Symbolic Adoptions Include: 1) A certificate with the name of the “foster” parent 2) Photograph of your critter species with fun facts 3) Ability to tell us what you named your critter so we can post it on this web page
Thank you for your support of
New Jersey Endangered Species
& New Jersey Threatened Species
Adopt a Bald Eagle
We have a pair of Eagles that nest along Patcong Creek. They are frequently seen flying above the creek or nesting in the hardwood trees along the upland areas.
Adopt a Yellow-Crowned Night Heron
Populations declined throughout the 1980s. Habitat loss and degradation continues to threaten these beautiful birds.
New Jersey Estuary
Indicator Species
Adopt a Muskrat
Healthy muskrat populations require healthy marsh habitats. Disturbed marsh areas and environmental pollution will decline populations—showing there is a bigger problem.
Adopt a Blue Crab
Blue Crabs are our pride and joy. They are the reason we started this foundation to protect the Patcong Creek—a place they love to call home.
Fill Out the Form to Adopt Your Creek Critter
Patcong Creek Foundation Foster Heroes and their Critters
Foster’s name: Lisa Bender Foster’s Hometown: Somers Point, NJ Creek Critter: Yellow-crowned Night Heron Critter’s name: Goldie
Foster’s name: Ron Meischker Foster’s Hometown: Somers Point, NJ Creek Critter: Blue Crab Critter’s name: Claws