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June 30, 2009
Celebrate the Signing of Declaration of Independence at William Floyd Estate
Celebrate the anniversary date of William Floyd's signing of the Declaration of Independence. Join the ranger for a half-hour chat about the life and accomplishments of one of New York`s four signers, who actually placed his signature on this document on August 2, 1776. William Floyd was born in the Old Mastic House, now a part of the William Floyd Estate at Fire Island National Seashore.

June 09, 2009
Still Time to Register for Fire Island Trek
The Fire Island Trek was initiated as part of Fire Island National Seashore's 40th anniversary celebration in 2004. Programs along the way allow trekkers to see up close the diverse resources within the park's boundaries. This year, a one-day Twilight Trek will be offered on June 25, and the three-day trek will be September 9-11, 2009.

June 08, 2009
New Rip Current Awareness Posters at Fire Island National Seashore
Because rip currents are the leading surf hazard, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Park Service (NPS) have teamed up to sponsor Rip Current Awareness Week, June 7-13, with the theme "Break the Grip of the Rip®." More than 50 posters have been placed at Fire Island National Seashore beaches and access points to the Seashore.

May 29, 2009
Horseshoe Crab Programs at Fire Island National Seashore
Learn more about these fascinating arthropods as they come ashore to spawn.

May 22, 2009
Piping Plovers Return to Fire Island; Symbolic Fencing/Monitoring Expanded with Beach Nourishment Projects
A Federally threatened, New York State endangered bird species, the piping plover, has returned to Fire Island. Symbolic fencing and additional protective measures have been expanded this year, where beach nourishment projects were conducted in 2009.

May 04, 2009
Migratory Bird Programs at William Floyd Estate on May 9 and 17
In honor of International Migratory Bird Day, Fire Island National Seashore is offering special three- hour ranger- guided tours on Saturday, May 9, and on Sunday, May 17, at 9:00 a.m. at the William Floyd Estate in Mastic Beach. “Bird Watching in the Fields and Woods of the William Floyd Estate” provides an opportunity to observe spring migration at one of the park’s best birding spots.

April 23, 2009
Science Conference on May 11-12
Fire Island National Seashore is hosting its seventh biennial science conference on May 11 and 12, 2009. Registration is required by May 4 for this informative 2-day workshop.

April 07, 2009
National Park Week Activities April 18-26
Fire Island National Seashore celebrates National Park Week with a "March for Parks" hike at the Fire Island Lighthouse, ranger-guided hikes into the Fire Island Wilderness and William Floyd Estate, and a full afternoon of National Junior Ranger Day activities.

April 02, 2009
Permit for Fire Island Beach Nourishment Project Extended Through April
Fire Island Community Short-term Storm Protection beach nourishment project, which began on Fire Island in late January and was projected to be completed by March 31, has been extended through April 25, 2009.

March 30, 2009
Deer 4-Poster Study to Continue at Fire Island National Seashore
Research permit has been issued to New York State Department of Conservation to continue tests of deer 4-poster tickicide device in communities within boundaries of Fire Island National Seashore.

March 23, 2009
Volunteer Recruitment at Fire Island National Seashore on March 28
Learn about this year's opportunities for volunteer service at Fire Island National Seashore. Positions available for indoor and outside work at Fire Island Lighthouse, Watch Hill, Sailors Haven, and more.

March 01, 2009
Programs This March at Fire Island National Seashore
Fire Island National Seashore is offering several special programs and guided tours to help you learn about its resources and enjoy your park. Special programs in March 2009 (Womens History Month) will be held at the Fire Island Lighthouse, Wilderness Visitor Center, and the William Floyd Estate.

January 23, 2009
Winter Programs at Fire Island National Seashore This February
Although most park facilities are closed during the winter months, Fire Island National Seashore offers several opportunities for guided tours to help you learn about its resources and enjoy your park. Special programs in February 2009 will be held at the Fire Island Lighthouse, Wilderness Visitor Center, and the William Floyd Estate.