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Together we can make a difference

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for New Jersey's marine mammals and sea turtles.

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To Report a Stranding:

Please call our 24 hour hotline at (609) 266-0538

Do not message us via social media or email as those are not monitored 24/7.

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The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) is a 501(c)(3) organization.

Formed in 1978, MMSC's mission is the rescue, rehabilitation and release of marine mammals and sea turtles. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center is the only Federally-authorized animal hospital in the State of New Jersey that responds to these animals in distress and provides medical treatment.

OUR MISSION

Current Fundraising Campaigns

 Our fundraising campaigns make it easier for our generous donors to see how their donation can directly help our organization carry out our mission. 


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2022-2023 Seal Season Rehab CostsSee all of our Fundraising Campaigns here!

WAYS YOU CAN HELP THE MMSC

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Our amazing staff and volunteers are committed to helping marine animals. The MMSC provides various volunteer opportunities, and we would love to have you onboard!

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Whether it's a simple One Time Donation, a Seal  Adoption, or an Annual Membership, the MMSC is a nonprofit that relies on generous donations from supporters like you!

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Our on-site museum and gift shop is open on weekends with limited hours but select merchandise is available online as well! Save yourself the drive and check out our online store for the perfect gift today.


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Meet Our Pod

Meet Our Pod

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Get to know the Staff, Board Members, and our mission here at the MMSC!

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Learn about the facilities and vehicles on-site that the MMSC staff utilizes regularly.

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Learn about the history of our unique museum and gift shop building which is open to the public and is filled with wonderous marine mammal artifacts, educational displays, and more!

Stranding Statistics

Stranding Statistics

Stranding Statistics

Read about the species the MMSC handles and get an insight into how these frequencies have changed throughout the years.

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Education Resources

Read about our current rehab patients and browse their individual patient photo gallery!

Education Resources

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Education Resources

We value public education and have identification pages for the seal, sea turtle, and cetacean species we see in New Jersey. 

Education Programs

Upcoming Fundraisers

Upcoming Fundraisers

From virtual classes to field trips and school assemblies, the MMSC is excited to educate others on the importance of our work. 

Upcoming Fundraisers

Upcoming Fundraisers

Upcoming Fundraisers

Check out all the fundraiser events we have planned to help fund our life-saving work.

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For those who loved the sea, a donation in their memory helps the MMSC continue our mission.

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Check out our blog with additional announcements and notable news.

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Rescue and Release Videos

Rescue and Release Videos

Find our Facebook and Instagram accounts here, along with an MMSC photo gallery!

Rescue and Release Videos

Rescue and Release Videos

Rescue and Release Videos

Watch as our Stranding Team releases a group of six Grey seals back into the wild!

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 All photography/videography of marine mammals on this website is conducted under a Stranding Agreement between NOAA NMFS and the Marine Mammal Stranding Center under the authority of the Marine Mammal Protection Act 

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