For adults and children ages 7 and up; bring flashlight, insect repellent and stick for roasting marshmallows; limit 25 people. Fee: FREE but pre-registration required.

Sponsored by Bass River State Forest.

Explore the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at the Lake Absegami breezeway. Be advised the closest restroom is at the Forest Office on your way to the lake.

Bring lunch and eat at the historic Civilian Conservation Corps rain shelter or continue back to your vehicle. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Rain cancels

For more information and to register contact the Bass River State Forest Office at (609) 296-1114.

Explore the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at the Lake Absegami breezeway. Be advised the closest restroom is at the Forest Office on your way to the lake.

Bring lunch and eat at the historic Civilian Conservation Corps rain shelter or continue back to your vehicle. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Rain cancels.

For more information and to register contact the Bass River State Forest Office at (609) 296-1114.

Exertion: easy to moderate. Hike a nature trail through a variety of habitats such as a white cedar swamp, pine plantation, and a pine barrens lake community as we discover the plants and animals unique to this natural area. The hike will be about 5 miles at a pace of approx. 3 mph (moderate pace).

Sponsored by Jacques Cousteau Coastal Center

Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner is continuing her free monthly "Wednesday Walk-in-the-Woods" program at Bass River State Forest. Explore the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at the Lake Absegami breezeway. Be advised the closest restroom is at the Forest Office on your way to the lake.

Bring lunch and eat at the historic Civilian Conservation Corps rain shelter or continue back to your vehicle. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Rain cancels.

For more information and to register contact the Bass River State Forest Office at (609) 296-1114.

Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner is continuing her free monthly "Wednesday Walk-in-the-Woods" program at Bass River State Forest. Explore the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at the Lake Absegami breezeway. Be advised the closest restroom is at the Forest Office on your way to the lake.

Bring lunch and eat at the historic Civilian Conservation Corps rain shelter or continue back to your vehicle. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Rain cancels.

For more information and to register contact the Bass River State Forest Office at (609) 296-1114.

Volunteers needed for a 1,500 native shrubs planting at a restoration site inside Bass River State Forest. Please bring work gloves, wter, insect repellent and sun screen. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.

For Directions: Call the Bass River State Forest at 609-296-1114

For More Information: www.conservewildlifenj.org or contact Ben Wurst at 609-628-2103 or ben.wurst@conservewildlifenj.org

"Pinelands 101: An Introduction to the natural and cultural resources of New Jersey's Pinelands" is the first program of our 2010 "Twilight in Bass River State Forest" evening program series. "Pinelands 101" is being presented by Joel Mott of the NJ Pinelands Commission on June 5, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.

This free, hour-long family program will discuss why and how the NJ Pinelands Commission protects these important resources. The program is being held at the Lake Absegami Beach Complex, Bass River State Forest. Please bring something to sit on. Heavy rain cancels.

For more information or to get a complete "Twilight in Bass River State Forest" event schedule please contact the forest office at (609) 296-1114.

"Find Your Happy Place" by volunteering at Bass River State Forest's National Trails Day volunteer event.

Join Bass River State Forest staff and volunteers on Sunday, June 6 to celebrate the 18th Annual National Trails Day by improving trails at New Jersey's First State Forest.

This year's theme "Find Your Happy Place" reminds people that some of our favorite places are outdoors in local parks and forests and that it's good to "give back" to keep them clean and usable. Projects include marking trails, trimming trails, cleaning exhibit panels, cleaning up around the Civilian Conservation Corps camp trail and other projects.

Meet at the Forest Office at 9:00 a.m. Bring work gloves, water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Snacks will be provided during the event and hot dogs will be served at the end at 1:00 p.m.

This is a great project for scouts and other students to get community service credit.

To register please contact the forest office at (609) 296-1114.

"Get Outdoors New Jersey - Geocaching New Jersey's First State Forest", a hands-on program on June 12 at 6:30 p.m. This program will be held at the Interpretive Center at Bass River State Forest. Registration is requested.

For more information or to get a complete "Twilight in Bass River State Forest" event schedule please contact the forest office at (609) 296-1114.

"Get Ourdoors New Jersey - New Jersey's black bears" with a family movie and campfire on June 19 at 7:00 p.m. This program will be held at the Interpretive Center at Bass River State Forest. Registration for this programs is requested.

For more information or to get a complete "Twilight in Bass River State Forest" event schedule please contact the forest office at (609) 296-1114.

The Chair on Every Roof Loop highlights include Batsto Village, Wharton State Forest, Bass River State Forest, Stafford Forge WMA, an the House with the Chair on the Roof!

8 miles, moderate pace. Meet 9:30am in parking lot at ranger station Bass River. We will hike through the pines and mountain laurel. Scenic view of the river and a parkway way toll booth!! Bring snacks and drink for the hike lunch will be near the end of the hike near the cabins. Leaders: Toni, 609-652-0112 and Jan, 609-404-4990

Moderate pace 8 miles. Roads and trails through the park. Bring the usual, lunch will be a little late at the picnic tables in the park near the end of the hike. Meet in the parking lot at ranger station at 9:30 am.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey

Led by Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner. FREE. Explore Bass River State Forest in the fall on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike from 10AM to 1PM. Meeting location will be provided upon registration. Bring lunch to eat along the way. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Heavy rain cancels. Insect repellent suggested. For more information and to register contact the Bass River State Forest Office at (609) 296-1114.

Hike 6-7 miles moderate pace. An OCSJ tradition. Hike in Bass River SF area , then come back for hot dogs from the grill. Bring your own beverage. hot water will be provided. Bring snack or dish to share.Chefs, Chris Denneler cdenneler157@yahoo.com (856) 461-5379 and Pat Burton camperpat@hotmail.com (856) 767-8064 Hike Leaders Toni and Jan

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey.

Celebrate Earth Day by exploring the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike. Bring lunch (optional), beverage and insect repellant, heavy rain cancels.

Registration requested- Contact: Forest Office at 609.296.1114

Remember the lives of both of these expert birders and gentlemen while we search the forest for spring migrants with Fred Lesser of the Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department.

Bring beverage and insect repellant, heavy rain cancels. Registration requested.

Celebrate Spring by exploring for early wildflowers in Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike led by Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner. Bring lunch (optional), beverage, and insect repellant, heavy rain cancels. Cameras encouraged. Reservation requested.

Celebrate National Trails Day 2011 by volunteering at Bass River State Forest

Bass River Twp. - During this International Year of Forests, join Bass River State Forest staff and volunteers on Sunday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to celebrate the American Hiking Society's 19th Annual National Trails Day by improving trails at New Jersey's First State Forest.

Our earth is made up of natural ingredients like rivers, mountains, lakes, deserts, and plains and National Trails Day is a time to get outside and celebrate those natural surroundings. The theme for National Trails Day 2011, "Made With All Natural Ingredients", encourages all Americans to get outside, connect with local outdoor clubs, businesses, community groups, and parks and recreation departments as well as federal land managing agencies to experience, appreciate and celebrate the natural places where we can find a spread of scenery, a plateful of peace, and a heap of happiness and health.

Projects include marking trails, trimming trails, cleaning exhibit panels, cleaning up around the Civilian Conservation Corps camp trail and other projects.

Meet at the Forest Office at 9:00 a.m. Bring work gloves, water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Snacks will be provided during the event and hot dogs will be served at the end of the project at 1:00 p.m.

This is a great project for scouts and students to get community service credit.

To register please contact the forest office at (609) 296-1114.

Volunteer naturalist Michele Cooklin is leading a free moonlight hike on Saturday, July 9. Meet at the Lake Absegami Beach Complex by 8:15 p.m. for this two-mile hike on flat terrain.

Learn about the affects of fire on the forest, the significance of cedar swamps and listen for wildlife of the night. The hike should conclude by 9:45 p.m.

This program is available to the first 25 people who register at the Forest Office. Participants should be over the age of 7 and wear shoes or hiking boots. Insect repellent and flashlight is suggested.

For a 2011 summer program schedule or to register please contact the Forest Office at (609) 296-1114.

Wednesday Walk in the Woods. FREE; preregistration requested. Bass River State Forest. Note: 5-mile to 7-mile walk on flat ground, fast pace; bring drink and lunch

Wednesday Walk in the Woods. FREE; preregistration requested. Bass River State Forest. Note: 5-mile to 7-mile walk on flat ground, fast pace; bring drink and lunch

Wednesday Walk in the Woods. FREE; preregistration requested. Bass River State Forest. Note: 5-mile to 7-mile walk on flat ground, fast pace; bring drink and lunch

meet at Bass River State Forest, 762 Stage Rd, Tuckerton, NJ

8 miles moderate pace. We will hike several trail and roads through the park. We will have some great view of the parkway and some very quiet areas. If there is snow the roads are plowed so we should be able to get 5 miles in. In parking lot in front of the office. Lunch is near end of hike so bring a snack for the trail

Leader: Toni (6 0 9) 652-0112

Wednesday Walk in the Woods. FREE; preregistration requested. Bass River State Forest. Note: 5-mile to 7-mile walk on flat ground, fast pace; bring drink and lunch

Wednesday Walk in the Woods. FREE; preregistration requested. Bass River State Forest. Note: 5-mile to 7-mile walk on flat ground, fast pace; bring drink and lunch

Bass River Twp. – Join Bass River State Forest staff and volunteers on Sunday, June 3 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to celebrate the American Hiking Society’s 20th Annual National Trails Day by improving trails at New Jersey’s First State Forest.

Our earth is made up of natural ingredients like rivers, mountains, lakes, deserts, and plains and National Trails Day is a time to get outside and celebrate those natural surroundings. The theme for National Trails Day 2012, “National Trails Day® …America’s Largest Trailgating Party!”, encourages all Americans to get outside, connect with local outdoor clubs, businesses, community groups, and parks and recreation departments as well as federal land managing agencies to experience, appreciate and celebrate the natural places where we can find a spread of scenery, a plateful of peace, and a heap of happiness and health.

Volunteer assignments include marking trails, trimming trails, cleaning exhibit panels, cleaning up around the Civilian Conservation Corps camp trail and other projects.

Meet at the Forest Office at 9:00 a.m. Bring work gloves, water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Hot dogs and chips will be served at the end of the project at 1:00 p.m.

This is a great project for scouts and students to get community service credit.

To register please contact the forest office at (609) 296-1114.