Migration Station – Sun 2/23

Sandy Hook Officers Row (between House #6 & 7) Hartshorne Drive 7, Highlands, NJ, United States

Become a steward for seasonal wildlife by stopping by the migration station!Become a steward for seasonal wildlife by stopping by the migration station!Explore the seasonal movement and diversity of species that rely on this stopover and habitat, including the seals. Learn about the environmental factors driving migration, the types of migratory species, and their roles…

Sunset Lighthouse Climb – Fri 2/28

Sandy Hook Lighthouse 84 Mercer Road, Highlands, NJ, United States

Join a park ranger to view the sunset from the Sandy Hook Lighthouse!Join a park ranger to explore the Sandy Hook Lighthouse after hours. 🌅We will dig into our archives to share stunning photographs and unique stories about the nation’s oldest lighthouse before ascending to watch the sunset over Sandy Hook.⚠️ Children must be 48…

Sandy Hook Seals on Saturday

Fort Hancock Museum 28 Kearney Road, Highlands, NJ, United States

Sandy Hook, seals, and a Saturday adventure... what a way to spend your weekend!Sandy Hook, seals, and a Saturday adventure... what a way to spend your weekend! ☺️🦭Join us for this captivating program where visitors will get the opportunity to learn about these fascinating marine mammals, their behaviors, and their significance to the local ecosystem…

A Stitch in Time: A 1940s Knit & Crochet Social

History House - Lieutenant’s Quarters No. 1 1 Hartshorne Drive, Highlands, NJ, United States

Step back in time and enjoy a cozy morning of knitting and crocheting inside the charming, 1940s-style History House.Step back in time and enjoy a cozy morning of knitting and crocheting inside the charming, 1940s-style History House. 🧶 📻Bring your own project, settle into the parlor, and work at your own pace while 1940s music…

Sunset Lighthouse Climb – Fri 3/7

Sandy Hook Lighthouse 84 Mercer Road, Highlands, NJ, United States

Join a park ranger to view the sunset from the Sandy Hook Lighthouse!Join a park ranger for a guided climb of the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse! 🌅As you ascend 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room, you’ll hear stories and insights about the lighthouse’s unique history and significance.⚠️ Participants must be 48…

Restoring Battery Gunnison/New Battery Peck – Open House

Beach Plaza G Atlantic Drive, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

One of Sandy Hook's most historic structures will be open to the public!Explore one of Sandy Hook’s most famous military sites!Visitors can enter the interior of the Battery and learn how it was restored to the World War II era, with members of Army Ground Forces Association (AGFA). Formal tours are not being offered as…

Spring Holly Forest Ramble

Fishing Beach Hudson Road 26, Highlands, NJ, United States

Join a park ranger to explore the Holly Forest for the Spring Equinox!Join a park ranger to explore the Holly Forest for the Spring Equinox! 🌲Join a park ranger to explore the Holly Forest for the Spring Equinox. Learn about the ecology of holly forests, their cultural importance, and connect with nature before the arrival…

Sunset Lighthouse Climb – Fri 3/21

Sandy Hook Lighthouse 84 Mercer Road, Highlands, NJ, United States

Join a park ranger to view the sunset from the Sandy Hook Lighthouse!Join a park ranger for a guided climb of the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse! 🌅As you ascend 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room, you’ll hear stories and insights about the lighthouse’s unique history and significance.⚠️ Participants must be 48…

B.A.R.K. Ranger

Guardian Park Hartshorne Drive, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

Come stop by our B.A.R.K. Ranger table to learn how you and your furry friends can enjoy Sandy Hook to the fullest!Come stop by our B.A.R.K. Ranger table to learn how you and your furry friends can enjoy Sandy Hook to the fullest! 🐶🏖️Have your leashed pup become a B.A.R.K. Ranger and learn how to…

B.A.R.K. Ranger

Lot C Hartshorne Drive, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

Come stop by our B.A.R.K. Ranger table to learn how you and your furry friends can enjoy Sandy Hook to the fullest!Come stop by our B.A.R.K. Ranger table to learn how you and your furry friends can enjoy Sandy Hook to the fullest! 🐶🏖️Have your leashed pup become a B.A.R.K. Ranger and learn how to…

Nike Missile Radar Site Tour

Horseshoe Cove - Parking Lot L Lot L, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

See the inner workings where nuclear armed Nike Hercules missiles were controlled and guided during the Cold War defense!Guided tour of the Nike Integrated Fire Control (IFC) Area will allow you to see the inner workings where nuclear armed Nike Hercules missiles were controlled and guided during the Cold War defense of the New York…

Sunset Lighthouse Climb – Fri 4/11

Sandy Hook Lighthouse 84 Mercer Road, Highlands, NJ, United States

Join a park ranger to view the sunset from the Sandy Hook Lighthouse!Join a park ranger for a guided climb of the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse! 🌅As you ascend 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room, you’ll hear stories and insights about the lighthouse’s unique history and significance.⚠️ Participants must be 48…

Restoring Battery Gunnison/New Battery Peck – Open House

Beach Plaza G Atlantic Drive, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

One of Sandy Hook's most historic structures will be open to the public!Explore one of Sandy Hook’s most famous military sites!Visitors can enter the interior of the Battery and learn how it was restored to the World War II era, with members of Army Ground Forces Association (AGFA). Formal tours are not being offered as…

Nike Missile Radar Site Tour

Horseshoe Cove - Parking Lot L Lot L, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

See the inner workings where nuclear armed Nike Hercules missiles were controlled and guided during the Cold War defense!Guided tour of the Nike Integrated Fire Control (IFC) Area will allow you to see the inner workings where nuclear armed Nike Hercules missiles were controlled and guided during the Cold War defense of the New York…

Sunset Lighthouse Climb – Fri 4/18

Sandy Hook Lighthouse 84 Mercer Road, Highlands, NJ, United States

Join a park ranger to view the sunset from the Sandy Hook Lighthouse!Join a park ranger for a guided climb of the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse! 🌅As you ascend 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room, you’ll hear stories and insights about the lighthouse’s unique history and significance.⚠️ Participants must be 48…

A Stitch in Time: A 1940s Knit & Crochet Social

History House - Lieutenant’s Quarters No. 1 1 Hartshorne Drive, Highlands, NJ, United States

Step back in time and enjoy a cozy morning of knitting and crocheting inside the charming, 1940s-style History House.Step back in time and enjoy a cozy morning of knitting and crocheting inside the charming, 1940s-style History House. 🧶 📻Bring your own project, settle into the parlor, and work at your own pace while 1940s music…

Butterfly BioBlitz – 10:00 AM

Guardian Park Hartshorne Drive, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

Experience the park’s Butterfly BioBlitz with the North American Butterfly Association (NABA).Experience the park’s Butterfly BioBlitz with the North American Butterfly Association (NABA). Car caravan to different locations and identify as many species as possible. Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and dress for the weather and insects (ticks). Free!

Butterfly BioBlitz – 1:00 PM

Guardian Park Hartshorne Drive, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

Experience the park’s Butterfly BioBlitz with the North American Butterfly Association (NABA).Experience the park’s Butterfly BioBlitz with the North American Butterfly Association (NABA). Car caravan to different locations and identify as many species as possible. Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and dress for the weather and insects (ticks). Free!

Sunset Lighthouse Climb – Fri 4/25

Sandy Hook Lighthouse 84 Mercer Road, Highlands, NJ, United States

Join a park ranger to view the sunset from the Sandy Hook Lighthouse!Join a park ranger for a guided climb of the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse! 🌅As you ascend 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room, you’ll hear stories and insights about the lighthouse’s unique history and significance.⚠️ Participants must be 48…

B.A.R.K. Ranger

Lot C Hartshorne Drive, Middletown Township, NJ, United States

Come stop by our B.A.R.K. Ranger table to learn how you and your furry friends can enjoy Sandy Hook to the fullest!Come stop by our B.A.R.K. Ranger table to learn how you and your furry friends can enjoy Sandy Hook to the fullest! 🐶🏖️Have your leashed pup become a B.A.R.K. Ranger and learn how to…