Sustainable Island Heights

09/07/2026

Have you seen any Monarch Butterflies? The migration has begun and one of the big migration routes goes right over us. Peak migration is expected across the Great Lakes region over the next 3 weeks. Unlike the bird migration that is mostly at night, you can see these butterflies on occasion flying during the day or even roosting on trees in early the morning. The average monarch butterfly flies 2,000 to 3,000 miles to winter in Mexico.

08/06/2026

07/03/2026

🦋 12 Beautiful Butterflies You're Most Likely to See in July! 🌼

July is one of the best months to enjoy butterflies! 🦋☀️
As gardens, meadows, and wildflowers reach their peak, many butterfly species become easier to spot. If you look closely, you may find colorful visitors like Monarchs, Swallowtails, Painted Ladies, Viceroys, and many more.
Want to attract even more butterflies to your yard?
🌸 Plant native flowers that bloom through summer.
🌿 Include host plants for caterpillars.
💧 Add a shallow water source or damp area.
🚫 Avoid broad-spectrum pesticides whenever possible.
☀️ Leave a few sunny, sheltered spots for butterflies to rest and warm their wings.
A butterfly-friendly garden doesn't just look beautiful—it also helps support pollinators and local biodiversity.
🦋 Which butterfly do you see most often where you live?

05/22/2026

Propane tanks don’t belong at the curb. Even “empty” tanks can still contain gas and become dangerous when crushed in trash or recycling trucks.

When compacted, propane tanks can explode, causing fires, injuries, and serious hazards for sanitation workers, first responders, and nearby neighborhoods.

Keep everyone safe by bringing propane tanks to an approved dealer location or a household hazardous waste event for proper handling and recycling.

A small choice can prevent a major emergency.

More information at: https://www.co.ocean.nj.us/OC/SolidWaste/frmRegContentSW.aspx?ID=a08f62e6-6751-45c5-9518-a4d3888c58a4

05/06/2026

Recycle your old neoprene wetsuits & waders! ♻️🌊🏄🏽‍♀️🏄‍♂️🌎

Recycle your old neoprene (wetsuits, waders, or survival suits) at Ocean Fun Days!
Look for the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County table at Ocean Fun Days on May 16 from 11:00am – 3:00pm in Island Beach State Park (2401 Central Avenue – Seaside Park, NJ 08752).
For more information on wetsuit recycling, please view our fact sheet “Jersey Summer Shore Safety: Wetsuit Recycling” at https://go.rutgers.edu/WetsuitRecycle

04/20/2026

Another way to celebrate Earth Day 🌎

Join Us for Everyday Choices for the Earth

Hope through Our Multiplied Actions presented by Debbie McGuire

DETAILS:
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
🕖 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
🎟️ Admission is free, donations gratefully accepted.

Learn more and Register → petomuseum.org

Attending this event? Don’t forget to tag your photo or on social media!

04/17/2026

We are ready for tomorrow

Join us during our Earth Day event and take a stroll around town to help us keep our town and our wildlife safe. All supplies will be provided.

See you there!

04/15/2026

Celebrate Earth Day with the Ocean County Artist Guild and their Workshop Trash to Treasure!
Ocean County Artists Guild

🎨 This Week at OCAG is FULL of creativity!

✨ Garden State Art Weekend (April 17–19)

🎶 Live music + art reception with Bob Steeler

04/13/2026

Join us this Saturday!

Our favorite event in town is happening this weekend. Come learn about sustainable landscaping, get a free native plant, and get rid of those textiles that you have been piling up for a while.

Also, take the morning to join the Blitz Cleanup, grab your supplies at the event, and feel free to choose a spot in town.

See you then!