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Stay up to date with recent news, updates, and announcements from the Friends of Island Beach State Park. From conservation efforts to upcoming events, we’ll keep you in the loop on everything happening at the park.

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    May Day Spring Festival

    The May Day Spring Festival will feature craft vendors, live music, food trucks, and more. The festival takes place Mother's Day weekend.... come find a unique gift for mom! Dogs…

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    Spring Membership Meeting

    Join us for our Spring Membership Meeting and learn about all of the great ways to get involved with and support the Park! Membership Meetings are open to all paid…

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  • Lecture Series

    Join us for our lecture series to learn more about the cultural and natural history of the coast! All lectures meet in the Interpretive Center at 1:00 pm. Lectures are…

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  • Fall Membership Meeting

    Join us for our Annual Fall Membership Meeting and learn about all of the great ways to get involved with and support the Park! Membership Meetings are open to all…

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  • Fall Beach Grass Planting

    Volunteers are needed to help plant beach grass in Island Beach State Park on November 22nd. Planting beach grass helps to build the dunes which in turn, creates habitat, increases…

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  • Summer Solstice Festival

    Summer Solstice is one of the most powerful times of the year. Join IBSP Naturalists and volunteers from Sanctuary Yoga and Meditation as we harness the energy from the longest…

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  • National Trails Day

    Saturday June 7th 2:00 - 4:00 Join us for a pleasant afternoon eco-kayak tour of the Sedge Island Marine Conservation Zone in Barnegat Bay. Our water trail guides will provide…

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