generations to come.

Alexandra Sellitsch

Alex is 27 years old and is an aspiring marine biologist who is finishing up her junior year at Stockton University. Growing up by the beach has made a significant impact on Alex’s life, which has influenced her passion for the ocean. She is an advocate for elasmobranch conservation, and enjoys getting her hands dirty in research. Alex is currently an intern with Barnegat Bay, researching pathogen influences in the bay’s water. She is also an active intern partnering with one of her professors, who is researching dual seagrass habitats in the Mullica River-Great Bay Estuary. In her spare time, Alex enjoys spending time at the beach and teaching herserself new hobbies. Hobbies that include roller skating, and surfing. Alex is also volunteering with the Berkeley Township Underwater Search and Rescue Team, and is in the process of obtaining her SCUBA certification.