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; 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
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
Call for schedule and reservation
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic Village
(609) 561-4559
July 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
July 1
Birding by Kayak
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 1
Island Beach State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
Note: All equipment except binoculars is supplied; minimum age of 14; 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
July 2
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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’s Annual Member’s 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 June 8, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
July 3
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
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
July 4
Fourth of July Celebration at Liberty State Park
Concert: 2 to 9 pm
Fireworks: 9 pm
Fee: None
Liberty State Park Adjacent to the historic Railroad Terminal
(201) 547-6921; Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs
Hosted by Jersey City
Note: Arrive at the park prior to noon for parking. Public transportation is highly recommended - take the Hudson-Bergen Lightrail to the park.
Ice Cream Social
Noon to 4 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Grover Cleveland Birthplace
(973) 226-0001
Sponsor: Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial Association
Note: During inclement weather or temperature over 95, event will be held next door in the St. Aloysius Church Gym; partially ADA accessible
Independence Day Open House
Immediately following the Haddonfield Fourth of July Parade
Fee: None
Indian King Tavern Museum
(856) 429-6792
Sponsor: Indian King Tavern Docents and Volunteers
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
4th of July – Independence Day Program
11a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: None
Princeton Battlefield State Park
(609) 921-0074
RMAA’s Annual Member’s 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 June 8, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
9 th Annual Independence Day Celebration
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: No event fee; $5 per car entrance fee
Ringwood Manor, Ringwood State Park
(973) 962-2240; Sue Shutte
Sponsor: North Jersey Highlands Historical Society
Note: Reading takes place at 2:30 p.m.; ADA accessible
Independence Day, 1776 - Educational Hike
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee; pre-registration required
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Note: Take an educational hike on a short trail and learn about the Declaration of Independence in July 1776 through the hills and valleys of Round Valley
Create a Holiday T-Shirt
1 to 3 p.m.
Fee: $3 a shirt or bring your own
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
Video: “ Independence”
2 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
July 5
Star Gazing at the Beach
Sunset to 10:00pm
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)
Happy Birthday USA
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: None
Belleplain State Forest , Interpretive Center
(609) 861-1354
Note: Coloring contest, prizes and refreshments; ADA accessible
Campers Program
7 p.m.
Fee: None; for Cheesequake campers only
Cheesequake State Park , Campground bathhouse
(732) 566-3208
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
Critter Catching In Our River
1 to 3:30 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
July 6
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to Noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
“Tugboats on the Hudson”
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
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
Prospecting For Gold
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Dinosaur Daze
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
Pond Study
1:30 to 3 p.m.
Fee: None, pre-registration required
Washington Crossing State Park
(609) 737-0609
Note: Meet at Niederers Pond on Church Road; call for directions; not ADA accessible
Revolutionary Days Lecture: “Major-General Charles Lee: Traitor or Hero?”
2 p.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Monmouth Battlefield
Bird Walk
8:15 a.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Guide: NJ Audubon Society member
Meet at Visitor Center:
Bring binoculars
July 8
Birding by Kayak
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 1
Island Beach State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
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
Exploring Our Night Sky
9 to 10 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park , Beach
(973) 853-4462
Note: All ages welcome
July 9
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
July 10
Fledgling Naturalists
9:30 and 11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
High Point State Park , Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For 3 to 5 year olds
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
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
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; all adults and children ages 8 and up welcome
July 11
Friday Family Nature Study
11 a.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
July 12
Know the “Bear” Facts
8 p.m.
Fee: None
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Sponsors: Bass River State Forest & NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife.
Note: Bring chairs
Wildflower Walk
9 to 10:30 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for adults
Summer Shorebird Walk
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park , Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Note: ADA accessible
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
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
Animals Homes Walk
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Birding with Children
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
Discover Wawayanda – Guided Hike: Cedar Swamp
3 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park , Campgrounds
(973) 853-4462
Note: Terrain moderately difficult; call for information; all adults and children ages 8 and up welcome
July 13
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Historic Interpretive Bike Tour
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: Helmets recommended; all biking levels (less than 10 mph)
“Trails to Rails” Transportation History Program
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Liberty State Park, CRRNJ Terminal Building
(201) 915-3412
Note: ADA accessible
Nature Cinema & Craft: Seashore
1 to 2 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park , Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
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
Guided Manor Tours
Noon to 4 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
Ringwood State Park , Skylands Manor
Sponsor: NJBG Skylands Association
(973) 962-9534
Note: ADA accessible
The Raspberry Ramble
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park entrance fee
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Parking Lot
(908) 236-6355
Note: Call park office to confirm; bring a sturdy container
Owls: Night Hunters
1 to 3:30 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
Walking Tour of the High Breeze Farm
1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: Suggested donation $5 adults; $3 students and senior citizens
High Breeze Farm - Wawayanda State Park
Sponsor: Vernon Township Historical Society
(973) 764-8554
Note: Tours offered every hour on the hour
The Carpenter Frog Pinelands Hike
10 a.m.
2 to 4 miles
Fee: $5 parking fee
Wharton State Forest , Batsto Historic village
(609) 567-4559
July 15
Birding by Kayak
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 1
Island Beach State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
Note: All equipment except binoculars is supplied; minimum age of 14; 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
July 16
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Furniture Styles of Rockingham
Fee: $3 suggested donation
Rockingham State Historic Site
(609) 683-7132
Sponsor: Rockingham Association
Note: Time and location to be determined; call for more information
Flora of Wawayanda
3 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park , Beach
(973) 853-4462
Note: Discover many of Wawayanda’s natural plants and flowers; all adults and children ages 6 and up
July 17
Fledgling Naturalists
9:30 and 11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
High Point State Park , Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For children ages 3 to 5
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
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
July 18
Friday Family Nature Study
11 a.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
July 19
Moonlight Hike
8:30 p.m.
Fee: None
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
“The Great Horned Owl & the Crow”
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
Explore the Estuary
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park , Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
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
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
Bear Aware
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
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
Discover Wawayanda – Guided Hike: Hemlock Ravine
3 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park – Visitor Center
(973) 853-4462
Note: Terrain moderate to difficult; adults and children ages 8 and up welcome
July 20
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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 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
Come Fly with Me
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
Bird Walk
8:15 a.m.
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
Guide: NJ Audubon Society member
Meet at Visitor Center:
Bring binoculars
July 21
Fort Mott All Access Tour
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Fort Mott State Park
(856) 935-3218
Note: Bring a flashlight
July 22
Birding by Kayak
8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 1
Island Beach State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
Note: All equipment except binoculars is supplied; minimum age of 14; 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
July 23
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
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
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
Birds of Wawayanda
4 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park , Beach
(973) 853-4462
Note: All adults and children ages 5 and up welcome
July 24
Fledgling Naturalists
9:30 and 11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
High Point State Park , Interpretive Center
(973) 875-1471
Note: For children ages 3 to 5
Lake Hopatcong of the 1970’s
Dinner Program
6 p.m.
Fee: $25; pre-registration required
The Arlington
(973) 398-2616
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
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
Appalachian Trail Guided Hike
3:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park – A.T. Parking Lot Rt. 94 Vernon (near Heaven Hill Farm)
(973) 853-4462
Note: Pinwheel Vista terrain very difficult; adults and children ages 10 and up welcome
July 25
“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
11 a.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
July 26
Forest Fire and Its Effects on the Landscape
8 p.m.
Fee: None
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Beach Complex
(609) 296-1114
Sponsors: Bass River State Forest, NJ Forest Fire Service & Drexel
University.
Note: Bring chairs
School of the Soldier
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Fort Mott State Park
(856) 935-3218
Note: Open to children in 4 th and 8 th grades
Butterfly Basics
11 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 6 to 12; ADA accessible
Caven Point Bird Walk
9 to 11 a.m.
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
Meet and Name Our Trees
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Tree Cookies
2:30 p.m.
Fee: None
Stephens State Park
(908) 852-3790
Note: ADA accessible
The Science and Technology of Palomar Mountain Observatory
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: Speaker Tom Kucharski will speak on the construction of the Palomar Observatory and on some of its more noted discoveries; partially ADA accessible
Discover Wawayanda – Guided Hike: Bearfort Mountain
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park
(973) 853-4462
Note: Terrain very difficult; call for information; all adults and children ages 10 and up welcome
July 27
Yellow Trail Hike
1 p.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Cheesequake State Park , Bathhouse Pavilion
(732) 566-3208
School of the Soldier
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Fort Mott State Park
(856) 935-3218
Note: Children in 4 th to 8 th grades
Sedge Island Kayak Tours
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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 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
Round Valley Beginnings
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Park entrance fee
Round Valley Recreation Area
(908) 236-6355
Note: Enjoy a summer walk and learn about the origins of Round Valley from the earliest inhabitants, to the farmers and miners, to the Reservoir’s birth, and to the huge fish that live in the reservoir
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
July 29
Birding by Kayak
8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Fee: $25 tour charge; no park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 1
Island Beach State Park
Sponsor: Friends of Island Beach State Park
(732) 793-1698 or (732) 793-5525
Note: All equipment except binoculars is supplied; minimum age of 14; minors must be accompanied by an adult
Backyard Bugs
10 to 11 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Group size limited; for children ages 6 to12; Partially 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
July 30
Beginners Surf Fishing
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Geology of Wawayanda
4 p.m.
Fee: None
Wawayanda State Park , Beach
(973) 853-4462
Note: One- hour hike exploring many of Wawayanda’s geologic features; moderate terrain; all adults and children ages 8 and up welcome
July 31
Fishing by Kayak
7 to 10 a.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
Spizzle Creek Kayak Excursion
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Park admission fee; pre-registration required; registration begins June 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
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
