Remembering the Rev. David McAlpin

The Rev. David McAlpin was a dedicated conservationist and philanthropist who helped shape The Watershed Institute during some pivotal years.
Former Campers Shape Summer Experiences

Former counselors and counselors-in-training lead activities at the Watershed Nature Camp.
Watershed Institute Scientists Alarmed By New Harmful Algal Blooms

A serious public health risk caused by multiple harmful algal blooms (HABs) is currently present in waterways including parts of the Millstone River, Lake Carnegie, Cranbury Brook, and numerous lakes and ponds around the state of New Jersey.
Bluegills Showcase Their Fathering Skills!

Bluegills have spawned in the stream tank in the Watershed Center’s Discovery Hall!
Watershed Staff Grow Host Plants For Hungry Caterpillars

Watershed Educators Vicky Allen and Alison Novobilsky aim to grow enough host plants to satisfy caterpillars inside the Kate Gorrie Butterfly House this season.
Princeton Middle School Students Explore Science

Sixth and seventh graders immersed themselves in real-world data collection and hands-on learning on the first field trip in two years.
Join our StreamWatch Team!

The Watershed Institute seeks volunteers for one of the teams on StreamWatch, a community water monitoring program that celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. StreamWatch’s Bacterial Action Team (BACT) does spring and summer water monitoring for harmful algal blooms (HABS), nutrients, and E. coli. Volunteers may sign up for one, or several, five-week sessions. They […]
Watershed Annual Meeting Attracts Many!

The Watershed’s first in-person annual meeting in three years touched on themes of renewal and reawakening.
Stream Cleanups – April 9, 23 & 24

Help us remove trash and improve our watersheds and environment!