• Surf Rescue Demonstration @ Sailors Haven

    Meet Fire Island’s finest - our surf guards! Learn about swimming safety and about the techniques and equipment used in surf rescues. For all ages. Lifeguard Stand.

  • Catch of the Day Marine Seining @ Watch Hill

    The Great South Bay is rich with fish and other marine life. Sample the bay creatures with a seine net and explore the bay ecosystem with a park ranger. Water shoes required. For all ages

  • Boardwalk Tours @Watch Hill

    Visit salt marsh, maritime forest and back dune swale on this cross-island nature walk at Watch Hill with a park ranger.

  • Boardwalk Tours @Watch Hill

    Visit salt marsh, maritime forest and back dune swale on this cross-island nature walk at Watch Hill with a park ranger.

  • Boardwalk Tours @Watch Hill

    Visit salt marsh, maritime forest and back dune swale on this cross-island nature walk at Watch Hill with a park ranger.

  • Magical Monarchs @ Watch Hill

    Learn about the fascinating and beautiful monarch butterfly - its unusual life cycle, incredible long-distance migration, and its special relationship with native wildflowers. Dune Station.

  • Seashore Snapper Derby @ Watch Hill

    Fish for snappers (a.k.a. baby bluefish). Prizes for the biggest fish. Bring your fishing pole or use one of ours. For kids ages 7-14 and their caregivers.

  • Doodling on the Deck @ Sailors Haven

    Join a park ranger on the deck of the Visitor Center to learn about the relaxing art of zentangle while exploring the nature of Fire Island. Choose your favorite Fire Island feature and showcase it in a doodle masterpiece. Art supplies provided.

  • Seashore Snapper Derby @ Sailors Haven

    Fish for snappers (a.k.a. baby bluefish). Prizes for the biggest fish. Bring your fishing pole or use one of ours. For kids ages 7-14 and their caregivers.