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Dune Ecology Series to be Held at Two Mile Beach

 

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WILDWOOD CREST – How did our barrier islands get here? What unique animals and plants live there? How has the ecology of the dunes changed over the last two centuries, and what does the future hold for them? Get answers to these questions and many more Sept. 21, Sept. 28, or Oct. 5 at 10 a.m., at a program of free, family-friendly, multimedia and hands-on explorations of the barrier island ecosystems at the Two Mile Beach Unit of the Cape May National Wildlife Refuge.
These programs will explore how the dunes and barrier islands are formed, and focus on the animals and plants that live between the water’s edge and the first set of dunes. We’ll focus on the plants and animals of the dune shrublands and maritime forest, and discuss the future challenges to these unique ecosystems. These free programs, led by Dr. Ralph Boerner, will combine a dynamic lecture presentation and field trips through the dunes. Families with children are always welcome
Register now for any of these programs, which are limited to 20 participants, by emailing info@friendsofcapemayrefuge.org. Meet in the Visitor Contact Station, 12001 Pacific Ave (Ocean Drive) in Wildwood Crest. The trails are well-maintained and easy to walk, and some are wheelchair accessible. Dress for the weather. Free loaner binoculars are available. You may wish to bring bug spray, sunscreen and water. Heavy rain will cancel these evenst.

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