If you would like to extend your day in the area and find out more about the local culture and flavors, these events might be of interest to you. They are great for family trips and most are free. For fast access, select a month from the Calendar menu.

Date	Event	Location
April
April 5 Friday	Canoe / Kayak the Wading River Starts at 9:00 a.m. Please join us for a Sierra Club Water Sentinels trash cleanup as we paddle 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Participants receive an H2O t-shirt. Rentals are available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Call George and Leona at 609.259.3734 or email leona@pineypaddlers.com	Hawkin Bridge on the Wading River Chatsworth, NJ 08019
April 10 Wednesday	Walk In The Woods Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner is continuing her free monthly program. Explore the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meeting location will be provided when you register. Bring lunch to eat along the way. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Heavy rain cancels. Insect repellent suggested. Call 609.296.1114 for details.	Bass River State Forest 762 Stage Road New Gretna, NJ 08224
April 20 Saturday	Starwatch at Batsto Astronomy Presentation and Star Watch from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Conducted by: The Willingboro Astronomical Society. Free Admission. For info call 609.567.4559. Bring a flashlight and insect repellent.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
April 20 Saturday	Earth Day Challenge 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participate in cleanup hikes, learn about marking a mountain bike trail. Bring insect repellent, gloves and a hat.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
April 21 Sunday	Earth Day Celebration 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Nature talks during walks and other family fun activities.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
April 27 Saturday	Pinelands First Flowers Hike Starts at 10:00 a.m. Travel from 2 - 4 miles in search of spring flowers.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
May		↑
May 4 Saturday	Canoe / Kayak the Wading River Starts at 9 a.m. Our annual paddle is 10 miles from Hawkin Bridge to Beaver Branch. Boats can be rented from Micks. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Call George & Leona at 609.259.3734 or email leona@pineypaddlers.com.	Hawkin Bridge on the Wading River Chatsworth, NJ 08019
May 5 Sunday	Atsion Antique and Flea Market Day Sponsored by the Indian Mills Historical Society. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Antiques, food, civic groups and more. Free Admission. Call Joe at 609.268.0688 for information.	Atsion Recreation Area Route 206 North Hammonton, NJ 08037 609.268.0444
May 12 Sunday	Decoy Show Handcarved decoys, model boats, clothing, dogs and supplies from many outfitters. Outdoor show. Find more about it here.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
May 18 Saturday	Ladies Slippers & Laurel Pinelands Hike From 10:00 a.m. Average distance is 2 - 4 miles.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
May 28 Tuesday	Walk In The Woods Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner is continuing her free monthly program. Explore the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, slow-paced hike from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meeting location will be provided when you register. Bring lunch to eat along the way. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Heavy rain cancels. Insect repellent suggested. Call 609.296.1114 for details.	Bass River State Forest 762 Stage Road New Gretna, NJ 08224

June		↑
June 1 Saturday	National Trails Day at Wharton State Forest Join us for our trail upkeep workday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring insect repellent.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
June 1-2 Saturday-Sunday	South Jersey Canoe and Kayak Classic Basic canoeing and kayaking, canoe camping, kayak rolling, assisted rescues, birding and eco tour paddling are some of the activities that will be offered at this free event.	Ocean County Park Route 88 Lakewood, NJ 08701 609.971.3085
June 2 Sunday	Canoe / Kayak the Oswego River Starts at 10 a.m. See carnivorous pitcher plants and bladderworts during our 8-mile trip from Lake Oswego to Harrisville Lake. Boats can be rented from Micks. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation. Call George & Leona at 609.259.3734 or email leona@pineypaddlers.com.	Oswego Road to Oswego Lake Chatsworth, NJ 08019
June 2 Sunday	Barnegat Bay Festival Free family event with local environmental exhibitors, craft and food vendors, live music, puppet shows, children's crafts, activities and boat rides on the Barnegat Bay. Info.	Wanamaker Complex Island Heights, NJ 08732 732.270.0272
June 19 Sunday	Canoeing / Kayaking Skills Refresher on Lake Oswego Begins at 9 a.m. New and beginning paddlers are welcome. Knowledgeable paddlers from the Sierra Club will share information about equipment, safety practices, self-rescue, paddling techniques and efficiencies. We'll practice on the lake during the day. Boats can be rented from Micks. Contact leaders to confirm your participation. Call George & Leona at 609.259.3734 or email leona@pineypaddlers.com	Oswego Road to Oswego Lake Chatsworth, NJ 08019
June 22 Saturday	Starwatch at Batsto Astronomy Presentation and Star Watch from 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Conducted by: The Willingboro Astronomical Society. Free Admission. For info call 609.567.4559. Bring a flashlight.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
June 22 Saturday	Whitesbog Blueberry Festival 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Celebrate all things blueberry at Historic Whitesbog Village, birthplace of the cultivated blueberry. Family Festival Fun. $7@carload. Website.	Historic Whitesbog Village 120-34 Whitesbog Road Browns Mills, NJ 08015 609.893.4646
June 23 Sunday	Red, White and Blueberry Festival Antique car show, arts and crafts, incredible food, children's rides, strolling entertainers, live music and blueberries in every form imaginable. Starts at 10:00 a.m. Fireworks at Hammonton Lake Park at 7 p.m. Web site.	Hammonton Middle School Liberty Street and Fairview Avenue Hammonton, NJ 08037 609.561.9080
July		↑
July 9-15 Tuesday-Sunday	Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Festival Parade, music, food concessions, amusement rides, and church services celebrate Italians safe journey to America and a successful harvest by giving praise and thanks.	St. Joseph's Church Third and French Streets Hammonton, NJ 08037 609.561.0180
July 20 Saturday	Red Wine and Blues Festival Come listen to some great blues music. Try some of the best wine and food New Jersey has to offer. Bring your beach chairs. From 3:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are $20.00.	Tuckerton Seaport Museum 120 West Main Street Tuckerton, NJ 08087 609.296.8868
July 23 Tuesday	Starwatch at Batsto Astronomy Presentation and Star Watch from 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Conducted by: The Willingboro Astronomical Society. Free Admission. For info call 609.567.4559. Bring a flashlight.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
August		↑
August 3 Saturday	Public Star Watch 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Open to everyone. Sponsored by Willingboro Astronomical Society and Wharton State Forest. Note: ADA accessible. Visit the website. Bring a flashlight.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
August 17 Saturday	Starwatch at Batsto Astronomy Presentation and Star Watch from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Conducted by: The Willingboro Astronomical Society. Free Admission. For info call 609.567.4559. Bring a flashlight.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310

September		↑
September 9 Sunday	Toms River Canoe and Kayak Race Sixteen team or solo canoe and kayak races. Prizes awarded. Begins at 9:30 a.m. Call 609.971.3085 for more information. Free transportation.	New Toms River Bridge Parking lot on Irons Street Toms River, NJ 08757 609.971.3085
September 13-15 Friday-Sunday	Battle of Cedar Bridge Includes Civil War battle and encampment, historic buildings, children's rides, food court, juried craft fair, day long concerts and contemporary night concert.	Lake Manahawkin Route 72 and Route 9 Manahawkin, NJ 08736 609.597.5947
September 28 Saturday	National Public Lands Day at Wharton State Forest Join us for our trail upkeep workday.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
September 28-29 Saturday-Sunday	Decoy and Gunning Show From 7:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free admission. Contests include: Skeet Shooting, Decoy Carving, Retrieving, Duck and Goose Calling, Gunning Displays, Model Boats, Art & Photography, and more. Free Shuttle Bus Parking at the Pinelands Regional High School, Tuckerton Seaport, and Freedom Fields County Park.	Tip Seaman County Park Tuckerton Seaport Pinelands Regional H. S. Tuckerton, NJ
September 29 Sunday	Antique, Glass and Bottle Show From 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by South Jersey's Antique Bottle & Glass Club, Inc. For more information please contact Paul at 609.567.4972.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
October		↑
October 5 Saturday	Fall Forestry Festival Come to Fall Forestry Festival to meet Smokey Bear, Woodsy Owl, and Treeture the Squirrel. Other activities offered include pumpkin painting, hikes through the pinelands forest, birdhouse building, crafts, and hayrides. Link to Web site.	Forest Resource Center 370 East Veterans Highway Jackson, NJ 08527 732.928.2360
October 5 Saturday	Pine Barrens Jamboree Bring your chairs and enjoy the music under the Jamboree Tent. Featuring the sounds of the Jersey Pines, traditional crafts of the Pines, nature and history programs, kids programs and Piney Vittles. See Smokey Bear and the Jersey Devil. Free Admission and Shuttle Bus.	Wells Mills County Park Route 532 Waretown, NJ 08758 609.971.3085
October 12-13 Saturday-Sunday	Chatsworth Cranberry Festival Many artists & craftsmen, some of which will also be demonstrating their crafts as well as displaying them for sale. Cranberry bog tours, food court, more. Admission to the festival is free. Web site.	Downtown Chatsworth Chatsworth, NJ 08019 609.726.9237
October 20 Sunday	Country Living Fair There will be crafts, exhibits, music, old-time engines & cars, food, antiques, pony rides, farm equipment, chain-saw art, quilting, and more. Information link.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310
October 27 Sunday	Haunting the Pines Halloween at Batsto. This event is for children 12 years old and younger with parents and will be held from 12 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Batsto web site.	Historic Batsto Village Route 542 Batsto, NJ 08037 609.561.7310