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The Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve (JC NERR) in southeastern New Jersey, is part of a system of 30 National Estuarine Research Reserves (NERRS) that are designed to protect vital estuarine ecosystems where fresh and saltwater meet. Estuaries are critical for both land and marine life, and the JC NERR covers the approximately 116,000 acres of diverse habitats within the Mullica River-Great Bay estuary, one of the least disturbed estuaries in the densely populated Northeast. Our mission is to improve management of New Jersey coastal environments through science, education, and stewardship.

From students, educators, researchers, and community members, the JC NERR has something for everyone! Check out the drop down lists below to learn more.


For Students

  • Student Opportunities
  • Community Science
  • Volunteering
  • Research & Monitoring

For Educators

  • Professional Development & Workshops
  • Educator Resources
  • Student Opportunities

For Researchers

  • Long-Term Monitoring
  • System-Wide Monitoring Program (SWMP)
  • Projects & Publications

For the Community

  • Public Programs & Events
  • Volunteering
  • Community Science
  • Visit the Reserve

There are many ways you can get involved! From volunteering and community science programs, to attending our programs and events, hiking our Grassle Marsh Trail, and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy! And be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube! You can also visit our LinkTree for links to the latest and greatest from the JC NERR!

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The Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve was created by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) as a result of the Coastal Zone Management Act and is administered through Rutgers University. NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management provides funding, national guidance, and technical assistance

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Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
130 Great Bay Blvd., Tuckerton, NJ 08087
jcnerr@marine.rutgers.edu

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