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Gateway National Recreation Area Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge - Terrapin Point
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Gateway National Recreation Area
Your Safety
Sandy Hook Lifeguards and Beach

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Surf Guards and bathers at Gateway's Sandy Hook Unit

Visitor safety is a high priority of all Gateway National Recreation Area and United States Park Police personnel. Ongoing safety programs include:

  • Surfguarding of Park Beaches
  • Wildland Fire Prevention and Suppression
  • Search and Rescue operations
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Ongoing safety and health inspections of park and concessioner facilities

Read "Have a Safe Trip: Enjoying Your National Parks" to learn more about how you can enjoy your national park visit safely.

Read New York State Department of Health Downstate Fishing Advisories 2009 - 2010 to find out about eating the fish that you catch in the park's waters.

Safety For Kids

The Webrangers page has fun ways to learn about visiting your national parks safely! Check out the water safety game here!

 

 

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Aeiral view of the eastern portion of Jamaica Bay

Did You Know?
At approximately 32 square miles and over 13000 acres, Jamaica Bay is the largest natural open space in New York City.
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Last Updated: July 20, 2011 at 08:32 MST