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Upcoming events

    • 03/20/2024
    • 18:30 - 20:00
    • Bahrs Landing Restaurant, 2 Bay Ave, Highlands, NJ
    • 155
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    PresentationEmma Spreckels - The Surfer Girl of Asbury Park by Vincent J Dicks.         

    At Bahrs Landing Restaurant and on Zoom.

    Open 6:30pm, Presentation 7:00pm

    Is Emma Spreckels the mysterious Sandwich Island girl, the "Gay Queen of the Waves," who put on a surfing exhibition in Asbury Park in 1888, possibly the first of its kind on the East Coast? Vincent will tell us the story of this legendary New Jersey surfing pioneer. 

    The daughter of sugar tycoon Claus Spreckels, Emma was raised in San Francisco and Hawaii. She came to the East Coast in 1888 just as she was coming of age, and learning the true nature of her father.

    After four years of research, author Vincent Dicks of Sea Girt believes he found the likely surfer, and she is the subject of his new novel, Forsaken Kings: Emma Spreckels, The Surfer of Asbury Park. 

    6:30pm Coffee and Cookies. 7:00 Presentation. 7:45 Q&A.  8:00 Close

    Please Register at the left of your screen for In-Person attendance at Bahrs Landing Restaurant in Highlands or via Zoom

    About Vincent J Dicks 

    Making Sea Girt his hometown, Vinnie has been researching history since 2000 when he wrote Who are These People, a private history of seven generations of his Newfoundland relatives. In 2017, he published Sea Girt the Last Town at the Jersey Shore, a history of the town and the broader New Jersey Shore. In 2019, he completed The Women Who Saved Spring Lake, a celebration of the female entrepreneurs who built and preserved this jewel of a community. In 2022, he completed Forsaken Kings, his first historical novel, telling the story of Emma Spreckels, the daughter of the Sugar King Claus Spreckels. Vinnie also is available for research assessments, author support, and house and property histories.

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging Eastern Monmouth County with maritime and water related historical, skill building, environmental, and recreational activities, and encouraging responsible use of the Navesink estuary through its Discover, Engage, and Sustain approach

    • 04/17/2024
    • 18:30 - 20:00
    • To be announced

    We are working on the subject and location for our April presentation, and will post details and welcome registration as they are set.  As usual we will welcome our audience both in person and via Zoom.


    • 05/04/2024
    • 10:00
    • 05/05/2024
    • 16:00
    • Grover House, 930 West Front Street, Red Bank, NJ 07701

    A Weekend in Old Monmouth at Grover House

    930 West Front Street, Red Bank, NJ

    OPEN HOUSE

    Saturday May 4th from 10:00am to 5:00pm

    Sunday, May 5th from 12:00 noon to 4:00pm


    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association welcomes you to its Headquarters, the Grover House, during your Weekend in Old Monmouth ToursVisit this historic 1730s farmhouse to learn about the home’s history and present use, and how historic preservation goes hand in hand with community projects.


    There will be tours of the house, coffee, and you can purchase NMHA imerchandise! 

    The building is ADA accessible, including the bathroom.

    NMHA Trustees, NMHA members, and volunteers, have renovated two rooms to become the main meeting room and a small kitchen and ADA bathroom, (all with heat, light, plumbing!). The hallway will be renovated to house a small collection of Grover Family memorabilia and some information on the Grover House structure and family history. This is a work in progress and will be expanded over time. The current project is the renovation of the main living room to become a library, social center, and relaxing space.

    Grover House is on the National and New Jersey Registers of Historic Places, and successive generations of the Grover family played important roles in the founding of Monmouth County as farmers and traders, including one who became the first clerk of Middletown Township, and another a NJ Legislator.








    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging Eastern Monmouth County with maritime and water related historical, skill building, environmental, and recreational activities, and which encourages responsible use of the Navesink estuary through its Discover, Engage, and Sustain approach.


    • 06/01/2024
    • 09:00 - 12:30
    • Victory Park, River Road, Rumson, NJ

    The 6th Rally for the Rivers Eco-Fest at Victory Park, Rumson. It's a great event for young kids!

    Saturday, June 1st from 9:00am to 12:30pm

    This gathering of environmental and ecology-friendly organizations will entertain and inform you and your children through fun projects and activities throughout the morning.

    Organized by Clean Ocean Action and the Rumson Environmental Commission to focus on keeping our local rivers and creeks healthy, this is the fifth Eco-Fest to be held in Victory Park.


    It's free and open to everyone. 

    Bring your kids for some fun at the NMHA Table and visit all the other organizations as well.

    Victory Park is at 

    1 Lafayette St, Rumson, NJ 07760

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging Eastern Monmouth County with maritime and water related historical, skill building, environmental, and recreational activities, and encouraging responsible use of the Navesink estuary through its Discover, Engage, and Sustain approach.




    • 07/22/2024
    • 08:30
    • 07/26/2024
    • 13:30
    • Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
    • 20
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    RIVER RANGERS 2024 - Summer Canoeing Fun on the Navesink

    This award winning on-the-water program for youth age 10-14 continues this summer, Monday through Friday, 8.30 AM to 1:30 PM, under the direction of experienced leaders/ counselors, Courtney and Pierre.

    Age range is 10 (must be emotionally mature) to 14 (leadership qualities expected).

    Participant MUST be able to swim. Canoes, paddles, life vests, and expert supervision suppliedMore information HERE.

    Please click on "Register" at the left of your screen to register and pay

    Maximum capacity is 20 paddlers each week on a first-come basis with payment confirming the registration.

    Price is $300 per paddler ($275 for children of NMHA Members) and includes five mornings with canoe, life vest, paddle, and a River Rangers T-Shirt.

    River Rangers are led by experienced counsellors and visiting bird and other experts enliven and educate.

    Paddlers should bring lunch, water, snacks, sunscreen, etc. Exact start and end locations and joining instructions will be provided one week before the event date.

    Questions? Email RiverRangers@gmail.com

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging Eastern Monmouth County with maritime and water related historical, skill building, environmental, and recreational activities, and encouraging responsible use of the Navesink estuary through its Discover, Engage, and Sustain approach

    • 07/29/2024
    • 08:30
    • 08/02/2024
    • 13:30
    • Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
    • 19
    Register

    RIVER RANGERS 2024 - Summer Boating Fun on the Navesink

    This award winning on-the-water program for youth age 10-14 continues this summer, Monday through Friday, 8.30 AM to 1:30 PM, under the direction of experienced leaders/ counselors, Courtney and Pierre.

    Age range is 10 (must be emotionally mature) to 14 (leadership qualities expected).

    Participant MUST be able to swim. Canoes, paddles, life vests, and expert supervision suppliedMore information HERE.

    Please click on "Register" at the left of your screen to complete the Registration and Payment process.

    Maximum capacity is 20 paddlers each week on a first-come basis with payment confirming the registration.

    Price is $300 per paddler ($275 for children of NMHA Members) and includes five mornings with canoe, life vest, paddle, and a River Rangers T-Shirt. 

    River Rangers are led by experienced counsellors and visiting bird and other experts enliven and educate.

    Paddlers should bring lunch, water, snacks, sunscreen, etc. Exact start and end locations and joining instructions will be provided one week before the event date.  

    Questions? Email RiverRangers@gmail.com

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging Eastern Monmouth County with maritime and water related historical, skill building, environmental, and recreational activities, and encouraging responsible use of the Navesink estuary through its Discover, Engage, and Sustain approach


    • 08/05/2024
    • 08:30
    • 08/09/2024
    • 13:30
    • Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
    • 18
    Register

    RIVER RANGERS 2024 - Summer Boating Fun on the Navesink

    This award winning on-the-water program for youth age 10-14 continues this summer, Monday through Friday, 8.30 AM to 1:30 PM, under the direction of experienced leaders/ counselors, Courtney and Pierre.

    Age range is 10 (must be emotionally mature) to 14 (leadership qualities expected).

    Participant MUST be able to swim. Canoes, paddles, life vests, and expert supervision suppliedMore information HERE.

    Please click on "Register" at the left of your screen to complete the

    Registration and Payent Process


    Maximum capacity is 20 paddlers each week on a first-come basis with payment confirming the registration.

    Price is $300 per paddler ($275 for children of NMHA Members) and includes five mornings with canoe, life vest, paddle, and a River Rangers T-Shirt.

    River Rangers are led by experienced counsellors and visiting bird and other experts enliven and educate.

    Paddlers bring lunch, water, snacks, sunscreen, etc. Exact start and end locations and joining instructions will be provided one week before the event date. 

    Questions? Email RiverRangers@gmail.com

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association

    Navesink Maritime Heritage Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging Eastern Monmouth County with maritime and water related historical, skill building, environmental, and recreational activities, and encouraging responsible use of the Navesink estuary through its Discover, Engage, and Sustain approach


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