Learn about Jones Beach’s own “living fossil,” the Horseshoe Crab. Learn about these amazing creatures, their beach habitat, and why they matter to scientists. Then…
Published May 13, 2021
Tag: long island hikes
Published May 13, 2021
Park Preserve Hike
Take a hike guided by an educator around the Park Preserve on Jones Beach. This hike will explore both the beach as well as the…
Published March 4, 2021
Family Program: Spring Lantern Walk
Spring Lantern Walk Family Program Heckscher State Park April 23rd, 2021 8:00-10:00pm Enjoy the park by lantern light! During our walk we will stop along…
Published December 30, 2020
Downtown History (Nissequogue River State Park)
Take a walking tour of Nissequogue River State Park! The park has experienced a lot of changes over the years. Learn all about the historic…
Published December 30, 2020
Go North! At Night (Connetquot River State Park Preserve)
We’ve gone north during the day, but not at night. Join us for a new program as we explore the trails of the north end…
Published December 30, 2020
Sunset Stroll (Sunken Meadow State Park)
Bring your camera to capture the beauty of the sunset as we stroll along the Long Island Sound on the sandy beach of Sunken Meadow.…
Published December 30, 2020
Winter Bird Walk (Caleb Smith State Park Preserve)
There are plenty of birds around the park this time of the year. We will take a quiet walk through the trails listening for them.…
Published December 30, 2020
Wildlife Detectives (Connetquot River State Park Preserve)
Take a walk with us to learn about wildlife, their tracks,and other items they leave behind. Do you have the sleuthing skills to find signs…
Published December 30, 2020
Gooses,Geeses! (Connetquot River State Park Preserve)
Honk! Canada Geese are a very common site on Long Island-they are rarely given a second glance. Learn all about the fascinating life of geese…
Published December 30, 2020
Clubhouse Tours (Connetquot River State Park Preserve)
Take a tour of the clubhouse and learn the history of the sportsmen that settled the South Shore. Reservations and masks required. Space is limited,…