Celebrating Twenty-Five Years of Conserving Wildlife
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported the Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey (CWF) over the past 25 years! Your unwavering dedication has been instrumental in helping us protect, restore, and raise awareness for New Jersey’s rare and at-risk wildlife. Our success is a direct result of the strong partnerships we’ve built with corporations, government agencies, foundations, schools, universities, nonprofits, and passionate individuals like you!
We were thrilled to celebrate this milestone anniversary with A Wild Affair!, a remarkable event that honored a quarter century of dedication to protecting New Jersey’s wildlife. During the event, we premiered our video, Signs of Hope in a Race Against Time, narrated by CWF founder Linda Tesauro. This inspiring film reflects on our journey, showcases our impactful projects, and urges viewers to take action in giving vulnerable species the best chance for survival.
About the Event
A Wild Affair! took place on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at the stunning Boathouse at Mercer Lake in West Windsor, New Jersey. This unforgettable evening brought together supporters, partners, and friends to celebrate CWF’s remarkable achievements and to raise critical funds for the future of wildlife conservation in the Garden State.
We proudly honored PSEG and Atlantic City Electric with our Legacy Partner in Conservation Award and Senator Cory Booker, who received the Champion for Environmental Protection and Education Equity Award.
Through the Lens: Celebrating New Jersey’s Wildlife in Photography
A breathtaking exhibition of wildlife photography celebrated the rich diversity of New Jersey’s wildlife. As guests entered the event at the Boathouse at Mercer Lake, they were immediately captivated by the stunning beauty captured through the lenses of renowned photographers, including Eric Sambol, who curated the show, along with Lynn Sambol, Harry Collins, Michael Cassella, John Bacaring, Bjorn Holmgren, and Dallas Hetherington. Each remarkable photograph is beautifully framed with walnut hardwood, a six-ply conservation mat, and museum-grade acrylic glazing, showcasing these true works of art. And here’s the best part – these stunning pieces are now available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey. Don’t miss this opportunity to support wildlife conservation while bringing home a stunning piece of nature’s splendor! Contact Colin Wethered if you’re interested in purchasing one of these spectacular photographs.
Thank You to Our Event Committee, Sponsors, and Auction Contributors
The success of A Wild Affair! would not have been possible without the generosity of everyone who supported the event. Your contributions help drive CWF’s mission to protect the cherished wildlife that makes New Jersey such a special place to live.
Thank you to our event committee: Amy Greene (Chair), Janice Haggerty, Linda Tesauro, Treacy Henry, Maggie Wellins, Rick Weiman, Marty McHugh, Steve Neumann, and Barbara McKee.
Celebrating Achievements and Looking Forward
A Wild Affair! celebrated CWF’s critical role in reversing the population declines of iconic species like eagles and ospreys, while restoring vital habitats throughout New Jersey. The event also provided an opportunity to shine a light on the challenges that continue to threaten the state’s wildlife. Climate change, habitat loss, pollution, disease, and human-wildlife conflicts are all pressing threats to species survival—making public support for conservation efforts more crucial than ever.
How You Can Support CWF
CWF’s twenty-fifth anniversary is not only a celebration of past accomplishments but also a call to action. Your involvement can help ensure a thriving future for New Jersey’s wildlife:
- Donate: Your generous contributions enable us to continue our vital conservation work.
- Volunteer: Become a key part of our mission to protect and restore New Jersey’s wildlife populations.
- Stay Informed: Follow us on social media @wildlifenj on Facebook and Instagram to stay connected and engaged.
- Shop: Support our efforts by purchasing apparel, wildlife trading cards, and more from our online store.
Join Us in Our Mission
As we look to the next twenty-five years, we invite you to join us on this important journey. Together, we can face the challenges ahead and ensure a future where New Jersey’s wildlife thrives for generations to come.
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L to R: Mark Fisher, Bret Fischer, Chris Camarote, CWF Trustee Maggie Wellins, Erin Deck, and Matt Cannon
L to R: Bjorn Homgren, Lynn Sambol, Eric Sambol and Mike Cassella
L to R: Bob Kettig, Jennifer Bukowski and CWF Trusteer Ray Bukowski
L to R: CWF Trustee and Event Chair Amy Greene with Harry Quinn
L to R: Christine Healy, Larissa Smith (staff), CWF Trustee Rick Weiman, and Emmy Casper (staff)
Bill Clarke (L) and CWF Senior Wildlife Biologist Ben Wurst (R)
CWF Trustee and Event Chair Amy Greene and CWF Founder Linda Tesauro
CWF Executive Director Liz Silvernail speaks at the event
CWF Trustee and Event Chair Amy Green and Henry Ward
Susan & Ed Clerico
L to R: CWF Trustee Marty McHugh and Jamie Hill of Atlantic City Electric
L to R: Barbara Brummer and CWF Trustee and Event Chair Amy Greene
L to R: Robert Medina, CWF Trustee Russ Furnari, and Claudia Rocca
L to R: CWF Trustee and Event Chair Amy Greene and Eric Williams
L to R: CWF Trustee and Event Chair Amy Greene and CWF Senior Wildlife Biologist Todd Pover
CWF Trustee Marty McHugh speaking at the event
Contact Us
Director of Development
Colin Wethered
colin.wethered@conservewildlifenj.org