Programs upcoming at Sandy Hook this weekend.
Holly Forest; Arbor Day Tree Walk
American Littoral Society
Parking Lot E
Friday, April 26, 10 AM - 12 PM
Some of the oldest American holly trees in the country can be found among Sandy Hook's nearly 300 acres of holly forest. We will hike through the restricted 64-acre maritime forest area and get to see an undisturbed holly forest with some of its oldest, rarest, and largest trees. Waterproof footwear is recommended.Cost: $10 member/ $20 non-member. Contact: 732-291-0055 for more information and to reserve. ♥ 2 miles.
Dune Grass Planting-- NOTE CORRECTED LOCATION: Parking Lot B
American Littoral Society
Parking Lot B
Saturday, April 27, 10 AM
The American Littoral Society will be hosting a beach grass planting. The public is invited to help plant American beach grass on dunes in need of restoration. Go to Parking Lot B and look for the organizers It is a volunteer event that is open to the public and will also involve students who have been growing American beachgrass (Ammophila breviligulata) plants in area schools through the Beach Grasses in Classes program. If possible, please bring a stick or shovel to help with planting. Event will be held rain or shine. Dress for the weather. For more information call the American Littoral Society at 732-291-0055 or email info@littoralsociety.org.
Sandy Hook's Nature Rx Day
Healthy Parks-Healthy People
U.S. Life-Saving Station at Spermaceti Cove (Between Lot D and Lot E)
Sunday, April 28, 1 PM-2:30 PM
Join a park ranger on a prescribed walk through the holly forest with your family and friends. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of nature, while getting fit and healthy.
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