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SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for readings of specially selected books about AMPHIBIANS and enjoy some tasty refreshments!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-2/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T110000
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SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour - REPTILES
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a snack while you listen to readings of two specially selected children’s books about REPTILES! Join Friends of Forsythe volunteer Rae Griffiths for an animated reading of Little Skink’s Tail by Janet Halfmann\, illustrated by Laurie Allen Klein\, and Turtle Splash! Countdown at the Pond by Cathryn Falwell. FREE and all ages are welcome!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-reptiles/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Forsythe":MAILTO:friendsofforsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T100000
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CREATED:20230410T015826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T015913Z
UID:10000025-1682157600-1682166600@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day Cleanup and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day by pitching in to keep your favorite refuge looking great! Bring gloves\, bags\, buckets. Snacks will be provided. Call to register Wednesday-Sunday\, 10AM-2PM.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/earth-day-cleanup-and-celebration/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230404T005245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T010238Z
UID:10000023-1683981000-1683984600@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour - BIRDS and Mother's Day
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for Mother’s Day with specially selected children’s books focusing on BIRDS and Mothers. Friends of Forsythe volunteer\, Rae Griffiths will read You Nest Here With Me by Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple\, illustrated by Melissa Sweet and the classic\, Are You My Mother? by P.D. Eastman. A light snack will be provided. This event is FREE and all ages are welcome!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-birds-and-mothers-day/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Forsythe":MAILTO:friendsofforsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230216T023357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T024656Z
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SUMMARY:Hooked On Fishing\, Not On Drugs Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual fishing derby. Spend time in the great outdoors\, learn about fishing\, then try your luck! For ages 5 – 12 with an adult. More information and registration details to come.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/hofnod/
LOCATION:Patriot Lake Park\, 300 East Jimmie Leeds Road\, Galloway\, NJ\, 08205\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230404T010106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T010106Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour - Father's Day!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Father’s Day with specially selected children’s books focusing on Fathers. Join Friends of Forsythe volunteer\, Rae Griffiths for a reading of And Tango Make Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell\, illustrated by Henry Cole and You Are My I Love You by Maryann K Cusimano\, illustrated by Satomi Ichikawa. Enjoy a light snack with us. This event is FREE and all ages are welcome!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-fathers-day/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Forsythe":MAILTO:friendsofforsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230620
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230216T023512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T023919Z
UID:10000005-1687132800-1687219199@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Fee-Free Day
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy the refuge on Juneteenth and skip the daily entrance fee!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/fee-free-day-2/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230816T234752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T015820Z
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SUMMARY:Holgate Beach Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the annual Holgate clean-up\, Saturday\, September 16.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/holgate-clean-up/
LOCATION:Holgate Beach\, 11 W Lincoln Ave\, Long Beach\, NJ\, 08008\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230924
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CREATED:20230216T023900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T023900Z
UID:10000006-1695427200-1695513599@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Fee-Free Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate our beautiful refuge on National Public Lands Day\, and skip the daily entrance fee!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/fee-free-day-3/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230818T020938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T020938Z
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SUMMARY:Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy & Gunning Show
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Refuge table to purchase Federal Duck Stamps and for information about hunting on the Refuge.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/old-time-barnegat-bay-decoy-gunning-show-2/
LOCATION:Tip Seaman County Park\, 120 Lakeside Drive\, Tuckerton\, NJ\, 08087\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230818T020859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T020911Z
UID:10000033-1695538800-1695571200@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy & Gunning Show
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Refuge table to purchase Federal Duck Stamps and for information about hunting on the Refuge.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/old-time-barnegat-bay-decoy-gunning-show/
LOCATION:Tip Seaman County Park\, 120 Lakeside Drive\, Tuckerton\, NJ\, 08087\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231009
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230816T235532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T235615Z
UID:10000028-1696723200-1696809599@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Fee-free Day
DESCRIPTION:Come visit your favorite refuge for a Fee-free Day to kick-off National Wildlife Refuge Week. Entrance fees waived in celebration of this special week! Visit the National Wildlife Refuge Week website for more information.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/fee-free-day-7/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20231001T201930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T201930Z
UID:10000057-1699180200-1699183800@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for readings of specially selected books about changing autumn leaves and enjoy some tasty refreshments!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-3/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Hour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231112
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20230216T024417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T024417Z
UID:10000008-1699660800-1699747199@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Fee-Free Day
DESCRIPTION:On Veterans Day\, enjoy free entrance to the refuge in honor of the men and women who have served our country.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/fee-free-day-5/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Days
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20231001T202048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231001T202048Z
UID:10000058-1701513000-1701516600@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for readings of specially selected books about the Audubon Christmas Bird Count and animals in winter\, and enjoy some tasty refreshments!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-4/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20240114T223050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T224249Z
UID:10000059-1707561000-1707564600@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for readings of specially selected books about seasons\, Chinese New Year\, and more–and enjoy some tasty refreshments!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-5/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20240114T223151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240114T223151Z
UID:10000060-1709375400-1709379000@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for readings of specially selected books about nature\, and enjoy some tasty refreshments!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-6/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20240309T004026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T004138Z
UID:10000061-1712399400-1712403000@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for readings of specially selected books about rabbits in celebration of spring\, and enjoy some tasty refreshments!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-7/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20241203T145912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T145912Z
UID:10000100-1733580000-1733587200@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Friends of Forsythe NWR 2024 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is not just a meeting; it’s a CELEBRATION of our collective efforts to protect and preserve the incredible wildlife that calls Forsythe home. Your participation is CRUCIAL as we gather to share our successes\, discuss current challenges\, and explore new initiatives that will further our mission of wildlife conservation. Enjoy listening to our featured speaker\, John Hooven\, published photographer\, accomplished writer\, and forester with Cape Atlantic Conservation District.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/friends-of-forsythe-nwr-2024-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20250905T181408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T182248Z
UID:10000105-1757847600-1757854800@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Jitney Tour of the Wildlife Drive
DESCRIPTION:Join an experienced volunteer interpreter for a tour of the 8-mile Wildlife Drive. Learn about the history of the E.B. Forsythe NWR and discover the abundant wildlife that frequents the refuge. The guide will point out birds and other wildlife along the way. This tour is FREE\, but any donations to Friends of Forsythe are always appreciated. Space is limited to 12 riders. Sign up by calling the refuge at 609-652-1665.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/jitney-tour-of-the-wildlife-drive-3-2/2025-09-14/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Forsythe":MAILTO:friendsofforsythe@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20250905T181408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T182248Z
UID:10000112-1758452400-1758459600@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Jitney Tour of the Wildlife Drive
DESCRIPTION:Join an experienced volunteer interpreter for a tour of the 8-mile Wildlife Drive. Learn about the history of the E.B. Forsythe NWR and discover the abundant wildlife that frequents the refuge. The guide will point out birds and other wildlife along the way. This tour is FREE\, but any donations to Friends of Forsythe are always appreciated. Space is limited to 12 riders. Sign up by calling the refuge at 609-652-1665.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/jitney-tour-of-the-wildlife-drive-3-2/2025-09-21/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Forsythe":MAILTO:friendsofforsythe@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20250905T183140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T183140Z
UID:10000115-1758889800-1758897000@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Holgate Beach Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:The refuge and its partners are excited to announce the 2025 Holgate Beach Clean-Up! Join us on September 26\, 2025\, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Holgate Wilderness Area on the southern end of Long Beach Island. We invite everyone to participate in this amazing event. Registration is strongly encouraged but not required. \nOptional link to register for the event =>
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/holgate-beach-clean-up/
LOCATION:NJ
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20250905T183812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T183812Z
UID:10000116-1758956400-1759075200@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:43rd Annual Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy And Gunning Show
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Fosythe National Wildlife Refuge will be attending the 43rd Annual Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy and Gunning Show at Tip Seaman County Park. \n  \n 
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/43rd-annual-old-time-barnegat-bay-decoy-and-gunning-show/
LOCATION:Tip Seaman County Park\, 120 Lakeside Drive\, Tuckerton\, NJ\, 08087\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20250905T182611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T182719Z
UID:10000114-1759055400-1759059000@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Nature Story Hour
DESCRIPTION:It’s Nature Story and Craft Time at the EB Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge! Bring the kiddos to this fun activity on the fourth Sunday of the month. Listen to our volunteer read nature stories\, enjoy a fun craft and take it home with you! We hope to see you there!
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/nature-story-hour-8/
LOCATION:Visitor Information Center\, E.B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
CATEGORIES:Story Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T110111
CREATED:20250905T181408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T182248Z
UID:10000113-1759057200-1759064400@friendsofforsythe.org
SUMMARY:Jitney Tour of the Wildlife Drive
DESCRIPTION:Join an experienced volunteer interpreter for a tour of the 8-mile Wildlife Drive. Learn about the history of the E.B. Forsythe NWR and discover the abundant wildlife that frequents the refuge. The guide will point out birds and other wildlife along the way. This tour is FREE\, but any donations to Friends of Forsythe are always appreciated. Space is limited to 12 riders. Sign up by calling the refuge at 609-652-1665.
URL:https://friendsofforsythe.org/event/jitney-tour-of-the-wildlife-drive-3-2/2025-09-28/
LOCATION:Edwin B. Forsythe NWR\, 800 Great Creek Road\, Oceanville\, NJ\, 08231\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Forsythe":MAILTO:friendsofforsythe@gmail.com
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