The Society connects people of all ages to the coast through educational nature walks, fishing clinics, field trips, and volunteer opportunities.

Our staff naturalists host a variety of public programs throughout the year which can be viewed in more detail below:

Sunset seining

Discover the diverse wildlife inhabiting our coast. Participants are invited to help pull our 40 foot seine net through the bay, and experience the excitement of learning about the fish and other critters caught.

Horseshoe crab walks

Take an evening stroll on the beach with us to learn about some of our oldest friends, 445 million years that is! Watch your step as we walk along the sand and wade within the water as they will be crawling at your feet. Experience the excitement of holding one of these ancient creatures as the sun sets over the bay.

Surf fishing clinics

Enjoy a day of surf fishing and instruction on the beach with our Fish Tagging Program Director Emily McGuckin. Participants will learn the basics of casting, knot tying, lure/bait selection, and “reading” a beach. Rods, reels and tackle will be provided, but bring your own if you have. Ages 8+ and all skill levels are welcomed.

wingin' it bird walks

Once a month, wing it with the Littoral Society! Are you bird curious? Maybe you love the birds that come to your feeder in your yard? Join us for beginning-birder friendly walks out on Sandy Hook. "Bird nerd” and Assistant Director Lindsay McNamara will lead our group. We will provide binoculars, but feel free to bring your own.

Seal and winter waterfowl walks

Observe and learn all about our local winter waterfowl and seal friends from January-March! We will take a look at the different species, characteristics of them, where to spot them, and identifying features. We will provide binoculars, but feel free to bring your own.

Wild edible plant walks

Discover wild edible plants growing throughout Sandy Hook in all four seasons. Learn how to identify edible plants and how to best prepare them for a delicious treat. We will even get to try some during the walk!

The goal of these programs is to get children and adults to experience the beauty and wonders of the littoral zone, whether by simply looking, or by getting hands dirty or feet wet or sandy.

 Our calendar lists upcoming public programs with more information.