Event Calendar
Disclaimer: The events shown in this calendar are hosted by a variety of different environmental organizations and non-profits. Jersey City Birds is not affiliated with all of them.
August Foraging Hike at High Mountain Park Preserve
Join Sierra Club’s August foraging hike as you learn to identify the striking flowers of High Mountain Park Preserve, along with methods of responsibly harvesting them!
September Foraging Hike at Wanaque Reservoir Trails
Come along Sierra Club’s September foraging hike as you learn about goldenrod and autumn olive! You’ll leave knowing how to both identify and use the two plants in their respective ways.
Explore the Estuary
Come on a hands-on adventure at Caven Point Beach! Explore the amazing wildlife of the Hudson River Estuary and wade in the water!
Nature Walk @ Lincoln Park West
Join Jersey City Birds and NPSNJ on a nature walk at Lincoln Park West! Walk along the historic nature trail, look out for birds, and discuss the many native plants and trees along the way.
Intentional Hike at Campgaw Mountain Reservation
Reconnect with yourself and the wisdom of nature with this intentional, meditative hike at Campgaw Mountain Reservation! Mindfully explore the diverse woodland habitats while self-reflecting and having deep conversations with new friends.
July Foraging Hike at Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area
Come along Sierra Club’s hike at Pyramid Mountain’s natural historic area, where you’ll be able to trek through some of the park’s 1600 acres of forests and wetlands!
City of Water Day
City of Water Day is a day of free, family-friendly events situated around New Jersey and New York City! Join at various locations across the two states for countless exciting activities, including free kayaking, hands-on science lessons, birdwatching, and more!
Low Tide Beach Walk
Walk with Liberty State Park for a beach walk and scavenger hunt! Explore Caven Point Beach at low tide and enjoy the different activities prepared for all ages.
Explore the Estuary
Come on a hands-on adventure at Caven Point Beach! Explore the amazing wildlife of the Hudson River Estuary and wade in the water!
Nature Walk & Craft: Insects
Interested in insects? There’s so much to know about the natural world of insects that some of us don’t even notice! Join the NJDEP on a walk to look for some common garden insects and then make an insect craft to take home with you!
Nature Walk on the Secaucus Greenway
Join Sierra Club NJ on a leisurely stroll through the Meadowlands, with the Hackensack River to the west and the marshland to the east! There are two sections along this 2-mile trail, but anyone can turn around halfway if needed.
Horseshoe Crab Walk
Horseshoe crabs are starting to lay eggs again, so join the NJ DEP and learn about the important roles they play in the natural world!
Nature Walk @ Lincoln Park West
Join Sierra Club and Jersey City Birds on a nature walk at Lincoln Park West! Walk along the historic nature trail and witness the beautiful spring migration.
Earth Day at D&R Canal State Park
Celebrate Earth Day at the D&R Canal State Park, where you’ll be able to partake in countless free activities such as planting wildflowers, going on scavenger hunts, and even dissecting owl pellets!
Woodcock Walk
Join the Bergen County Audubon Society on their evening Woodcock Walk at the Teaneck Creek Conservancy!
Marsh Birding
Walk with the Feminist Bird Clubs of Jersey City & NYC at the parking lot next to the Great Kills Park maintenance complex, where they’ll be on the lookout for gulls, horned larks, weird ducks and gannets!
Winter Wildlife Walk
Explore winter wildlife with Liberty State Park’s Naturalists on this hike, where you might spot some seals!
Winter Buds Walk
Come to Liberty State Park’s Nature Center to embark on a Nature Buds Walk, where you’ll learn about the intricacies of how buds form into trees! Meet at 11:00 AM at 275 Freedom Way.