Experience Barnegat Bay! Education Science & Restoration. Visit Our Hidden Gem!
Learn about NREF & the Lighthouse Center in Waretown, NJ
The Natural Resources Education Foundation (NREF) of New Jersey provides immersive educational experiences for all ages at the Lighthouse Center for Environmental Education in Waretown, NJ.
NREF serves as the steward of the Lighthouse Center Property which is owned by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Located on Barnegat Bay this site serves as our natural laboratory as we work to understand and manage this coastal gem in the face of climate change.
Learn about our educational programs and explore how we can support your educational goals.
Explore current research being conducted & catch the latest updates from our Shoreline Restoration Team.
Contact Us
NREF is always looking for new ways to engage our community through science and education. We are open to building new collaborations and eager to meet new partners.
We look forward to meeting you!
NREF NJ
P.O. Box 747
Waretown, NJ 08758
info@nrefnj.org
or text/call
609.698.8003 or
609.389.5515