Little Egg Harbor, NJ has received help to preserve what's left of its maritime forest.
At one time most of the Ocean County shore area was covered with maritime forest. But development in Manahawkin and Little Egg Harbor, NJ started fast and furious in the 60's and much of this integral part of the Jersey Shore ecosystem was lost. These forests are an important stop for migratory birds, and a natural barrier during storms and hurricanes.
Perhaps the largest preserved maritime forest in Ocean County, NJ is found at Island Beach State Park. On Long Beach Island, the protected area around the Barnegat Light House has a 1/5 mile walk through what's left of the maritime forest there.

Little Egg Harbor REALTOR® Laura Giannotta
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Dear Laura,
Thanks for the great post highlighting this amazing park. This looks like a great place to go hiking and nature watching!
It's always good to see preservation of these wonderful areas of nature. Looks like a great place to take a walk.
The preservation of these lands make an impact that many of us don't even realize.