things to do barnegat bay: LBIF Discusses Bay-to-Table on Science Saturday - 02/05/19 07:43 AM

Barnegat Bay and nearby areas are a very productive area for a variety of seafood. The most popular fish species are striped bass as well as tog, sea bass and fluke. And let’s not forget scallops, claims, oysters and crab!
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On Friday, Long Beach Island Foundation (LBIF) will discuss commercial fishing and cook fresh seafood from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Foundation’s main building.
Did you know that Viking Village in Barnegat Light is one of the East Coast’s most productive commercial fishing seaports? Join them for this bay to table conversation. Karter Larson will tell … (1 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Barnegat H.S. Fishing Flea Market 2017 - 11/30/17 10:58 AM

Barnegat High School Fishing Club’s ninth annual Fishing Flea Market on Saturday, Dec. 9. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Barnegat High School. 
Admission is $4. Children 12 and younger enter free of charge.
“Last year we had close to 500 people attend,” said club adviser Brett Taylor, who pointed out that all proceeds benefit the club, comprised of students in grades nine through 12.
“The BHS Fishing Club gives out scholarships, donates to the annual toy drive and local food bank, and provides youth fishing opportunities for students of Barnegat High School,” he explained. “Students also have opportunities to … (5 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Science Saturdays on Long Beach Island - 01/06/17 04:31 AM

Science Saturdays at the LBIF: For the 11th consecutive winter, the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences will host a series of interactive, hands-on presentations open to the public. Science Saturdays are held weekly 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Jan. 14 through April 29 at the LBIF, 120 Long Beach Blvd., Loveladies. Each session presents a scientific, environmental or sustainability issue that affects the shore community and the Barnegat Bay. A light breakfast will be provided by A Little Bite of Italy in Surf City. Foundation members are free. Nonmembers are asked for a $5 donation.
The first “Science … (6 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Cattus Island Park in Toms River - 05/28/16 12:24 AM
The unspoiled beauty of nature is the main attraction at Cattus Island County Park. This environmentally sensitive park spans just over 500 acres and boasts several miles of trails, many offering lovely vistas of the adjacent Barnegat Bay.
Cattus Island is home to the Cooper Environmental Center, where visitors of all ages will enjoy hands-on displays along with collections of live reptiles and fish.
Every weekend, the Cooper Center staff-run programs throughout the day. The park also contains a beautiful Butterfly Garden.
The Park has nature trails, scenic boardwalks, birding, photography, conservation area, environmental education, crabbing, cross-country skiing, fishing, picnic area, playground, scenic overlooks, … (1 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Jersey Shore Sailing School on Barnegat Bay - 12/06/15 10:55 PM

Looking for a unique gift for the aspiring sailor in your family?
Barnegat Bay Sailing School (BBSS) is a small, highly personalized Jersey Shore sailing school offering introductory and advanced sailing courses in a safe and enjoyable atmosphere. They are located at Cedar Creek Sailing Center in Bayville, New Jersey. Our constant sea breezes, along with our calm bay waters, make this the ideal setting for learning to sail or enjoying a relaxing sailboat charter.
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BBSS has been awarded the country’s top outstanding sailing school 5 times by the American Sailing Association. The sailing lessons … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Barnegat Bay National Estuaries Week - 09/22/15 11:21 PM
National Estuaries Week will be observed this year from September 19 to 26. Reserves will be hosting numerous fun and educational events throughout the week to build awareness of the important benefits provided by estuaries. 
National Estuaries Week is a terrific opportunity to learn more about estuaries and the perfect excuse to spend time on your local bay. You can take advantage of volunteer opportunities and hands-on restoration in your nearby bay or estuary, participate in a guided walk or boat tour, or simply explore your estuary with family and friends. 
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The National Estuarine Research Reserve System is a … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Natural Resource Center, Waretown NJ - 07/05/15 04:15 AM
“Experience Barnegat Bay” is a unique offering of interactive interpretive programs led by the experienced staff of the Natural Resource Education Foundation of NJ.
Located on 194 acres of diverse coastal habitat, including maritime forest, tidal creeks, salt marshes, a fresh pond and more, The Lighthouse Center is dedicated to teaching individuals about the history of Barnegat Bay. During a visit, guests can take part in nature photography, bird watching, crabbing, fishing and relaxing.
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Programs are held at the DEP Division of Fish and Wildlife’s Lighthouse Center for Natural Resource Education, located along the bayshore in Waretown, Ocean County, NJ. … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Things to do in Ocean County, September 17, 2011 - 09/16/11 11:41 AM
Things to do in Ocean County, September 17, 2011 
Cranberry Harvest, Double Trouble State Park, Pinewald Rd. 10 am - 3 pm. Historic and modern footage of cranberry harvest. Video playing throughout the day. Information: 732-341-4098 or www.njparksandforests.org- BAYVILLE Same Time Next Year, Surflight Theatre, Engleside & Beach. 2 pm & 8 pm. Starring Broadway's John Bolton and TV's Eve Plumb. $ Information: 609-492-9477 or www.surflight.org- BEACH HAVEN/LONG BEACH ISLAND
Surf Fishing Clinic, Island Beach State Park, south end of Route 35. 8 am - Noon. Learn the techniques for successful surf fishing. All fishing equipment and bait is supplied. 10 years … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Things to do Ocean County, August 6, 2011 - 08/06/11 03:46 AM

Summer Dock Concerts: Voodudes, Barnegat Municipal Dock, E. Bay Ave. 7 pm. In case of rain, concerts will be held at the Community Center, 900 W. Bay Ave. Concerts run Saturdays from July 4 - September 10. Information: 609-698-0080 or www.barnegat.net- BARNEGAT
National Lighthouse Day, Barnegat Lighthouse, Broadway. Setup begins at 8 am - 9 am. Part of National Lighthouse-Lightship week and the Old Barney Amateur Radio Club promotes public awareness of ham radio and lighthouses. Fosters camaraderie within the ham fraternity. Information: kc2yaf@comcast.net - BARNEGAT LIGHT
Cranberry Bog Tour, Double Trouble State Park, Pinewald Rd. 10 am. 1-mile to … (2 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Ferry from Tuckerton to Beach Haven, LBI - 08/02/11 04:55 AM

There was a time, a hundred-plus years ago, when one could take a boat from Southern Ocean County to the southern tip of Long Beach Island.  Perhaps we are at the beginning stages of the return of the Tuckerton to Beach Haven Ferry Service...or at least a shuttle.
The next Seaport ferry rides will come this fall, when the county Department of Parks & Recreation plans to loan its pontoon boat to the Seaport during the annual Ocean County Decoy & Gunning Show, Sept. 24 and 25.
The Parks Department also loaned its ferry to the Seaport this past weekend. The ferry … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: "Taxi" Star Judd Hirsch at Surflight Theatre - 07/29/11 11:26 AM

This is the last weekend to see Judd Hirsch at the Surflight Theatre on LBI in ART.
Oscar-nominated, Tony & Emmy Award-winning actor Judd Hirsch stars in Yasmina Reza’s internationally acclaimed, Tony Award-winning comedy ART.
 
Judd Hirsch ("Numb3rs," "Taxi", "Ordinary People," "A Beautiful Mind") directs and stars in this smart and funny play that explores the value and meaning of both friendship and art when a (nearly) all-white painting ignites an escalating argument among three men, threatening to destroy their long friendship. "Ninety-Minutes of Ferocious Fun!"
 
Judd Hirsch is probably best known for his portrayal of Alex Rieger … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: American Legion 14th Annual Barnegat Clam Bake - 07/26/11 04:23 AM

American Legion Post 232, will be hosting its 14th Annual Barnegat Clam Bake on July 30th between 12pm and 5pm. Rain date July 31st
 Tickets can be purchased at the Post or call 609-698-9876
Adults are $30/ after 24th -$35 Ages 13-20 $15 12 & under are free Price includes: Clams, hotdogs, chicken, hamburgers, sausage, corn on the cob, beer, water & soda
For the kids: Petting zoo, pony rides, giant slide, moon bounce, face painting & more.
Entertainment provided by: Shorty Long and the Jersey Horns
The American Legion is a congressionally chartered mutual-aid organization of veterans of the … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Barnegat Bay Fishing Report, June 12, 2011 - 07/12/11 05:34 AM

Just when you "think you know" anything about fish and their behavioral traits, temp ranges, etc and Wham! Schools in and class has begun! This week the charter boat "Reel Fantasea" saw what is probably the best inshore COD FISHING in 20-years! Yes, that's right... CODFISH!... as in the fish that industrialized the world.
Who in their right mind would have ever expected solid cod fishing in July off of our home waters? This week anglers have been targeting some of the offshore wrecks and have been rewarded with nice seabass, fluke, ling, blackfish, ocean pout, and keeper cod. A few fisherman have … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: National Championship Sailing Event on Barnegat Bay - 07/12/11 04:18 AM

Mantoloking Yacht Club (Mantoloking) and Bay Head Yacht Club (Bay Head) are co-hosts for the 2011 U.S. Junior Women's Doublehanded Championship for the Ida Lewis Trophy, a US SAILING National Championship event. Forty teams will race in Club 420s this Tuesday through Thursday, July 12-14 on Barnegat Bay.
Among this year's contenders are Holly Tullo (Staten Island, N.Y.) and her crew Haley Fox (Fort Lauderdale, Fla.). Tullo and Fox attempt to improve on their third place finish in last year's championship. Another returning team is Allyson Donahue (Brigantine, N.J.) and her crew Maddie Widneier (Pipersville, Pa.), who finished tenth last year. Both … (0 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: 3rd Annual Jazzy Scallop Seafood Festival at Barnegat Light - 06/24/11 12:28 PM

In the mood for some good seafood? Look no further than the 3rd Annual Jazzy Scallop Seafood Festival. Held at the historic Viking Village at 19th & Bayview in Barnegat Light from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., this event features fresh seafood prepared by local chefs, cash bar for beer and wine, sushi and raw clam bar, local jazz musicians, a performance by the Surflight Theater and more.
Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 the day of and can be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce in Ship Bottom or at the Viking Village Shoppes in Barnegat Light. Proceeds … (2 comments)

things to do barnegat bay: Barnegat Bay Fishing Flounder Season Opens - 05/05/11 06:27 AM

Water temperatures in Barnegat Bay are on the rise and as a result fishermen in these waters are starting to see more variety in the species available for hook and line.
Barnegat Bay has also seen blues move in. This fish have been reported between 3 to 5 pounds and have worked their way up to the Toms River, the flats behind Island Beach State Park and Bay Head.
The Bay temps have crept up enough to cause the blue claw crabs to come out of their hibernation in the mud. Anglers have been picking up a few them on … (2 comments)

 
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