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 Mt. State Park, Waterloo Village
(908) 722-9556
Note: For more 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
Tours of Historic Somers Mansion
Fee: None
Somers Mansion Historic site
(609) 927-2212
Note: Call for more details
September 1
Labor Day Hike
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Kittatinny Valley State Park, Footbridge Park
Sponsor: Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee
(908) 684-4820
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
Guided Canoe Tours of Batsto Lake
Call for schedule and reservation
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic Village
(609) 561-4559
September 3
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
September 5
Public Skywatch
7:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Belleplain State Forest, Athletic Field near Lake Nummy
(609) 861-2402
Sponsor: South Jersey Astronomy Club (hometown.aol.com)
Note: Rain date: September 6; ADA accessible
September 6
Avian Athletes
2 p.m.
Fee: $6 per person for cost of craft materials; pre-registration required
Bass River State Forest , Interpretive Center
(609) 296-1114
Sponsor: Bass River State Forest & Crab Chix
Note: Make a “flattie” decoy
Explore the Estuary
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Species Requiem Day
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Lost In The Woods
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
Bird Walk
8:15 a.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Guide: NJ Audubon Society member
Meet at Visitor Center:
Bring binoculars
September 7
10th Annual Beach Plum Festival
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Island Beach State Park , North Swimming Area
(732) 793-5525 or (732) 793-1698
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
Note: 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
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: Steady rain cancels; call for more information
Martha Washington
Fee: $3 suggested donation
Rockingham Historic Site
(609) 683-7132
Sponsor: Rockingham Association
Note: Time and location to be determined; call for more information
The Far Side
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee; pre-registration required
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Note: Explore the far side of the Cushetunk Trail. We’ll start at mile 4 of the trail, hike 5 miles to the end and return. This is a 10-mile mountainous hike. Good cardio-vascular fitness is a must. Wear hiking shoes and bring water and a snack
Patanella’s King of the Hill On-Road Sprint Distance Triathlon
7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: See Web site for entry information
Round Valley Recreation Area, beach complex
Sponsor: Joseph Patanella (732) 841-2558; www.greenbrookracing.com
Note: ¼ mile swim; 17-mile road cycling; 3.1-mile run
Fall Scavenger Hunt
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Come Fly With Me
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
Walk the Bloodied Ground—the Hedgerow & Parsonage
10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Hike starts at Visitor Center
Sponsor: Friends of Monmouth Battlefield
September 9
The Magic of Monarchs
4 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 6 to 12; ADA accessible
September 10
The Magic of Monarchs
4 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 6 to 12; ADA accessible
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
September 11
L’il Tykes Hike
4 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults with children Ages 5 & under
September 12
31st Annual “Days of the Past” Old Time Power & Equipment Show
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: Minimal fee
Washington Crossing State Park , Church Road Entrance
(609) 737 -1925
Note: Call for details
September 13
Moonlight Hike & S’Mores
7:30 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, insect repellant and stick for toasting marshmallows; limit 25 people
Fort Mott All Access Tour
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Fort Mott State Park
(856) 935-3218
Note: Bring a flashlight
Sunset Hike
5:30 p.m.
Fee: None
High Point State Park Office
(973) 875-1471
Note: Weather permitting; for children ages 10 and up; bring a snack or a sandwich
Jersey Fresh Wine and Cheese Social
Time: To be announced
Fee: To be announced
Lusscroft Farm
(973) 875-4800 (High Point Park Office)
Sponsor: Heritage and Agriculture Association
Note: For more information visit: www.lusscroftfarm.net
Bike Ride
11:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Kittatinny Valley State Park , Warbasse Junction
(973) 887-4332
Sponsor: Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee
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: Call for more information; ADA accessible upon request
Overnight Horse Trail Ride
Time: To be announced
Fee: To be announced
Lusscroft Farm
(973) 875-4800 (High Point State Park Office)
Sponsor: Heritage and Agriculture Association
Note: For more information visit: www.lusscroftfarm.net
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 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
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
31st Annual “Days of the Past” Old Time Power & Equipment Show
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: Minimal fee
Washington Crossing State Park , Church Road Entrance
(609) 737 -1925
Note: Call for details
New Jersey Frontier Guard Encampment
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
September 14
Gerry’s World of Snakes
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park , Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
Note: ADA Accessible; facilitated by Gerald Wronski
Fort Mott Fishing Derby
11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Fort Mott State Park
(856) 935-3218
Note: ADA accessible
NJBBA Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs Youth Surf Fishing Tournament
Registration begins at 8 a.m.
Fee: Park admission
Island Beach State Park , Ocean Swimming Area 1
(732) 793-1698
Sponsor: New Jersey Beach Buggy Association
Trail Hike
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Kittatinny Valley State Park, Footbridge Park
(908) 684-4820
Sponsor: Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee
“10,000 Years in 30 Minutes”
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA accessible
Overnight Horse Trail Ride
TBA
Fee: TBA
Lusscroft Farm
(973) 875-4800 (High Point Park Office)
Sponsor: Heritage and Agriculture Association
Note: For more information visit: www.lusscroftfarm.net
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’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Shine on Harvest Moon
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Note: Enjoy a short illuminated moon hike
North Hunterdon Rotary Triathlon
8:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Spruce Run Recreation Area
Sponsor: North Hunterdon Rotary Club
(908) 572-5890
Note: ADA accessible
Native American Experience
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: 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
Sponsor: New Jersey Astronomical Association
Note: Partially ADA accessible
31st Annual “Days of the Past” Old Time Power & Equipment Show
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: Minimal fee
Washington Crossing State Park , Church Road Entrance
(609) 737-1925
Note: Call for details
New Jersey Frontier Guard Encampment
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
Trees of the Park
1:30 to 3 p.m.
Fee: None, pre-registration required
Washington Crossing State Park
Nature Center
(609) 737-0609
Note: Not ADA accessible
September 15
Fall Beauty in the Wetlands Hike
10 a.m.
2 to 4 miles
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic Village
(609) 567-4559
September 17
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
September 20
Pine Barren Careers
6 pm
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring chairs
Colony to State Day Open House
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Indian King Tavern Museum
(856) 429-6792
Sponsor: Friends of the Indian King
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Meet Dr. John Witherspoon
Fee: $3 suggested donation
Rockingham Historic Site
(609) 683-7132
Sponsor: Rockingham Historic Site & Rockingham Association
Note: Call for time
World Water Monitoring Month: What’s In Our Water
1 to 3 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
September 21
National Public Lands Day
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Bass River State Forest
(609) 296-1114
Note: Bring water, lunch and work gloves; snacks provided
Natural Weaving for Children and Adults
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park , Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
Note: 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
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Raptors
11a.m. to noon
Fee: None
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Sponsor: The Raptor’s Trust, a non-profit organization that rehabilitates injured raptors
Note: Meet several hawks and falcons and learn the beneficial roles these hunters of the air play in the environment
Autumn Bird Walk
9 to 11 a.m.
Fee: None
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Sponsor: NJ Audubon
Note: Binoculars and field guide suggested
Johnny Appleseed
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
Bird Walk
8:15 a.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Guide: NJ Audubon Society member
Meet at Visitor Center:
Bring binoculars
September 22
Autumn: Traditional Celebrations Of The Harvest
11 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults; ADA accessible
September 23
Autumn: Traditional Celebrations Of The Harvest
1 to 2 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults
“Aeroflex In Autumn” Sunset Paddle
5:30 to 7 p.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
September 24
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
September 25
L’il Tykes Hike
4 to 5 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults with children ages 5 & under
Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival
Time: To be determined
Fee: To be determined
Allamuchy Mt. State Park, Waterloo Village
(973) 398-7010 or www.grdodge.org
Note: ADA accessible
September 26
Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival
Time: To be determined
Fee: To be determined
Allamuchy Mt. State Park, Waterloo Village
(973) 398-7010 or www.grdodge.org
Note: ADA accessible
September 27
Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival
Time: To be determined
Fee: To be determined
Allamuchy Mt. State Park, Waterloo Village
(973) 398-7010 or www.grdodge.org
Note: ADA accessible
2008 Crab & Craft Festival
10 a.m. to dusk
Fee: Donations welcome
Hancock House State Historic Site & Town
(856) 935-4373
Sponsor: Friends of the Hancock House Inc., LAC Raritan Club and Hancock House State Historic Site
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Estuary Day Volunteer Beach Clean Up
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park , Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Candle Lantern Tours
7 to 11 p.m.
Fee: Adults $15 children $10
Long Pond Ironworks State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Long Pond Ironworks
(973) 657-1688
Note: ADA accessible upon request; call for more information
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
National Public Lands Day Activities
10a.m. to 4p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: Partially ADA accessible, depending on program
Dr. Greg Olsen’s Trip to the International Space Station
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
National Public Lands Day - Volunteer Effort
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: None
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
September 28
Geraldine R. Dodge Poetry Festival
Time: To be determined
Fee: To be determined
Allamuchy Mt. State Park, Waterloo Village
(973) 398-7010 or www.grdodge.org
Note: ADA accessible
Crabs, Crabs, Crabs
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park , Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
Note: ADA accessible
Concert
1:30 p.m. - Meeting
2 p.m. – Concert
Fee: None; donations welcome
Hancock House State Historic Site
(856) 935-4373
Sponsor: Friends of the Hancock House Inc. and Hancock House State Historic Site
Note: Bring lawn chairs; partially ADA accessible
Caven Point Bird Walk
9 to 11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
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; please call for more information
RMAA’S Annual Fall Juried Exhibition
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None
Ringwood State Park , Barn Gallery
Sponsor: Ringwood Manor Association of the Arts
(973) 962-2252
Note: Reception September 21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
We Gotta Get Out of This Place
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: None
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Note: Hike a Round Valley trail and learn how wildlife prepares for the cold weather
Bluebird Project
1 to 4 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
