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The Flowerpot Brood - A Wildlife Biography - Science Saturday

The Flowerpot Brood - A Wildlife Biography - Science Saturday

WHAT ARE SCIENCE SATURDAYS? Science Saturday at the LBIF tackles today’s most pressing scientific, environmental, and sustainability issues that directly affect our shore community and the Barnegat Bay. Science Saturdays are interactive and informative hands-on presentations in an informal atmosphere.

On Saturday, February 16, 2019 join the LBIF for Science Saturday, starting at 11:00 a.m. Presenters: Ben Wurst, Conserve Wildlife NJ and Jim Verhagen, Wildlife Photographer & Blogger Ben Wurst and “Northside Jim” will tell you about the creatures where they live. Lots of pictures and a lively Q & A will make this a fun and valuable session. Northside Jim is a bird enthusiast with some outrageous and whimsical pictures showing the lives of local wildlife that live on the Island. Ben Wurst is the osprey expert who takes care of LBI’s ospreys and their habitats and captures stunning images of both in their most intimate moments.

Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm

Fee: $5, Free to LBIF Members

For more information, visit the LBIF website or call (609) 494-1241.

The Southern Regional High School Fishing Flea Market

The annual fishing flea market fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, February 16th, 2019. Held in the Southern Regional Middle School cafeteria, the doors open at 8:00 AM and continues through 2:00 PM. This fundraiser offsets the cost of our club events including several inshore trips for bluefish, stripers & sea bass, surf fishing trips, meetings, seminars and instruction, and our annual offshore canyon trip for tuna and swordfish. The SRHS Fishing Club provides a truly unique experience for our young anglers. We thank you for your continued support! Admission is $4.00 and free for kids under 12.

Admission is $4. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult. All proceeds benefit the Southern Regional High School Fishing Club.

Southern Fishing Show
Morning Seminars start at 9am

15th Annual Super Plunge

Join the St. Francis Coummunity Center for the 15th Annual Super Plunge on Super Bowl Sunday, February 3, 2019 at 1:00pm!

Are you part Polar Bear? Do you have what it takes to brave the icy cold Atlantic Ocean in February? Save the date and meet us on the 48th Street beach (in Brant Beach), and be home in plenty of time for the big game! Plungers should bring with them their courage, bathing suit, towels, blankets and whatever else is needed to warm-up after the ocean dip. Costumes of all kinds are also encouraged.

Sponsored by St. Francis Community Center. All proceeds to benefit St. Francis Community Center & Southern Regional High School Swim Teams.

Pre-Registration is required. $30 per person, $15 per student Register at St. Francis Community Center Event Schedule:
Saturday, February 2: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM; T-shirt/wristband pick-up and late registration (St. Francis Community Center)
Sunday, February 3: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM; T-shirt/wristband pick-up and late registration (St. Francis Community Center)
1:00 PM – Plunge Time (48th Street, Brant Beach)
1:05 PM – Post Plunge Warm-Up at St. Francis Community Center Gym. Free refreshments. Prizes awarded for most funds raised, oldest and youngest plunger, best costume, and more.

For more information, call (609) 494-8861

Using Shellfish in Living Shorelines - Science Saturday

We have heard about sea level rise, but what can we do about it?

WHAT ARE SCIENCE SATURDAYS?

Science Saturday at the LBIF tackles today’s most pressing scientific, environmental, and sustainability issues that directly affect our shore community and the Barnegat Bay. Science Saturdays are interactive and informative hands-on presentations in an informal atmosphere.

On Saturday, January 26, 2019 join the LBIF for Science Saturday, starting at 11:00 a.m. Presenter: Rick Bushnell, ReClam the Bay will present an informative lecture about how a number of municipalities around the bay are planning projects that use shellfish to stabilize the shoreline and, since they are living, will grow up as the water comes up. where they will discuss what birds can be found in Southern New Jersey every month of the year.

Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm

Fee: $5, Free to LBIF Members

For more information, visit the LBIF website or call (609) 494-1241.

Carving Class – Black-Bellied Plover

Join carver Andrew Tonnesen to learn basic knife carving, safety, sanding, and painting techniques at the Tuckerton Seaport. At the end of this two day class, you will take home your very own Black Bellied Plover decoy! All supplies are provided, so bring a smile and prepare to enjoy your day. This is a beginner level course, no experience necessary! This class is not suitable for students under 11 years old.

Date: January 26, 2019
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $75 – $85

Tuckerton Seaport is located at 120 West Main Street in historic Tuckerton and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission for this event is $5/person. Additional parking will be available at Tip Seaman County Park. For more information, please call 609-296-8868 or go to www.TuckertonSeaport.org.

Cold Weather Pet Tips

Keep your pets safe this winter. When bathing your dog during the winter months, make sure they are completely dry before taking them outside for a walk.

Keep your cats indoors. Cats can freeze in cold weather without shelter.

Protect the Paws - Use Pet-Guard Ice & Snow Melt. It is safe for pets & paws, children, lawns, and plants. Green-tinted crystals are easy-to-see when applied on ice and snow. Environmentally friendly. 100 percent salt free granules.

To learn more about Pet-Guard Ice and Snow Melt and Tuckerton Lumber, please visit them at their Long Beach Island LBI store at 200 N Long Beach Boulevard in Surf City New Jersey, (609) 494-2111 or on the mainland at 138 Railroad Avenue Tuckerton New Jersey 08087, (609) 296-1131

Science Saturday - The Coastal Resilience Puzzle

On Saturday, January 19, 2019 join the LBIF for Science Saturday, starting at 11:00 a.m. Presenter Lisa Auermuller will present the Coastal Resilience Puzzle.

WHAT ARE SCIENCE SATURDAYS?
Science Saturday at the LBIF tackles today’s most pressing scientific, environmental, and sustainability issues that directly affect our shore community and the Barnegat Bay. Science Saturdays are interactive and informative hands-on presentations in an informal atmosphere.

What are the pieces & how do they fit? Jacques Cousteau’s strong partnerships with local communities, state agencies, and NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management positioned it well to put federal adaptation tools and decision support frameworks to work for the state. Lisa brings a unique insider’s perspective to this topic. Since the Getting to Resilience technical assistance project launched in 2013, almost 60 New Jersey communities have put it to work as they seek to reduce vulnerability and increase preparedness through planning, mitigation, and adaptation.

Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm
Fee: $5, Free to LBIF Members!

For more information, visit the LBIF website or call (609) 494-1241.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

It's time for us to take a much needed break from the action. Thank you for stopping by, be sure to visit us again in mid January 2019.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Flood Watch December 21, 2018

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a Flood Watch
326 AM EST Fri Dec 21 2018

Including the cities of Freehold, Sandy Hook, Trenton, Pennsville, Glassboro, Camden, Cherry Hill, Moorestown, Mount Holly, Jackson, Millville, Hammonton, Cape May Court House, Ocean City, Atlantic City, Long Beach Island, Wharton State Forest, Reading, Media, Philadelphia, Honey Brook, Oxford, West Chester, Kennett Square, Collegeville, Pottstown, Norristown, Lansdale, Chalfont, Perkasie, Morrisville,
and Doylestown

326 AM EST Fri Dec 21 2018

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...

* Through late tonight

* Storm total rainfall of 2 to 3 inches, with locally higher amounts possible.

Detailed Forecast

Today
Rain and possibly a thunderstorm before 2pm, then showers likely between 2pm and 4pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 61. Breezy, with a south wind 14 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 34 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.

Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight, then a slight chance of showers between midnight and 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. Breezy, with a south wind around 22 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

For more information and up to date conditions in your area visit, www.weather.gov/

Historic Smithville Park

Celebrate the Holiday Season at Historic Smithville Park complete with a visit from St. Nick, who will arrive in the afternoon. Festivities will include ice carving demonstrations, tours of Smithville Mansion decorated for the holidays, carolers, live music, kids’ activities, and a holiday marketplace where you can purchase unique gifts. Expect to see Victorian performers, activities, re-enactors and vendors during this holiday event.

The Historic Smithville Mansion will be fully decorated and open for tours all afternoon. Carolers sing your holiday favorites throughout the park. Stop by for some s'mores and hot cocoa by the fire. Lookout for that grinchy Grinch! Event is FREE!

For more information, please call (609) 265-5858