Shark River Cleanup Coalition

A community alliance working to protect the Shark River Watershed.

The mission of the Shark River Cleanup Coalition is to significantly enhance the water quality of the Shark River Estuary and its freshwater tributaries, to improve and protect habitats important to the conservation and abundance of the wildlife, to protect the recreational and commercial uses from degradation and pollution, thereby ensuring the ecological and economic stability of this important watershed. We are comprised of community members from Neptune, Neptune City, Belmar, and Wall Township.

The SRCC is a nonprofit 501(c)3. All donations are tax deductible.

Our Mission

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  • About the Shark River Watershed

    The Shark River Watershed comprises a bay area that is a saltwater estuary, and its freshwater tributaries including Jumping Brook and Shark River.

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  • Our Programs

    Through a combination of education, advocacy, and action, we are working to protect and enhance health of the Shark River Watershed.

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  • Our Events

    SRCC, often in collaboration with regional partner organizations, runs community education and/or volunteer events to help clean up and enhance Shark River.

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  • NEWS and Announcements

    See the latest news concerning our Shark River Watershed, and SRCC announcements and information for the community working to protect Shark River.

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Join SRCC on September 28th for our Fall 2024 cleanup. Starts at 9:00 AM at Memorial Park in Neptune City. Visit our website "events" page for details.
Join SRCC on September 28th for our Fall 2024 cleanup. Starts at 9:00 AM at Memorial Park in Neptune City. Visit our website "events" page for details.
NEWS: On Saturday, July 27th, the Shark River Cleanup Coalition (SRCC), Inc. (SRCC) participated in the “Art Fair for the Sea” event at Volunteer Park in Shark River Hills, where we met with community members to discuss protecting and pre
NEWS: On Saturday, July 27th, the Shark River Cleanup Coalition (SRCC), Inc. (SRCC) participated in the “Art Fair for the Sea” event at Volunteer Park in Shark River Hills, where we met with community members to discuss protecting and preserving Shark River. The SRCC was honored to speak with local leaders who share our commitment to protecting and preserving our natural resources, including Neptune Township Mayor Mrs. Tassie York, and Neptune Township Committeeperson Mr. Robert Lane. Additionally, SRCC President Jim McNamara and Water Monitoring Program Lead Matthew DeAngelis had the opportunity to speak with NJ 6th District US Representative Frank Pallone Jr., a strong advocate for environmental causes in New Jersey, including Neptune and Neptune City. Rep. Pallone discussed the SRCC efforts in water monitoring and dredging advocacy and thanked the organization for its efforts to protect and preserve Shark River.
Tomorrow Fri 02Aug - Come join the Shark River Cleanup Coalition (SRCC) in supporting inaugural Wall Township “Green Fair”, sponsored by Wall Township Environmental Advisory Committee (WTEAC). @wallenvironmentalcommittee The event takes p
Tomorrow Fri 02Aug - Come join the Shark River Cleanup Coalition (SRCC) in supporting inaugural Wall Township “Green Fair”, sponsored by Wall Township Environmental Advisory Committee (WTEAC). @wallenvironmentalcommittee The event takes place at the the Historic Village at Allaire, in Wall Township. Visit our website for details! https://www.sharkriver.org/events/wall-township-green-fair-2024
SRCC Blog: Oysters Sighted in Shark River - and what it may mean for the ecosystem. See profile for the link. https://www.sharkriver.org/blog/oysters-rediscovered-in-shark-river-bay
SRCC Blog: Oysters Sighted in Shark River - and what it may mean for the ecosystem. See profile for the link. https://www.sharkriver.org/blog/oysters-rediscovered-in-shark-river-bay
For the entire month of July 2024, the Shark River Cleanup Coalition has been selected by store leadership to benefit from @stopandshop Community Bag Program, which makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local community. Whenever a $2.50
For the entire month of July 2024, the Shark River Cleanup Coalition has been selected by store leadership to benefit from @stopandshop Community Bag Program, which makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local community. Whenever a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the @stopandshop located at 116 Route 35, Neptune City NJ​ in July, $1 will be donated to the SRCC. This is a great way to broaden awareness and help our mission to protect and preserve Shark River! Let’s get started! Please like and share. The more people who purchase the Community Bag in July, the greater the donation we will receive!
The SRCC will be partnering with @paddletimekayaks and @strokeyoureco in a paddlecraft cleanup of the Shark River on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024 (No raindate is scheduled) Meeting site: The kayak parking lot near Shark Ri
The SRCC will be partnering with @paddletimekayaks and @strokeyoureco in a paddlecraft cleanup of the Shark River on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024 (No raindate is scheduled) Meeting site: The kayak parking lot near Shark River Municipal Marina 149 S Riverside Dr, Shark River Hills, NJ Launch time: 9:00 AM For full details, see our events page at https://www.sharkriver.org/events/paddlecraft-cleanup-2024
Another beautiful day here on Shark River …
Another beautiful day here on Shark River …
Getting ready to tag horseshoe crabs in Shark River tonight, lead by Captain Al and the @littoralsociety
Getting ready to tag horseshoe crabs in Shark River tonight, lead by Captain Al and the @littoralsociety
We’re all set up for the Shark River Cleanup 2023… come down to Memorial Park in Neptune City at 9AM, for a coffee and bagels… followed by cleanups all around the river!!! Rain or shine.
We’re all set up for the Shark River Cleanup 2023… come down to Memorial Park in Neptune City at 9AM, for a coffee and bagels… followed by cleanups all around the river!!! Rain or shine.
The SRCC Spring Cleanup will be held on Saturday, May 13 at 9 am. Location: Memorial Park, Riverview Ave., Neptune City, NJ. Please mark it on your calendar, and contact us with any questions!
The SRCC Spring Cleanup will be held on Saturday, May 13 at 9 am. Location: Memorial Park, Riverview Ave., Neptune City, NJ. Please mark it on your calendar, and contact us with any questions!
Join SRCC on September 28th for our Fall 2024 cleanup. Starts at 9:00 AM at Memorial Park in Neptune City. Visit our website "events" page for details. NEWS: On Saturday, July 27th, the Shark River Cleanup Coalition (SRCC), Inc. (SRCC) participated in the “Art Fair for the Sea” event at Volunteer Park in Shark River Hills, where we met with community members to discuss protecting and pre Tomorrow Fri 02Aug - Come join the Shark River Cleanup Coalition (SRCC) in supporting inaugural Wall Township “Green Fair”, sponsored by Wall Township Environmental Advisory Committee (WTEAC). @wallenvironmentalcommittee The event takes p SRCC Blog: Oysters Sighted in Shark River - and what it may mean for the ecosystem. See profile for the link. https://www.sharkriver.org/blog/oysters-rediscovered-in-shark-river-bay For the entire month of July 2024, the Shark River Cleanup Coalition has been selected by store leadership to benefit from @stopandshop Community Bag Program, which makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local community. Whenever a $2.50 The SRCC will be partnering with @paddletimekayaks and @strokeyoureco in a paddlecraft cleanup of the Shark River on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Date: Saturday, June 22, 2024 (No raindate is scheduled) Meeting site: The kayak parking lot near Shark Ri Another beautiful day here on Shark River … Getting ready to tag horseshoe crabs in Shark River tonight, lead by Captain Al and the @littoralsociety We’re all set up for the Shark River Cleanup 2023… come down to Memorial Park in Neptune City at 9AM, for a coffee and bagels… followed by cleanups all around the river!!! Rain or shine. The SRCC Spring Cleanup will be held on Saturday, May 13 at 9 am. Location: Memorial Park, Riverview Ave., Neptune City, NJ. Please mark it on your calendar, and contact us with any questions!