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Sips & Shells

Every July Save Barnegat Bay hosts our biggest event of the year at the Bay Head Yacht Club called Sips & Shells; a night for the Bay and the people who call it home. For us it’s not just a fundraiser, it’s an opportunity for us to celebrate our incredible supporters and the impact they help us achieve for the Bay every day. This last year was our most impactful event – Ever. We were honored to welcome close to five hundred guests to what turned out to be our biggest party in Bay Head…YET! More than that though, we were humbled by your generosity. Your financial support is what allows us to remain the ONLY independent nonprofit dedicated to Barnegat Bay and not only that, it’s also what allows us to keep every single one of our programs completely FREE.

Thank you so much and make sure to mark your calendars for July 10th, 2026, for more Sips & Shell fun!

In the meantime, scroll down to check out some pictures from our 2025 Sips & Shells: Beneath the Bay event!

Sips & Shells 2025: Beneath the Bay
Event highlights include:
• Live music
• Fresh oysters courtesy of the Barnegat Oyster Collective
• Wine, cocktails, and a delicious buffet
• Live and silent auctions filled with one-of-a-kind experiences and gifts
• And plenty of coastal charm and camaraderie
 
Our live and silent auctions are made possible thanks to generous donations from individuals, businesses, and community partners. These contributions directly support our education, advocacy, and restoration work across the Barnegat Bay watershed.
 
Want to contribute a gift to this year’s auction?
Donate a gift or experience and help us make this year’s event unforgettable! Contact Maria Ritter, Development & Brand Management, at maria@savebarnegatbay.org for details. All donations are tax-deductible.
 
🎉 Mark your calendar:
Friday, July 11, 2025
This is the event everyone will be talking about—don’t miss it!

Special Thanks to our Sponsors

Would you or your business like to be a Sips & Shells Sponsor?

Email maria@savebarnegatbay.org to learn more!

Great Friends, Great Food & a Great Cause

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.