Events

EVENTS 2024
Two Mile Beach Unit Visitor Center
12001 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood Crest

The Visitor Information Center will open for the season on Saturday May 4th and be open every Saturday and Sunday. 
Summer hours will begin Thursday, May 23rd and will be open from Thursday through Mondays until Labor Day. Hours are 9am to 3pm when open.
Closures due to weather will be posted on Facebook.


Hours: Trails open dawn to dusk

VOLUNTEERS: All of our programs as well as the Visitor's Center are run by volunteers.  If you have an interest in joining us, either as a nature walk leader or as a staff member in the Visitor's Center,  please stop by and leave your contact information at the Visitor's Center.  When we are ready to set up our volunteer orientations, someone will reach out to you. 
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EVENTS 2024

Astronomy Night at the Refuge
Saturday May 4th , 8:30 pm
Join us for an informative night of star gazing with NASA Solar System Ambassador, Kevin Beare hosted by Cape May Astro. Learn about the celestial marvels visible in the night sky during this time of the year including details of the constellations, planets, & astronomical events. Whether you are an experienced stargazer or just beginning to explore the universe, our Night Sky Talk promises to be illuminating & memorable for all. The free event is limited to 35 attendees. Register by email  friendsofcapemayrefuge@gmail.com
CLICK HERE for more information!

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Rain Barrel Demonstration

Saturday June 1, 11:00 am
Meet at the Pavillion at the Visitor Center. Learn how to create a rain barrel to conserve water in your yard or home. The Demonstration is free. OR, build a rain barrel to take home. $25.00 includes the barrel and hardware.
Register by email: friendsofcapemayrefuge@gmail.com

CLICK HERE for more information!

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BIKE AND HIKE 
Ride a bike to the Visitor Center from May to September and register your hike in the Visitor Center.  CLICK HERE for more information.  
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Guided Nature Walks at Two-Mile Beach Unit
Saturday 9am from May through October.
A guide will meet you at the Visitor Center each Saturday to explore this hidden gem of an undeveloped barrier island environment along with the variety of birds that nest and migrate finding shelter and food sources in the multifaceted habitat. No registration needed.
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Please CLICK HERE to See a List of All Spring Events!

In the refuge daily
Trails open daily dawn to dusk all year
Surf Fishing October through march
Birding All Year
Photography
Plein Air Painting
Nature Journaling

In the visitor Center
Jr. Ranger Activity and Badge
Bike and Hike Activity Registration
Bug Boxes – and Identify Small Insects
Nature Craft and Color Pages
Touch Table
Nature Gift Store