RUTWS will be visitng The Raptor Trust, a wild bird rehabilitation center dedicated to the conservation of birds of prey. The center is located near the Great Swamp National Wildlife refuge. The Raptor Trust not only provides avian rehabilitation, but also offers educational programs about wildlife. We will be doing a self-guided tour, and we'll … Read More
Meet our third guest speakers, Joel and Cathy Kraus from Kraus Farms.They currently own a 5.5-acre of land devoted to honey production. What started out as a hobby has now evolved into an enterprise which they are looking to expand. For more information check out their website: https://krausfarmsnj.com/ As usual, free pizza will be served … Read More
RU Wildlife Society will be going on full-day trip to the Sparta Mountain Wildlife Management Area. Forester Don Donnelly and wildlife biologist Sharon Petzinger will serve as guides through the area, which is a part of an ongoing stewardship project that removes trees in order to create successional habitat for wildlife. If you are interested, … Read More
Welcome back everyone! Join us for our initial meeting of the semester, featuring a laid-back session of arts and crafts. We'll be discussing our upcoming spring events. It's an opportunity to unwind, connect, and share ideas in a relaxed setting. As usual, Free pizza will be served, and there’s an online option for those unable … Read More
Each winter, harbor seals, gray seals, and harp seals migrate south to overwinter along the Jersey Shore. Our expedition to Sandy Hook during low tide aims to monitor established seal haul-out sites for these three species. We will gather survey data for submission to Save Coastal Wildlife, a local conservation group. If you are interested, … Read More
Come join us with our first guest speaker of this semester: Kendall Eldredge. She is a Rutgers graduate student in Ecology and Evolution department. She is also a land steward at the RU Ecopreserve, where she is in charge of camera traps, wildlife identification, prescribed burns, nest box monitoring and many more awesome things. As … Read More
Join us for the annual Hunter's Education Day, a cherished tradition hosted by RUWTS. This event offers a unique opportunity to delve into the art of hunting in the beautiful landscapes of New Jersey. No prior hunting experience is required, and attendance is free of charge. Food will be provided. Don't miss this enriching occasion!
In celebration of World Water Day, we're thrilled to welcome our special guest, Brianna Casario, the Watershed Ambassador for the Lower Raritan, South River, and Lawrence Watersheds. As a Rutgers alumna, Brianna brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for conservation. She'll be shedding light on the vital work of NJ Watershed Ambassadors and sharing … Read More
RU Wildlife Society will be going on full-day trip to the Sparta Mountain Wildlife Management Area. Forester Don Donnelly and wildlife biologist Sharon Petzinger will serve as guides through the area, which is a part of an ongoing stewardship project that removes trees in order to create successional habitat for wildlife. If you are interested, … Read More
To commemorate the end of our semester, we're organizing a camping getaway in Brendan T. Byrne State Forest, followed by a Sunday filled with festivities dedicated to exploring the rich variety of plant and animal life in the Pine Barrens and coastal plain regions. PLEASE NOTE: We are limited to 2 cars and 6 … Read More