Events

Two Mile Beach Unit Visitor Center
12001 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood Crest

VOLUNTEERS: All of our programs as well as the Visitor's Center are run by volunteers.
If you have an interest in joining us, either as a nature walk leader or as a staff member in the Visitor's Center, stop by and leave your contact information at the Visitor's Center.  When we are ready to set up our volunteer orientations, someone will reach out to you.  
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SPRING EVENTS 2026

Spring has sprung and longer sun-drenched days beckon us outdoors!

Here’s what’s coming up:
Saturday March 28th
BEACH CLEANUP
Time: 12-3pm
New Location: Heather Avenue, next to Wildwood Crest Fishing Pier
With the early influx of migratory seabirds already active on our Two Mile Beach Unit, we will be joining volunteers from Love Blue, Inc for a spring cleanup at a local Crest beach (Heather Ave) instead of disturbing the breeding activities of our bird friends. 

Saturday, April 18th from 10-3
EARTH DAY CELEBRATION AT THE ZOO
We're excited to once again be part of the annual Earth Day festivities at the Zoo! Be sure to swing by our booth. We’ll have plenty of giveaways including free local native seeds and plants to kickstart your garden, engaging environmental games for all ages and complimentary books. 

Saturday, April 25th  11 AM - 12:30
"NEW" VOLUNTEER DAY MEET AND GREET
Ever wondered how you can make a real difference?  Join us to learn about becoming a volunteer at the Refuge. If you can spare just three hours a week, you'll be joining a friendly community of like-minded people dedicated to preserving our natural treasures.

Starting Saturday, May 2nd: ( Weekends Only)
Our Refuge Store at the Visitor Center will officially open its doors for the season (opening full-time starting in June)

Also beginning May 2nd our free, family-friendly Saturday Nature Walks at Nine (9am) will return. These guided walks are a fun way to discover the Refuge’s hidden wonders. (binoculars provided)

Spring Migration is already unfolding before our very eyes! welcome back to our beloved Piping Plovers and American Oystercatchers. They're quite busy these days performing their elaborate courtship dances, choosing their perfect mates and scouting out the ideal spots to build their nests right on our beautiful beach.

Speaking of our beach, remember that the Two Mile Beach Unit will soon be closing  to the public from April 1st until October 1st. This crucial measure helps us protect the countless nesting birds that call our shores home during this period.