Ocean County Leader

FREE Things to do this Weekend. No registration required. All ages unless otherwise noted.

JAKES BRANCH COUNTY PARK***Live Animal Talks***February 26Come in and meet the animals of Jakes Branch County Park. Visitors will get an up-close look at the parks inhabitants and learn about each species. Talks will last approximately 20 minutes. LOCATION: Nature Center, Jakes Branch County Park, Beachwood TIME: 1:30 pm***Discovery Nature Walks***February 26Join a park naturalist on these brief but informative nature walks through Jakes Branch Park. Weather permitting. Walks will not exceed 30 minutes. LOCATION: Nature Center, Jakes Branch County Park, Beachwood TIME: 2:00 pm

***Drop In and Discover***February 25What will you discover about nature when you drop by and join us for a FREE activity and craft? LOCATION: Nature Center, Jakes Branch County Park, Beachwood TIME: 1:30 – 3:00 pm, ongoing AGE: 3 - 5 years

CATTUS ISLAND COUNTY PARK Cattus Island Nature Walks: “Winter Birds” February 25 & 26Be a part of a 40-year Ocean County tradition! Join a park naturalist and follow in the footsteps of such legendary local environmentalists as A. Morton and Betty Cooper, Dorothy Hale and Pete McLain. Be prepared to discover the fascinating and diverse wonders of the natural world. LOCATION: Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River TIME: 2:00-3:00pm

CEDAR BRIDGE TAVERN: Tour of the Grounds at Cedar Bridge February 25Step back in time and walk the Cedar Bridge grounds with parks staff. Each stop along the way feature different historical or environmental topics. Tours will begin and end at the Cedar Bridge Tavern. Walking shoes required! LOCATION: Cedar Bridge Tavern, Cedar Bridge County Park, Barnegat TIME: 1:30 - 2:00 pm

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