Saving Horseshoe Crabs with Conservationist Dave Grant

There is no animal more maligned and at the same time more worthy of attention than the horseshoe crab, join us to learn more.

By Sandy Hook Foundation

Date and time

Wednesday, June 18 · 5:30 - 7:30pm EDT

Location

Spermaceti Cove Life-Saving Service Station

Spermaceti Cove Life-Saving Service Station Middletown Township, NJ 07732

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

SAVING HORSESHOE CRABS WITH EDUCATOR AND CONSERVATIONIST DAVE GRANT

There is no animal more maligned and at the same time more worthy of attention than the horseshoe crab.

Join us on June18th to celebrate Horseshoe Crabs and study this amazing resident of Sandy Hook, its important ecological role in our waters, and its remarkable medical value to humans. After an introductory presentation, we will take a bayside walk to search for these extraordinary creatures.

The walk will depart from the 1894 Spermaceti Cove USLSS Station, located on the ocean side between Lots D & E. Participants should dress for the weather and wear shoes to walk on the beach.

Our program leader Dave has presented teacher-training materials in every coastal state and overseas. He is currently the Conservation Director at the Shark Research Institute in Princeton, NJ, and is the former Director of the Brookdale College Ocean Institute at Sandy Hook. When not teaching or researching, Dave spends his summer breaks working as crew, lecturer, and scientist-in-residence on NOAA expedition vessels and on winter breaks on expedition cruises in Antarctica.

Frequently asked questions

What should I wear?

The evenings can be cool on Sandy Hook. Please dress for a walk on the beach and bring a layer in case it gets chilly.

Do I have to pay the park entrance fee?

No, you do not have to pay the fee at the gate. Please tell the gate rangers that you are heading to the program sponsored by the Sandy Hook Foundation at the lifesaving station.

Where should I park?

You may park at the north end of Lot D and walk up the boardwalk to Spermaceti Lifesaving Station.

Organized by

Sandy Hook Foundation

The Sandy Hook Foundation is the official non-profit partner of the National Park Service's Gateway Recreation Area at Sandy Hook, NJ. Our mission is to protect and preserve the natural and cultural resources of Sandy Hook while, at the same time, working to enhance the visitors experience while in the park.

$12.45Jun 18 · 5:30 PM EDT