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NY/NJ Baykeeper fights for access to fishable, swimmable, clean waterways across the NY-NJ Harbor Estuary.

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The NY-NJ Harbor Estuary

The NY-NJ Harbor Estuary, also known as the Hudson-Raritan Estuary, is a system of waterways and habitats that form one of the most intricate natural harbors in the world. Since 1989, NY/NJ Baykeeper has worked to protect, preserve and restore the environment of the most urban estuary on Earth.

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Matawan Creek Kayak Tour

July 14 @ 5:30 pm Browns Point Marina · Keyport,
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NY/NJ Baykeeper Reports Increased Oyster Growth, Biodiversity at Bronx River Oyster Reef

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Public Access Has Been Signed Into Law!

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Oysters: Nature's Protectors

May 3, 2019

Plastic Pollution Doesn't Fly With Us: Banning Intentional Balloon Releases

April 9, 2019

Balloons are usually thought of as a fun and festive part of a celebration. But these seemingly harmless floating objects […]

Clean Stormwater and Flood Reduction Act

April 1, 2019

Lion Gate Municipal Complex, Bloomfield, NJ

April 1, 2019

Small Household Changes to Match New Jersey’s Big Ambitions for Renewable Energy

March 28, 2019

Public Access: More than Just a Beach-Goers Right

February 14, 2019

NY/NJ Baykeeper - Statement on Stormwater Management Rules

February 13, 2019

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