A Northeast Region Program

Dennis Reidenbach
Regional Director

Management Goals: Five critical goals were incorporated into the planning efforts of private citizens, governmental organizations, and the Great Egg Harbor Watershed Association as the future of the Great Egg Harbor River was discussed. The partnership, created among all interests, works toward attaining the following goals:

Goals:

• Increase public awareness by educating the public about the valuable natural, cultural, scenic and recreational resources of the watershed.
• Streamline existing regulations and coordinate their enforcement to balance protection of the river and the rights of property owners.
• Maintain existing land uses and develop land uses compatible with protection and enhancement of the river
• Enhance the free-flowing character and conditions for appropriate recreational uses of the river
• Enhance the natural, cultural, and scenic resources of the river corridor and recognize their relationship to a larger ecosystem for today's and future generations.

Management Approach: The draft Comprehensive Management Plan proposed a long-term management strategy. This has the support of the local municipalities and calls for the creation of the Great Egg Harbor River Council. The Council would consist of members from each municipality, and the National Park Service. It would become the forum for resolving issues affecting the river corridor.

The Council would work cooperatively with the NPS to establish priorities and protect resources. The final Plan is expected

Last Updated:
July 18, 2008