PLEASE CONTACT THE EVENT SPONSOR TO CONFIRM THE DATE AND TIME OF ANY EVENT YOU WISH TO ATTEND.
August
Kayak Eco Tours on Cheesequake Creek
Fee: Park entrance fee; preregistration required
Cheesequake State Park
(732) 566-3208
Note: Call ahead for details
D & R Canal State Park Nature and History Interpretive Hikes, Bike Tours and Programs
Call for dates, topics and times
FREE; donations welcome
D & R Canal State Park
(609) 924-5705
Note: ADA accessible
D & R Canal State Park Boy Scout & Girl Scout Programs
Badge and Patch Programs (Nature and History Topics)
FREE; donations welcome
D & R Canal State Park
(609) 924-5705
Note: Call for arrangements; ADA accessible
Naturalist-Guided Canoe/Kayak Tours
Call for dates and times
Fee: park entrance fee; preregistration required
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: Bring your own boat; please call for more information
“Commuters, Immigrants and Vacationers, Oh My!”
CRRNJ Terminal Walking Tours
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
FREE
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA accessible
Guided Manor Tours
Call for dates and times
Fee: General admission $5; seniors age 62 and over $3; youth ages 6 to 18 $1; children under 6 free
Ringwood State Park, Skylands Manor
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: Call for more info; ADA accessible
Kayak and Canoe Trips on the Delaware
Call for dates and times
Worthington State Forest
FREE
(908) 841-9575
Note: Call for more info
August Weekends
Guided Canoe Tours of Batsto Lake
Call for schedule and reservations
Wharton State Forest, Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
August Daily
Diesel Train Operates for the Public
Noon to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $4 per person and park entrance fee on weekends
Allaire State Park, Pine Creek Railroad
Sponsor: NJ Museum of Transportation
(732) 938-5524
August 1
Temperance Rally
1 and 2:30 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Allaire State Park, Historic Allaire Village
Sponsor: Allaire Village Inc.
(732) 919-3500
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Piping Plover Walk
11 a.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Sponsor: Division of Fish and Wildlife
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
Ringwood Manor Historic Grounds and Landscape Tour
2 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Two-hour walking tour around the main property at Ringwood Manor, discussing the historic objects, the planned gardens and landscape features, the out-buildings and even the cemetery. Wear comfortable shoes, dress appropriately for the weather, and bring bug spray & sun block if necessary. Steady rain cancels.
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Steady rain cancels; please call for more information
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m; ADA accessible
Snakes Alive
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee; preregistration required
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Sponsor: Division of Fish and Wildlife
Note: See and touch the snakes of New Jersey; learn about the role these reptiles play in our environment
Animal Homes Trail Walk
1 to 2:15 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
History and Mystery of Stephens State Park
2:30 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
August 4
Wacky Wednesdays at the Lighthouse:
Victorian Tea Party, Pirates, Mermaids, Sailors & Sea Life
Call for time
Fee: Call for information
Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
(609) 449-1360 or www.abseconlighthouse.org
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11a.m. to 2p.m; ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 5
Family Nature Program
11 a.m.
FREE
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: Location/themes vary; call for more information
Cat-Tales Story Hour
10 to 11 a.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 4 & 5; ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 6
Fledgling Naturalists
10:30 a.m.
Fee: park entrance fee; preregistration required
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For 3 to 5 year olds
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
Summer Concert Series
7 p.m.
FREE; suggested donation $3
Ringwood State Park, New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Call for more info
August 7
National Lighthouse Day Celebration
Call for time
Fee: Call for information
Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
(609) 449-1360 or www.abseconlighthouse.org
National Lighthouse Day Celebration – An Evening with John Mock
7 p.m.
Fee: Call for information
Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
Sponsor: Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
(609) 449-1360 or www.abseconlighthouse.org
“Bad Dogz” Bluegrass Concert
8 to 9:30 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring something to sit on
Kids & Critters Live Animal Show
11 a.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Note: ADA accessible
Nature at Night Programs
Evenings; call for topics and times
FREE
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Observatory Open to the Public
8 to 10:30 p.m.
FREE
Jenny Jump State Forest
(908) 459-4366
Sponsor: The United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey, Inc.
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Bike Ride
11:30 a.m.
FREE
Kittatinny Valley State Park, Warbasse Junction
(973) 887-4332
Sponsor: Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee
Note: Bring bike, helmet, lunch and drink
“One Man’s Journey: The Appalachian Trail”
7:30 to 9 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for teens and adults; ADA accessible
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m; ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
Family Campout and Star Party
8:30 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Voorhees State Park, NJAA Observatory
Note: Come join us for a family campout in Voorhees Campground and Stargazing three days after the new moon
Musket Firing Demonstration
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
Night Hike
8:30 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Washington Crossing State, Nature Center
(609) 737-0609
Note: Main park entrance will be closed; call for alternate access directions. Bring a flashlight
“The Pinelands Summer Zenith,” Nature Hike
10 a.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Wharton State Forest, Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
Note: 2-mile to 4-mile hike
Astronomy in the Pines Presentation
7 to 8 p.m.
Wharton State Forest, Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
Star Watch
Sunset to 11 p.m.
Wharton State Forest, Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
August 8
Piping Plover Walk
11 a.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Sponsor: Division of Fish and Wildlife
Nature Hike
1 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Cheesequake State Park, Bathhouse Pavilion
(732) 566-3208
Note: Call for details
The Morris Canal in Film
1 p.m.
FREE
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA Accessible
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more info
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m; ADA accessible
Ringwood Manor Historic Grounds and Landscape Tour
2 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Two-hour walking tour around the main property at Ringwood Manor, discussing the historic objects, the planned gardens and landscape features, the out-buildings and even the cemetery. Wear comfortable shoes, dress appropriately for the weather, and bring bug spray & sun block if necessary. Steady rain cancels.
Birds of Prey – Owls: Night Hunters Introduction
1 to 2:15 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Owls: Dissection of a Barn Owl Pellet
2:30 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Invasive Plant Patrol
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center
(609) 737-0623 or e-mail WCSPsupt@comcast.net
Note: Learn about invasive plants and how they affect native plant communities. Patrol teams will be weeding outdoors so dress accordingly and bring gloves. All tools and supplies will be provided.
August 11
Wacky Wednesdays at the Lighthouse:
Victorian Tea Party, Pirates, Mermaids, Sailors & Sea Life
Call for time
Fee: Call for information
Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
(609) 449-1360 or www.abseconlighthouse.org
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m; ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 12
Family Nature Program
11 a.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: Location/themes vary; call for more information
Lake Hopatcong’s Boat Yards of Yesteryear:
Lake Hopatcong Museum Dinner Program Series
6 p.m.
Fee: $25
Jefferson House Restaurant
(973) 398-2616
Sponsor: Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 13
“All About Bears” Talk and Family Movie
7 to 9 p.m.
FREE
Bass River State Forest, Interpretive Center pavilion (S. Shore)
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring something to sit on
Public Skywatch
7:30 p.m.
FREE
Belleplain State Forest, Athletic Field near Lake Nummy
(609) 861-2404
Sponsor: South Jersey Astronomy Club
www.sjac.us/
Note: Back-up date: August 14; ADA accessible
Fledgling Naturalists
10:30 a.m.
Fee: park entrance fee; preregistration required
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For 3 to 5 year olds
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 14
Ducky Derby Fundraiser
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Allaire State Park, Historic Allaire Village
Sponsor: Allaire Village Inc.
(732) 919-3500
Note: Rain date August 15
Waterloo Canal Heritage Day
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FREE
Allamuchy Mountain State Park
(908) 852-3790
Sponsor: Canal Society of NJ
“Warm Hearted Country” Concert
8 to 9:30 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring flashlight and something to sit on
The Guns at Cape May – Battery 223
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Kids & Critters Live Animal Show
11 a.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Note: ADA accessible
Nature at Night Programs
Evenings; call for topics and times
FREE
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Observatory Open to the Public
8 to 10:30 p.m
FREE
Jenny Jump State Forest
(908) 459-4366
Sponsor: The United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey, Inc.
Note: Partially ADA accessible
What’s in my Backyard?
11 a.m. to noon
FREE; preregistration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults and children ages 6 to 12
Explore the Estuary
10 a.m. to noon
FREE; preregistration required
Liberty State Park, Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Note: Transportation required
Public Walking Tours
Noon and 2 p.m.
Fee: Adults $3, children $1
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: Call for more info; ADA accessible upon request
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Nature Fun and Story Telling
1 to 2:15 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Summer Highlands Geology Trail Hike
2:30 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m; ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
NJAA Youth/Family Night
6:30 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Voorhees State Park, NJAA Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Note: Short presentation followed by fun, hands on activities
Meet Eli Carver
1 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center
(609) 737-9303
Note: Learn about the development of crafts in the Colonies; ADA accessible
August 15
Piping Plover Walk
11 a.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Sponsor: Division of Fish and Wildlife
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m; ADA accessible
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more info
Ringwood Manor Historic Grounds and Landscape Tour
2 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Two-hour walking tour around the main property at Ringwood Manor, discussing the historic objects, the planned gardens and landscape features, the out-buildings and even the cemetery. Wear comfortable shoes, dress appropriately for the weather, and bring bug spray & sun block if necessary. Steady rain cancels.
Kid’s Day – Butterflies and Other Bugs
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park entrance fee
Round Valley Recreation Area
(908) 236-6355
Note: Hike the 2-1/2 mile Water Trail of Round Valley. We’ll watch for butterflies and interesting bugs on the trail. Adults and kids of all ages are welcome.
Mammals Skins and Skulls
1 to 2:15 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Bear Aware: Appreciate the Black Bear
2:30 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
August 18
Wacky Wednesdays at the Lighthouse:
Victorian Tea Party, Pirates, Mermaids, Sailors & Sea Life
Call for time
Fee: Call for information
Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
Sponsor: Absecon Lighthouse Historic Site
(609) 449-1360 or www.abseconlighthouse.org
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Barn Gallery, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving July 11, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m; ADA accessible
August 19
Family Nature Program
11 a.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: Location/themes vary; call for more information
Cat-Tales Story Hour
10 to 11 a.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 4 & 5; ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 20
Fledgling Naturalists
10:30 a.m.
FREE; preregistration required
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For children ages 3 to 5
Summer Concert Series
7 p.m.
Fee: Suggested donation $3
Ringwood State Park, New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Call for more info
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 21
Night Hike
7:30 to 9 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Note: For adults and children ages 7 and up; bring flashlight and insect repellent; limit 25 people
Kids & Critters Live Animal Show
11 a.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Note: ADA accessible
Nature at Night Programs
Evenings; call for topics and times
FREE
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
School of the Soldier
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Fort Mott State Park
(856) 935-3218
Note: Open to children in 4th through 8th grade
Observatory Open to the Public
8 to 10:30 p.m.
FREE
Jenny Jump State Forest
(908) 459-4366
Sponsor: The United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey, Inc.
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Dog Show
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FREE for spectators
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
(732) 462-9616
Sponsor: American Rare Breed Association
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
Pan for ‘Gold’
1 and 2:30 p.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: Ever wonder what it was like when early pioneers panned for gold in the 1800's? Become a prospector and have fun wading in the Musconetcong River. Wear ‘wet-able’ clothing and shoes. For families with children ages 6 to 12.
Video Night
8:30 p.m.
FREE
Voorhees State Park, NJAA Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Note: Discussion and video covering the most destructive and creative objects in the cosmos
Musket Firing Demonstration
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
August 22
Antique Auto Show
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Allaire State Park, main parking lot
Sponsor: Allaire Village Inc.
(732) 919-3500
Note: Rain date August 29; ADA accessible
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Dog Show
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FREE for spectators
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
(732) 462-9616
Sponsor: American Rare Breed Association
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Barn Gallery
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving August 21; 1 to 4 p.m.; reception August 29, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Steady rain cancels; please call for more information
Ringwood Manor Historic Grounds and Landscape Tour
2 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Two-hour walking tour around the main property at Ringwood Manor, discussing the historic objects, the planned gardens and landscape features, the out-buildings and even the cemetery. Wear comfortable shoes, dress appropriately for the weather, and bring bug spray & sun block if necessary. Steady rain cancels.
Summer Family Scavenger Hunt
1 to 2:15 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Birding with Children: Observing Bluebirds on the Bluebird Box Trails
2:30 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: Families must provide their own transportation
August 23
Full Moon Hike
6:30 to 8 p.m.
FREE
Forest Resource Education Center, Jackson
(732) 928-0987
Sponsors: NJ Forest Service, Jackson Pathfinders
www.njforestrycenter.org
Note: ADA accessible
August 25
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Barn Gallery
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving August 21; 1 to 4 p.m.; reception August 29, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 26
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 27
Family Nature Program
11 a.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: Location and themes vary; call for more info
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
August 28
Waterloo Canal Heritage Day
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FREE
Allamuchy Mountain State Park
(908) 852-3790
Sponsor: Canal Society of NJ
“Lost in the Woods”- What Should You Do?
7:30 p.m.
FREE
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Sponsors: Bass River State Forest and NJ State Park Police
Note: Bring something to sit on; appropriate for all ages
Kids & Critters Live Animal Show
11 a.m.
FREE
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Note: ADA accessible
Nature at Night Programs
Evenings; call for topics and times
FREE
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Observatory Open to the Public
8 to 10:30 p.m.
FREE
Jenny Jump State Forest
(908) 459-4366
Sponsor: The United Astronomy Clubs of New Jersey, Inc.
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Late Bloomers
9 to 10:30 a.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults
Explore the Estuary
10 a.m. to noon
FREE; preregistration required
Liberty State Park, Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Join us for a River Safari
1 and 2:30 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: Explore critter catching and release in the Musconetcong River; wear ‘wet-able’ clothing and old sneakers; for all ages
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Barn Gallery
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving August 21; 1 to 4 p.m.; reception August 29, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Solar System Real Estate
8:30 p.m.
FREE
Voorhees State Park, NJAA Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Note: Explore the varied living conditions in the solar system
Musket Firing Demonstration
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
August 29
Osprey Talk
1 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Cheesequake State Park, Bathhouse Pavilion
(732) 566-3208
Morning Kayaking
8 to 9:30 a.m.
FREE; preregistration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park, Lake Aeroflex Boat Launch
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for teen and adults; bring your own kayak, PFD and paddle
Long Pond Ironworks Museum and Visitors Center
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE; donations welcome
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
(973) 657-1688
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
Note: ADA accessible
Tours of Ringwood Manor
10 and 11 a.m.; 1, 2 and 3 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Guided-tours of 26 of the 51 fully-furnished rooms of this National Historic Landmark. Topics include the history of the house, the estate, the owners and the original furnishings; ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, Barn Gallery
(973) 962-2252
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
Note: Receiving August 21; 1 to 4 p.m.; reception August 29, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
FREE
Ringwood State Park, New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Steady rain cancels; please call for more information
Ringwood Manor Historic Grounds and Landscape Tour
2 p.m.
Fee: park entrance fee
Ringwood State Park, Ringwood Manor
(973) 962-2240
Note: Two-hour walking tour around the main property at Ringwood Manor, discussing the historic objects, the planned gardens and landscape features, the out-buildings and even the cemetery. Wear comfortable shoes, dress appropriately for the weather, and bring bug spray & sun block if necessary. Steady rain cancels.
Raptors
11 a.m. to Noon
Fee: Park entrance fee
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Sponsor: The Raptor’s Trust, a non-profit organization
Note: The Raptor’s Trust rehabilitates injured raptors; they will bring several of their hawks and falcons to Round Valley; learn the beneficial role of these hunters of the air.
Bug Bingo: Introduction to Insect Ecology
1 to 2:15 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
“Buggin Along” Trail Walk
2:30 to 4 p.m.
FREE
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
1830's Foodways Demonstration
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Nelson House
(609) 737-2515
Note: Partially ADA accessible
