William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Lighthouse: National Lighthouse Day

Make a Lighthouse Craft. Suggested donations for crafts.

Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Sailors Haven: Explore the Sunken Forest

Join a ranger to explore Fire Island National Seashore’s amazing Sunken Forest. Learn about the different trees and wildlife, and what makes this globally rare maritime forest so special.  Meet at the Visitor Center at 10:30 AM.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island. Access by private boat, or by public ferry from Sayville/Sailors Haven Ferry, River Road, Sayville, New York. 

Watch Hill: Explore the Salt Marsh Nature Trail

Join a ranger to explore the Nature Trail that winds through salt marsh, swale and maritime forest. Learn about the importance of the salt marsh habitat and what makes the forest unique.  Meet at the Visitor Center at 11:30 am.

Watch Hill, Fire Island. Access by private boat or public ferry from Patchogue/Watch Hill Ferry Terminal, 150 West Avenue, Patchogue, New York. 

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Watch Hill: Seining in the Great South Bay

Discover the fascinating creatures that inhabit the waters and bay bottom of the Great South Bay. Join a ranger for a seining adventure and explore this habitat firsthand. Water shoes required. Meet at Salt Marsh Station.

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Sailors Haven: Seining in the Great South Bay

Discover the fascinating creatures that inhabit the waters and bay bottom of the Great South Bay. Join a ranger for a seining adventure and explore this habitat firsthand. Water shoes required. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Sailors Haven: Explore the Sunken Forest

Join a ranger to explore Fire Island National Seashore’s amazing Sunken Forest. Learn about the different trees and wildlife, and what makes this globally rare maritime forest so special.  Meet at the Visitor Center at 10:30 AM.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island. Access by private boat, or by public ferry from Sayville/Sailors Haven Ferry, River Road, Sayville, New York. 

Watch Hill: Explore the Salt Marsh Nature Trail

Join a ranger to explore the Nature Trail that winds through salt marsh, swale and maritime forest. Learn about the importance of the salt marsh habitat and what makes the forest unique.  Meet at the Visitor Center at 11:30 am.

Watch Hill, Fire Island. Access by private boat or public ferry from Patchogue/Watch Hill Ferry Terminal, 150 West Avenue, Patchogue, New York. 

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Lighthouse: Kids Lighthouse Crafts

Crafts on the terrace. Suggested donations for crafts.

Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Public Workshop: Fire Island Lighthouse-Kismet: Exploring Access and Connectivity Opportunities

 Join us for informational community workshops to explore access and connectivity opportunities between communities. We will explore ideas to link communities with formal pathways from Fire Island Lighthouse to Kismet and Cherry Grove to Fire Island Pines. Increased ped......More

 Join us for informational community workshops to explore access and connectivity opportunities between communities. We will explore ideas to link communities with formal pathways from Fire Island Lighthouse to Kismet and Cherry Grove to Fire Island Pines. Increased pedestrian use within these areas has led to new challenges ensuring visitor safety, accessibility, and resource protection. Through these workshops, participants may engage in the planning process. The diverse perspectives of community members and the public will inform our next steps. Participants are encouraged to bring a smartphone to the workshop to participate in an interactive activity. This workshop will be held at the Kismet Firehouse.

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

William Floyd Estate: Old Mastic House Exhibit Viewing

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for ......More

See the new Old Mastic House 2026 exhibit celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding. Visitors will see objects on display from all eras of the Estate's history, from the colonial period until the 20th century.The Old Mastic House will be open for exhibit viewing Wednesday-Sunday from 9:00 AM until 4:30 PM. Visitors interested in seeing the Old Mastic House exhibit should check in with staff at the house’s front porch upon their arrival to arrange an entry time. Slots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No visitors will be admitted to the exhibit past 4:30 PM.

245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY. From the parking area, walk east on the boardwalk to the Old Mastic House and check in with a ranger on the front porch.

Lighthouse: Amateur Radio Lighthouse Weekend

Join the Great South Bay Amateur Radio Club as they set up their radios to communicate with other HAM radio operators around the world.

Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.

Watch Hill: Seashore Snapper Derby

For anglers ages 6 to 15. Sign-up starts at 10:30 am, with the last fish measured at 2:30 pm. Prizes for the biggest fish! A limited number of fishing poles are available to use, and bait will be provided.

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Sailors Haven: Explore the Sunken Forest

Join a ranger to explore Fire Island National Seashore’s amazing Sunken Forest. Learn about the different trees and wildlife, and what makes this globally rare maritime forest so special.  Meet at the Visitor Center at 10:30 AM.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island. Access by private boat, or by public ferry from Sayville/Sailors Haven Ferry, River Road, Sayville, New York. 

Watch Hill: Explore the Salt Marsh Nature Trail

Join a ranger to explore the Nature Trail that winds through salt marsh, swale and maritime forest. Learn about the importance of the salt marsh habitat and what makes the forest unique.  Meet at the Visitor Center at 11:30 am.

Watch Hill, Fire Island. Access by private boat or public ferry from Patchogue/Watch Hill Ferry Terminal, 150 West Avenue, Patchogue, New York. 

Watch Hill: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. 

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

William Floyd Estate: Nature Journaling

Nature journals help you record outdoor observations and thoughts. Join this guided walk on the Estate grounds and document your experiences through writing or drawing. Materials will be provided, or you may bring your own.

William Floyd Estate. 245 Park Drive, Mastic Beach, NY 11951

Watch Hill: Seining in the Great South Bay

Discover the fascinating creatures that inhabit the waters and bay bottom of the Great South Bay. Join a ranger for a seining adventure and explore this habitat firsthand. Water shoes required. Meet at Salt Marsh Station.

Watch Hill Salt Marsh Station. Watch Hill, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Patchogue Ferry Terminal, 160 West Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772.

Sailors Haven: Seining in the Great South Bay

Discover the fascinating creatures that inhabit the waters and bay bottom of the Great South Bay. Join a ranger for a seining adventure and explore this habitat firsthand. Water shoes required. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

Wilderness: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish. There is a fee for parking at Smith Point County Park.

Southern terminus of William Floyd Parkway. Parking is available at Smith Point County Park (Fee).

Sailors Haven: Tank Talk & Fish Feeding

Experience life in the Great South Bay by exploring the aquariums in the visitor center. Discover what it takes to survive, test water conditions, and take part in feeding the fish.

Sailors Haven Visitor Center. Sailors Haven, Fire Island, NY. Take private boat or ferry from Sayville Ferry Terminal, 41 River Road, Sayville, NY 11782 (Fee for Parking).

Lighthouse: 250 / 200 Celebration Evening Series: The Erie Canal and Our Lighthouse

Join author and Fire Island Lighthouse volunteer Angela Reich as she tells the connection of the completion of the Erie Canal to the need to build a lighthouse on Fire Island. Limited occupancy, donations accepted.

Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.

Lighthouse: Evening Tower Tour

Watch the sunset from a new perspective, at the top of the Fire Island Lighthouse. Bring a flashlight for your walk back to the parking field. $15 for FILPS members/$25 for non-members. Reservations Required. Sunset 7:50 pm.

Fire Island Lighthouse. Parking is available at Robert Moses State Park Field 5. Walk east 0.6 miles on boardwalk to the Lighthouse.