Embark on a thrilling adventure at Wildcat Ridge! Join citizen scientists during peak Hawk Migration, where you'll witness 500-1,000 daily bird sightings. Limited carpool spots available—reserve yours now using this link! Don’t miss out!
Welcome everyone! Join us for an exciting start to the new semester at RUTWS! Connect with our awesome officers and members at our first meeting, where we'll discuss upcoming events and introduce RUTWS. We will be joined by Amanda Boddy virtually, who is the Coastal Restoration Project Manager at NY/NJ Baykeeper, where they protect, preserve … Read More
Come with us down the shore! We'll be assisting the Terrapin Nesting Project staff with hatchling duty! At this time of the year, the terrapin hatchling will emerge from the sand and we will need to patrol the three TNP-run nesting sites to keep the hatchlings safe. Carpooling is available but limited, secure your … Read More
Are you guys interested in finding a hidden gem at Rutgers? Then join us for a walk in the Helyar Woods. This will be led by Evan Joo, a Phd. … Read More
Join us to meet and listen to our guest speakers: Brandi and Bill. They are part of the Sea Turtle Recovery located inside Essex County Turtle Back Zoo where they … Read More
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 … 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 … 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 … 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