June Nature Programs At Liberty State Park

JERSEY CITY, NJ — All of the below hikes and activities are hosted by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection.

Pre-registration is required for all programs unless specified. Space is limited. For more information or to register for a program, please contact the Nature Center at 201-915-3400 (when prompted, press 4 to be connected) or email LSPNatureCenter@dep.nj.gov.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. You may register a maximum of six participants per reservation. Pets are not permitted on programs unless they are service animals

Saturday, June 6 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Hike to Caven Point

Celebrate National Trails Day with a leisurely hike to Caven Point Beach to explore the shoreline of Upper NY Bay with views of the Statue of Liberty and New York skyline during low tide. We will meet in Lot #1 located at 300 Morris Pesin Drive and then walk over to our beach area. Please be advised there is over a mile and a half of walking involved. Dress to be outdoors, wear old shoes that can get wet or muddy, and bring binoculars if you have them. All ages welcome.

Sunday, June 7 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Horseshoe Crab Walk

This is the time of year when horseshoe crabs come ashore to lay their eggs. Join our staff on a walk to discover these amazing creatures and learn about the important roles they play in the natural world. We will meet in Lot #1 located at 300 Morris Pesin Drive and then walk over to our beach area. Please be advised there is over a mile and a half of walking involved. Be sure to dress to be outdoors and wear old shoes that can get wet or muddy. If it is a hot day, sunscreen and water are also recommended. All ages welcome.

Saturday, June 13 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Storytime and Craft

Come on out to the Nature Center to hear a story about the different kinds of wildlife and habitats found in Liberty State Park, and then make a story-related craft to take home with you. We will meet at the Nature Center located at 275 Freedom Way. Recommended for ages 3 to 6.

Wednesday, June 24 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Nature Walk and Craft: Beach

Come on out to Liberty State Park for a beach walk and scavenger hunt, and then make a beach craft to take home with you! We will meet at the Nature Center located at 275 Freedom Way. Please dress to be outdoors and wear old shoes that can get wet or muddy. If it is a hot day, sunscreen water, and insect repellent are also recommended. All ages welcome.

Thursday, June 25 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Nature Walk and Craft: Insects

Sunday, June 28 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Explore the Estuary

Join us on a hands-on adventure to Caven Point Beach where we will explore the amazing wildlife of the Hudson River Estuary and learn what lives out there in our very own backyard! We will meet at the Nature Center located at 275 Freedom Way and then drive over to our beach area. You will need your own vehicle to get to the beach. Dress to be outdoors, wear old shoes that can get wet or muddy, and bring sunscreen, water, and insect repellent. All ages welcome to come to the beach, must be at least 10 years old to seine in the water.

Liberty State Park Nature Center

275 Freedom Way

Jersey City, NJ 07305

LSPNatureCenter@dep.nj.gov

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