Upcoming at Sandy Hook

Unfortunately, the Beach Concerts at Sandy Hook have been canceled. BUT there are lots of other things to do if the beaches, trails, and scenery aren't enough of a draw.

Starting today:

Bird Walk Monmouth County Audubon Society
Lot M
Thursday, July 11, 6 PM - 8 PM
Hike to the end of Fisherman's Trail to the ocean and look for osprey, piping plovers, terns, and other shorebirds. Bring binoculars, insect repellant, and wear comfortable shoes. Free. ♥ 2 miles.

Summer Coast Camp, Grades 3 - 5
American Littoral Society
Jul 8 - July 12, 9AM - 2 PM
Join the American Littoral Society for a week of educational fun that includes seining, kayaking, swimming in the guarded ocean, marine life identification, fishing, crabbing, birding, shelling, field journaling, plankton discovery, coastal botany, outdoor games, and understanding nature through art. Cost: $275 Society Members/$300 Non-Members. Contact: 732-291-0055 for more information and to make a reservation.

Fort Hancock Bike Tour
Theater Parking Lot across from the Chapel, Fort Hancock Historic Post
Saturday, July 13, 5 PM - 7 PM
Join a ranger on a guided bicycle tour highlighting everything from gun batteries to beaches. Bring your bicycle and bike helmet. Call 732-872-5970 to make a reservation. ♥ 3 miles.

Ocean Beach Walk
Beach Plaza @ Lot D
June 17 through August 26, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM. Monday and Tuesday
Come and take a guided walk with a park ranger along the beach, collecting and identifying some of the ocean's natural treasures. Wear comfortable shoes & sunscreen, and bring binoculars and water.

Canoe Cruise
U.S. Life-Saving Station Parking Lot (between Lot D and Lot E)
June 27 through August 29, 9:15 AM - 12 PM. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
Take a two-mile morning paddle to explore Sandy Hook Bay from an ideal vantage point-the water itself. Rangers guide you on a two and a half hour tour of the bayside waters and Skeleton Hill Island. Go to www.recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777 to make your reservation. Fee-based program.

Junior Ranger
June 27 through August 29, Children ages 7 to 12 years old. Tuesday, Thursday
See Junior Ranger section located after the calendar listings, for rotating schedule of programs and each location. . Events vary; check listings in Sandy Hook Program Guide.

Junior Jr. Ranger
June 19 through August 28, 10 AM - 11 AM. Wednesday.
Children ages 3 to 6 years old
See Junior Jr. Ranger section below located after the calendar entries, for the rotating schedule of programs and each location. Events vary; check listings in Sandy Hook Program Guide.