PLEASE CONTACT THE EVENT SPONSOR TO CONFIRM THE DATE AND TIME OF ANY EVENT YOU WISH TO ATTEND.
13 th Annual Waterloo Canal Day - Waterloo Canal Heritage Days
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fee: None
Allamuchy Mountain State Park, Waterloo Village
(908) 722-9556
Note: For further information: www.canalsocietynj.org
History of Belleplain State Forest
7 p.m.
Fee: None
Belleplain State Forest , Conference Room
(609) 861-2404
Note: Call for specific dates; ADA accessible
Kayak Eco Tours on Cheesequake Creek
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park
(732) 566-3208
Note: Call ahead for details and registration
D & R Canal State Park Nature and History Interpretive Hikes, Bike Tours and Programs
Fee: None
(609) 924-5705
Note: Call for dates, times and topics
D&R Canal State Park Boy Scout and Girl Scout Programs Badge and Patch Programs (Nature and History Topics)
Fee: None
(609) 924-5705
Note: Call for more information
11 a.m. - Beach Walk
1 p.m. - Seine the Bay
2 p.m. - Fish Tank Feeding Frenzy
Fee: Park admission fee
Island Beach State Park , Ocean Swimming Area 1
(732) 793-1698
Note: Fish tank feeding frenzy is ADA accessible
“Commuters, Immigrants and Vacationers, Oh My!”
CRRNJ Terminal Walking Tours
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA Accessible
Tours of Historic Somers Mansion
Fee: None
Somers Mansion Historic site
(609) 927-2212
Note: Call for more details
Spruce Run Summer Nature Programs
Fee: Park entrance fee
Spruce Run Recreation Area
(908) 638-8572
Note: Call ahead for specific information
Walt Whitman’s Specimen Days
45 Minute Tours Highlighting Whitman’s Garden and Nature Themes
Fee: None
Walt Whitman House
(856) 964-5383
Sponsors: Walt Whitman House State Historic Site and garden volunteers
Note: Call for more information
Guided Canoe Tours of Batsto Lake
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic Village
(609) 561-4559
Note: Call for schedule and reservation
August Weekends
Movies, Talks and More: The CRRNJ Terminal’s Summer History Series
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA accessible
August 1
Friday Family Nature Study
12:30 p.m.
Fee: None
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: All ages; topics and meeting places vary
Junior Naturalist Program
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required; registration begins June 1
Island Beach State Park , Interpretive Center
(732) 793-1698
Note: Children ages 10 to 14
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 2
Folk Life of the Pine Barrens and Bay
8 p.m.
Fee: None
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Sponsors: Bass River State Forest & Tuckerton Seaport
Note: Bring chairs
Dragons & Damsels
11 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults and children ages 6 to12; partially ADA accessible
Explore the Estuary
10am to noon
Fee: None;
pre-registration required
Liberty State Park Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibit
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception July 20, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Nature Scavenger Hunt
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Native American Experience
2:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Observatory Open to the Public
8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Fee: None, donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Video: “Founding Fathers: Rebels with a Cause”
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
Discover Wawayanda – Guided Rowboat Tour
1 p.m.
Fee: One-hour boat rental; pre-registration required (limit 20 people)
Wawayanda State Park , Boat House
(973) 853-4462
Note: Tour subject to availability of boat rentals; rowing can be strenuous; all children must be accompanied by an adult in rowboat
“The Pinelands Summer Zenith” Nature Hike
10 a.m.
2 to 4 miles
Fee: $5 parking fee
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
Bird Walk
8:15 a.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Guide: NJ Audubon Society member
Meet at Visitor Center:
Bring binoculars
August 3
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-0506
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
3-D Railroad Slide Show
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibit
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception July 20, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Guided Manor Tours
Noon to 4 p.m.
Fee: Donations welcome
Ringwood State Park , Skylands Manor
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: ADA accessible
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , New Jersey State Botanical Garden
(973) 962-9534
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more information
Snakes Alive
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee, pre-registration required
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Sponsor: Division of Fish and Wildlife
Note: Come see and touch the snakes of New Jersey; learn about the beneficial roles these reptiles play
Highlands Trail Hike
1 to 3:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Observatory Open to the Public
2 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None, donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
August 5
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
Birding by Kayak
8 to 11 a.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Minimum age of 14 - minors must be accompanied by an adult
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment except binoculars is supplied
August 6
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park Nature Center
(732) 793-1698
Sponsor: Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park
Note: Minimum age of 10; minors must be accompanied by an adult
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Annual Open Photography Exhibit
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception July 20, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Wawayanda Night Life
9 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required (limit 20 people)
Wawayanda State Park Beach
(973) 853-4462
Note: Discover the creatures of the night; adults and children age 6 and up welcome
August 7
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment except rods & reels are supplied
Cat-Tales Story Hour
10 to 11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 4 & 5; ADA accessible
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 8
Fledgling Naturalists
10 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
High Point State Park , Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For children ages 3 to 5
Friday Family Nature Study
12:30 p.m.
Fee: None
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: All ages; topics and meeting places vary
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 9
Lost in the Woods
8 p.m.
Fee: None
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring chairs
The Guns at Cape May – Battery 223
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Kingdom of the Coldbloods
11 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; family program; all ages; ADA accessible
Bike Ride
11:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Kittatinny Valley State Park , Warbasse Junction
Sponsor: Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee
(973) 887-4332
Note: Bring bike, helmet, lunch & drink
Public Walking Tours
Fee: Adults $3, children $1
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
(973) 657-1688
Note: ADA accessible upon request; call for more information
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
Bug Bingo
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Buggin Along Trail Walk
2:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Observatory Open to the Public
8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Video: “Founding Fathers: Taking Liberties”
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303 Note: ADA accessible
Discover Wawayanda – Guided Hike: Canistear Road/Trail
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park
(973) 853-4462
Note: Terrain moderately difficult; call for information; adults and children ages 8 and up welcome
Astronomy in the Pines Presentation
7 to 8 p.m.
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
Sponsor: Willingboro Astronomical Society & Wharton State Forest
Note: ADA accessible
Starwatch
Sunset to 11:00pm
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
Sponsor: Willingboro Astronomical Society & Wharton State Forest
Note: ADA accessible
August 10
Nature Hike
1 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Cheesequake State Park , bathhouse pavilion
(732) 566-3208
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-0506
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , New Jersey State Botanical Garden
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more information
Nature Fun and Storytelling
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Mammal Tracking
2:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Observatory Open to the Public
2 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
August 12
Birding by Kayak
8 to 11 a.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Minimum age of 14 - minors must be accompanied by an adult
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment except binoculars is supplied
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 13
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park Nature Center
(732) 793-1698
Sponsor: Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park
Note: Minimum age of 10; minors must be accompanied by an adult
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Historical Wawayanda: Mining Village of Wawayanda
3:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park Campsites
(973) 853-4462
Note: Adults and children ages 12 and up welcome.
August 14
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment except rods & reels are supplied
Full Moon Hike
6:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Forest Resource Education Center
(732) 928-2360
Note: Partially ADA accessible; rain or shine
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
Appalachian Trail Guided Hike
3:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park, Visitor Center
(973) 853-4462
Note: Terrain moderately difficult; call for information; adults and children ages 10 and up welcome
August 15
Fledgling Naturalists
10 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
High Point State Park , Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For children ages 3 to 5
Friday Family Nature Study
12:30 p.m.
Fee: None
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: All ages; topics and meeting places vary
Junior Naturalist Program
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required; registration begins June 1
Island Beach State Park , Interpretive Center
(732) 793-1698
Note: Children ages 10 to 14
Sunset at the Park
7 to 9 pm
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park , Area 7, Fisherman’s Walkway
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 10; minors must be accompanied by an adult
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
Slide Show of Black Creek
7 p.m.
Fee: Suggested donation $5 each event or $8 for both slide show and tour
Vernon Township Municipal Building, Senior Citizens Center
Sponsor: Vernon Township Historical Society
(973) 764-8554
Note: Call for information
August 16
Moonlight Hike
8:30 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration 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 repellant; limit 25 people
Aiming Fort Mott’s Guns
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Fort Mott State Park
(856) 935-3218
Sunset Moonrise Hike
6:30 p.m.
Fee: None
High Point State Park Office
(973) 875-1471
Note: Weather permitting; ages 10 and up
Wolf Visions
7 to 8 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; family program; all ages; ADA accessible
Butterfly Day
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park , Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Note: ADA Accessible
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Bear Aware
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Dino Daze
2:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Observatory Open to the Public
8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Video: “Founding Fathers: You Say You Want A Revolution”
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
Black Creek Site Interpretive Tour
10 a.m.
Fee: Suggested donation $5 each event or $8 for both slide show and tour
Wawayanda State Park , Black Creek Historic Site
(973) 764-8554
Sponsor: Vernon Township Historical Society.
Note: Call for information
August 17
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-0506
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
“10,000 Years in 30 Minutes”
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA accessible
Nature Cinema & Craft: Pond & River
1 to 2 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park , Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , New Jersey State Botanical Garden
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more information
A Mid-Summer Day’s Dream: Butterflies and Other Bugs
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Round Valley Recreation Area
(908) 236-6355
Note: Hike the 2- ½ mile Water Trail, the jewel of Round Valley and watch for butterflies and interesting bugs
Native American Experience
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Bear Aware
2:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Observatory Open to the Public
2 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500 Observatory
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Bird Walk
8:15 a.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Guide: NJ Audubon Society member
Meet at Visitor Center:
Bring binoculars
August 19
Birding by Kayak
8 to 11 a.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Minimum age of 14 - minors must be accompanied by an adult
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment except binoculars is supplied
9:30 a.m. - Story Time and Activity
10:30 a.m. - Nature Crafts
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 20
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park Nature Center
(732) 793-1698
Sponsor: Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park
Note: Minimum age of 10; minors must be accompanied by an adult
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Historical Wawayanda: Kazmar House
3:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park, Visitor Center
(973) 853-4462
Note: Short hike; terrain moderately difficult; adults and children ages 12 and up welcome
August 21
The Boathouses of Lake Hopatcong
Dinner Program
6 p.m.
Fee: $25; pre-registration required
Lake Hopatcong Yacht Club
(973) 398-2616 or lhhistory@att.net
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment except rods & reels are supplied
Cat-Tales Story Hour
10 to 11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 4 & 5; ADA accessible
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 22
Fledgling Naturalists
10 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
High Point State Park, Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For children ages 3 to 5
Friday Family Nature Study
12:30 p.m.
Fee: None
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: All ages; topics and meeting places vary
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 23
24 Hours of Allamuchy Bike Race
Saturday 11 a.m. to Sunday noon
Fee: Required
Allamuchy Mountain State Park
Sponsor: Mt. Allamuchy Scout Reservation
(908) 256-5282
“Warm Hearted Country” Music Night
8 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring chairs
Morning Kayaking
7 to 8:30 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park, Lake Aeroflex Boat Launch
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for teens and adults; bring your own kayak, PFD and paddle
Summer Shorebird Walk
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Note: ADA Accessible
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
General Washington Arrives at Rockingham
Fee: $3 suggested donation
Rockingham Historic Site
(609) 683-7132
Sponsor: Rockingham Association
Note: ADA accessible; time and location to be determined; call for more information
Von Heer’s Provost Dragoons Encampment with General Washington
All day
Fee: None
Rockingham Historic Site
(609) 683-7132
Sponsor: Rockingham Association
Note: ADA accessible
Froggin in the River
1 to 3 p.m. Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Dr. Michael Stark – Assistant Professor of Physics, Lafayette College
8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Video: “Founding Fathers: A Healthy Constitution”
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303 Note: ADA accessible
August 24
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-0506
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , New Jersey State Botanical Garden
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more information
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Von Heer’s Provost Dragoons Encampment with General Washington
All day
Fee: None
Rockingham Historic Site
(609) 683-7132
Sponsor: Rockingham Association
Note: ADA accessible
Owls: Night Hunters
1 to 3 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Observatory Open to the Public
2 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Late Bloomers
9 to 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults
August 26
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 27
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park Nature Center
(732) 793-1698
Sponsor: Governor’s Surf Fishing Tournament & Island Beach State Park
Note: Minimum age of 10; minors must be accompanied by an adult
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
August 28
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1; maximum of 2 reservations
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment supplied
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins July 1
Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698
Note: Minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult; all equipment except rods & reels are supplied
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
August 29
“All About Bears” and Family Movie
7 p.m.
Fee: None
Bass River State Forest , Interpretive Center
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring chairs
Friday Family Nature Study
12:30 p.m.
Fee: None
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
Note: All ages; topics and meeting places vary
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
Exploring Our Night Sky
8:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park , Beach
(973) 853-4462
Note: All ages welcome
August 30
Star Gazing at the Beach
Sunset to 10 p.m.
Fee: None
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach
(609) 296-1114
Sponsors: Bass River State Forest & Willingboro Astronomical Society
Note: ADA accessible (beach wheelchair available)
Smokey Bear’s 64 th Birthday Party
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Fee: None
Belleplain State Forest, Interpretive Center, Lake Nummy Pavilion
(609) 861-2404
Note: Coloring contest, pictures with Smokey, prizes and refreshments; ADA accessible
Story Time and Activity - 9:30 a.m.
Nature Crafts - 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Parvin State Park , Interpretive Pavilion
(856) 358-8616
Note: ADA accessible
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Highlands Trail Hike
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Observatory Open to the Public
8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
August 31
Osprey Talk
1 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Cheesequake State Park , bathhouse pavilion
(732) 566-3208
Garden Tours
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , New Jersey State Botanical Garden
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more information
RMAA Winners’ Circle
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception August 17, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Critter Catching in Our River
1 to 3:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Observatory Open to the Public
2 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Voorhees State Park
(908) 638-6969
Paul Robinson Observatory
(908) 638-8500
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
