This new addition to the Jersey Trash Line brings about contrasting thoughts. Is it passionate love? Does it mean peace? What does it mean to you? I guess everyone has their own interpretation! This shirt will be available by Dec. 20th!

Are you doing what you love?  Are you loving what you do?  Here’s an update from a local NJ student making sure he does just that!

Hey Guys at NJ Trash Clothing,
Let me just say thanks for sponsoring me, this experience in New Zealand
is by far the best I’ve had my whole life. It’s true when people say NZ
is the adrenaline capitol of the world, I’ve already been bungee jumping
off the second highest in the world (Nevis), and snowboarding at
Treblecone amongst the clouds in the Southern Alps, but what I’ve taken
from this trip so far is more intangible than all of those exciting
things. The character I’ve built while here, more than anything else
prior, has made me a better student, friend, citizen, and most
importantly had made me grow as a young man.

During my two week conservation project (Kuaka) near Tauranga has made me realize what can be achieved by teamwork. I’ve been on sports teams my
whole life, and am in a fraternity as well, which both up until now have
made me appreciate team work. The work I’ve been doing here, however,
exceeds all other teams or groups I’ve participated in. Our biggest
achievements were at Tect Park where we all worked to plant 1200 native
plants in the park that includes; 4×4 trails, mountain biking trails, an
ecological reserve, and recreation areas. All of these activities
included in one park demonstrates the balance between nature and
recreation that the people in NZ hope to achieve in an effort for
conservation.

So what is conservation about in NZ and why is it so important? NZ was
created by the convergence of two tectonic plates (Pacific and
Australian), which has made it famous for its natural beauty. This
convergence also made the original ecology of the Islands very unique;
with no mammalian predators birds became the land dwelling animals. These islands were so safe for the birds the Kiwi Bird, NZ’s iconic symbol, has evolved to have no breast plate to protect its organs because it was not
hunted. When the first humans came to NZ, only 1000 years ago, they
brought with them predators. This lead to a cascade of problems for the
plants and animals of the Islands. Before human inhabitation 90% of NZ
was covered by bush, now only a mere 20% of that land is left due to
deforestation. As a result many of the birds who have co-revolutionized
with these bush and trees have become nearly extinct.

The introduction of invasive species in NZ by humans is the root of the
problem and the reason why I’m here doing conservation work. It might
sound weird, but what conservation means in NZ is extermination (of
invasive plants and animals)and regeneration of native species. Most of
the work I have been doing is regeneration.

The phrase often used in NZ is “Appreciation leads to Conservation” and I
have learned to thoroughly understand the meaning of this in my time here.
The Dept. of Conservation being the most underfunded department in the
nation means a lot of the conservation work done is completed by
students, like myself, who have come from all parts of the globe to help
regenerate this beautiful place. People I’ve worked with clearing and
planting plots of land are: elementary school children for Greenpark
Elementary, elderly folk from The Village, and mentally challenged from
The Avalon. These three experiences working with this wide range of
people was the most character building experience of my life. If these
groups who are, for the most part, physically incapable of completing some
of the work, are willing to help me out just shows the commitment this
country has to conservation. This really opened my mind and motivated my
group to put in our greatest efforts. The rewards were priceless as well as
spending time with these people.

With this knowledge and experience behind me now, I’m currently traveling
the country with the rest of the Kuaka group to the sickest places in NZ.
Without the first two weeks bonding with my group and learning about
conservation and NZ culture these final two weeks would have meant
nothing. This trip had helped me to realize just how beautiful life can
be and how doing what seems to be so little can make such a difference to
the people around you. Once again thank you for your contributions.

Peace and Love,Colin Mossbrucker 

As you know, Jersey Trash Clothing fully supports those actively living their dreams! Read on to learn more about Rutgers New Brunswick student, Colin Mussbrucker, and his mission to help save the world!!!

I would like to start this entry by saying big ups to the guys at Jersey Trash Clothing for sponsoring me on my trip to New Zealand. It is Tuesday morning two days, fifteen hours, and fifty-five minutes until my flight to New Zealand, currently in LA with my college roommate, waiting to embark on what many of my friends and family say will be experience of a lifetime. Thursday night at eleven forty-five I’m scheduled to meet up at LAX with the other members of the Kuaka group from the International Student Volunteers (ISV) for my flight to Auckland, New Zealand. Upon arrival, we will travel to our quarters, the Aongatete Lodge, where we will be staying for the duration of our conservation project.

Let me explain how ISV operates so you guys can get a better understanding of what I will be doing in New Zealand. ISV sends out former participants to colleges internationally throughout the school year to recruit new participants for the summer’s projects, meanwhile in the various host countries, such as New Zealand, Costa Rica, Australia, Thailand, etc., there are ISV representatives finding work for the projects. There are two categories in which one may choose when accepted to travel with ISV: social work, and conservation. I chose conservation because I am an environmental science major and felt it relevant to my studies.

My conservation project will be planting native plants (shrubs, trees, etc.) where there is deforestation, and thus danger of soil erosion and species depletion. Last year the participants worked in a new home development, where the land has been cleared and the soil exposed, planting various plants. Needless to say development can destroy an ecosystem, so ISV has us volunteers restoring the ecosystem with native plants so native animals can move back into the area, preventing them from migration into habitats where they are not well adapt. This is an attempt to prevent species competition, which could lead to extinction along with preventing water run off into the local water estuary.

Eliminating water run off is important in conserving the water cycle for a number of reasons. One it prevents pollution from directly running into main water systems, such as rivers, that all species use for drinking. Planting shrubs retains the polluted water and filters it into the soil, a filtration system created by nature that cannot be replicated by modern technology. Reason two, for the sake of weather patterns. Without a shrub line more water than normal will directly enter the rivers, resulting in more water in the larger bodies of water, which means more rain, and in turn more extreme weather.

I hope this helps you understand what I will be doing in New Zealand and why conservation of native plants is important in micro ecosystems and even in global climate.

Sincerely,

Colin Mossbrucker

What better way to celebrate Jersey Trash’s mission of individuality than with a unique, proud, and unapologetic community of equal rights supporters and fighters? On Sunday, JTC went to Philly Pride to support the opening act, Daniel Gray’s Return of the Club Kids Tour.

Unsure of the response, we  began handing out stickers, describing our hopes & dreams, informing the audience that we handmade each and every one of the shirts on the performers.  

Daniel Gray (www.DanielGraysWorld.com)

JT Revealed

Foil Designs debut by JTC

 Unlike the majority of screen printers, we do each and every color and layer of design by hand - no pivotal armed machinery or micro-registration involved.  Sure, it takes longer, but when it’s done, it’s something we take great pride in!

There’s no inside joke and no professional screen printer pumping out mass produced designs. What there is at Jersey Trash Clothing is a dream fueled by an ample amount of ambition and belief.  

Needless to say, we were welcomed on Sunday! 

We had a great time and met some wonderful entrepreneurs and artists with the same passion - to spread an idea that they believe in with all of their heart and if a customer senses that passion, then it was all worth it!

Just an update of some Jersey Trash sightings!

This Thursday, June 11th, CBS 3 will be hosting its “BACKYARD BBQ” segment with Meteorologist
Doug Kammemer in Gibbstown, NJ!  For more info on just what this summer event is, go to: http://cbs3.com/backyardbbq
Look for Jersey Trash Clothing on at LEAST one of the attendees, a well-known, respected and VERY involved Education Administrator!  See?  Every walk of life
can sport JTC!  That’s this Thursday, June 11th, around the 5:30PM News Weather Segment!

When’s the last time you went olde skool roller skating? Jersey Trash will be at Skater’s Choice (150 Hollydell Drive, Sewell, NJ 08080) supporting the coolest kids in town, AprilMay. Check them out at: Www.myspace.com/aprilmaynj

Nothing says All-American Summer like a Baseball game!  Join us this Saturday on Church Street (Just off Main St in Williamstown) for the Monroe Township, 6th Annual Little League Fun Day!  The event runs 10AM-1PM.  We’ll be there sharing our designs, placing orders and enjoying the beautiful weather! 

Finally, Sunday, trek on out to Penns Landing Pier (Columbus Blvd at Chestnut) for Music, Food, Fun & Entertainment!  JTC will make its official debut at about 2PM when Daniel Gray’s Tour, Return of the Club Kids, hits the stage!  Check out Daniel at:  Www.DanielGraysWorld.com ! 

As you can see, Music, Fashion, and working with the community are three strong interests of Jersey Trash.  We will continue to update everyone on our progress, as well as any events that arise!  Don’t forget that Jersey Trash Celebrities will soon be unveiled, so keep your eyes peeled!

Phillie Phanatic

May 30’s event was a success!  Williamstown High School’s Telethon to fund Project Graduation showcased many local untapped talents and featured some more local infamous characters!

 A few vendors pitched in to help support…We set up shop in the main lobby of the Theater, promptly at 8:30 and were ready to sell and network by 9am!A few vendors pitched in to help support…We set up shop in the main lobby of the Theater, promptly at 8:30 and were ready to sell and network by 9am!

Jersey Trash Clothing was fortunate enough to have met an impressive band, April May.  You’ll be floored by this young talented group of musicians.  Take a listen to their music at www.myspace.com/aprilmaynj.  There may be some huge projects and outstanding opportunities with these Sarah, Anthony, Joe, Zeth, and Rob in the future!  THANKS GUYS!!!

Many new designs were sneak peeked and the response was out of this world!

Special Thanks to Lisa, Carol, Bob, Cheryl, Robben, and the cute little girl who sported Jersey Dirty all day long!

We’ve been approached to do two more events the weekend of June 12-14th, as well as two excellent business ventures that are sure to spread the word of JTC even further!!! 

TX for everything, Guys!

Memorial Day Weekend is over, but Summer has just begun!  Jersey Trash Clothing, LLP is a proud supporter of the Williamstown High School 1st Annual Telethon to fund the Class of 2009 Project Graduation. 

The friends and families of Williamstown High School students, along with Bob Smith, will be orchestrating a lively event Saturday, May 30th, with musicians, The Philadelphia Wings Dance Team, the Philly Phanatic, Vendors (like Jersey Trash), and more! Project Graduation is a safe alternative to the typical “party-hopping” that occurs the night of Commencement.  To avoid any incidences that night, schools host a variety of activities and games for the graduates.  The telethon will help raise the remainder of the money needed to cover these expenses.  To learn more about how you can help, or if you’re looking for something different to do, visit www.whsprojectgraduation.blogspot.com

EXCITING NEWS!

We’ve has also been invited to represent Jersey Trash on Sunday, June 14th, at Penns Landing on the Philadelphia Waterfront!  We’ve been fortunate enough to work with Daniel Gray, a musician hailing from New Orleans.

Jersey Trash Clothing will be outfitting his dancers, as well as Daniel, himself!  Check him out at www.danielgrayworld.com  The event includes stage entertainment, a dance area, family zone, pet zone, health area, and a variety of food and beverages. There is a $10 admission.  Over 90 different organizations will be networking with over 40 different merchants selling. 

Keep your eyes peeled for more dates and appearances throughout the Tri-State area this summer.  We hope you can join us as often as possible!

Here at Jersey Trash Clothing we are real specific on the things we do and how it impacts the world around us.  It amazes us that people are so blinded by their actions that it will be the direct down fall of our society.. and what is that?  Not giving a damn about the planet or the people around them.  It’s simple, recycle, support local farmers and produce shops. When you see someone throw trash out the window, you kick their ass! When you see some one disrespect another, you kick their ass!

This bring us to the Swine ‘09 t-shirt featured on our site. The reason we made this shirt is to make people aware that other living things on this planet are not being treated well.  So, where did the Swine Flu come from? Media and the Government will tell you one thing, but Jersey Trash will tell you the real truth. In the case of the pig, they are kept in tight quarters, eating their and other pig feces with no room to move or sleep.  Some of these slaughter houses/pig farms are pumping them with antibiotics in turn making their own natural immune system weak and susceptible to disease. By eating their own feces and not being free to roam open land… disease is inevitable. Nature is acting out on us and we deserve every bit of it!

In the movie The Day The Earth Stood Still, Keanu Reeves comes to earth as an Alien.  His sole purpose is to analyze the impact humans have on the world. He realizes that humans are destroying the world and says, “We can not risk the planet for the sake of one organism.” (meaning humans).  That’s what we are,  an organism amongst other organisms that are just as important  to the earth as we are. 

“If the world dies, we die!”

This shirt is no longer available through the site… If you want it that bad we have the middle finger Swine 09 and the No middle finger Swine 09. You can e-mail us at jerseytrashclothing@gmail.com

So, it’s been about Two weeks that we’ve been up and running.  Really, 6 months of hands-on labor and a 5-year dream materialized!  

We acquired an awesome opportunity to create the shirts used for Monmouth University’s 14th Annual Track & Field Season Opener.   First & Second place winners of each event received shirts.  Teams from Rutgers, Quinnipiac, Fordham, Stony Brook, St. Francis (NY) and NJIT came to compete and got a taste of Jersey Trash Clothing. 

We were also given the great pleasure of outfitting Breast Cancer Awareness supporters with “Think Pink” Tees.  Our hard work paid off and the shirts looked great!  It was quite rewarding to see athletes and spectators alike sporting something we made with our own hands, not to mention the fact that proceeds benefited Breast Cancer Research.  It’s always a good feeling to be part of giving back! 

                                                                                                                                                                Look for us soon as we’ll be providing apparel for Dane Miller’s Www.GarageStrength.com with a newly created design!

With years of dreaming and talking, we have finally made a thought into a reality. Jersey Trash Clothing was developed in 2004, but not until now you get to experience what our minds and souls have always wanted to do. We have some very talented people who have contributed many hours of their time in order for this business to take flight.

Our web design and all the technical stuff was taken on by Josh Ma, a very gifted soul. Without his knowledge, Jersey Trash Clothing would not be where it is today. Also contributing his skills on the graphics of the site is Andrew Shum who is currently attending MIT. On the business end Jimmy M. has contributed as much as us and is currently Jersey Trash Clothing’s Accountant/consultant.  Another face that played a big part in the structure of the business was 2x Olympic Silver Medalist Adam Nelson! One of the nicest guys on the planet!

YEAH! ADAM NELSON! Of course without the support of our family and friends, Jersey Trash Clothing would not be.  In the next week there will be a post on how our family influenced this clothing line and why it connects all of us as one!