New York Times discusses the benefits of getting outside
Learn more about the benefits of time in nature and be sure to visit The Watershed Reserve. Click the link below to learn more. NYTimes: The Summer Challenge Week 1: Log Off and Get Outside https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/06/04/well/summer-challenge-touch-grass-outdoors-benefits.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share
The Watershed Institute Celebrates its Supporters, Staff, and Friends at its Annual Meeting
The Watershed Institute Celebrates its Supporters, Staff, and Friends at its Annual Meeting PENNINGTON, NJ, May 4, 2026– The Watershed Institute celebrated 76 years of protecting clean water and healthy watersheds with more than 100 supporters, staff, and friends at its 2026 Annual Meeting on Monday, April 27, 2026. The meeting took place at the […]
The Watershed Institute Celebrated 50 Years of Watershed Fest
The Watershed Institute Celebrated 50 Years of Watershed Fest Annual Fundraiser Marks Half a Century of Community Support for Clean Water and a Healthy Environment — proving saving the environment can be fun The Watershed Institute celebrated the 50th Watershed Fest, its premier annual fundraising event supporting clean water and a healthy environment for New […]
Farmers Expand Fairgrown Farm on Watershed Lands
Two Hopewell farmers will offer CSA farm shares and pick-your-own crops on leased Watershed acreage.
State Leaders Present to Sold-Out Crowd at the 7th Annual NJ Watershed Conference
State leaders discussed critical issues facing New Jersey residents with a sold-out crowd as well as a synchronous online audience at the 7th Annual NJ Watershed Conference hosted by The Watershed Institute today. “The Watershed Institute is very excited to bring the conference to The College of New Jersey this year with an inspiring […]
The Watershed Institute Celebrates its 75th Anniversary in 2024!
This incredible milestone offers a unique opportunity to reflect on our extensive legacy of contributions to water through conservation, advocacy, science, and education. As we delve into the rich tapestry of our past, we invite you to join us in celebrating the significant impact we’ve had over the past seven and a half decades. Throughout […]
Vicky Allen: Champion of Environmental Education Recognized with Excellence Award
In the world of environmental education, there are those who go above and beyond to inspire and empower individuals to connect with and protect the natural world. Vicky Allen, watershed educator and naturalist, is one such individual who has made an indelible mark on the field. In recognition of her outstanding contributions, Vicky has been […]
Empowering Communities for Environmental Advocacy: The CWAP Program
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a challenge arose for many organizations – how to keep volunteers engaged and active when they couldn’t physically come together. For one dedicated group, this challenge led to the birth of the Community Water Advocacy Program (CWAP), a unique initiative aimed at training community members to become effective advocates for their […]
High School Students Became Water Advocates This Summer
More than 30 aspiring young environmentalists, scientists, and naturalists spent part of the summer at The Watershed Institute participating in instruction and hands-on immersive experiences in research and advocacy. The Watershed Academy for High School Students welcomed participants from various area high schools with 10 coming from the greater Trenton Area. Scholarships for a third […]
