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• NMHA Members Reception to celebrate A Weekend in Old Monmouth

  • When
    05/02/2025
  •  
    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Grover House, 930 West Front Street, Red Bank, NJ
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  A Weekend on Old Monmouth

  NMHA Members Reception and Celebration!

  at Grover House, Friday May 2^nd, 2025, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm

  Grover House, a 1730s farmhouse, is on the Weekend in Old Monmouth tour, and the NMHA Board of Trustees welcomes you to a Reception and Celebration at Grover House on Friday, May 2^nd when light refreshments will be available.

  Please RSVP by clicking on 'Register' at the left of your screen and remeber to click "Confirm" at the end to complete your registration.

  Attend any time from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. This is a free event for Members  and we will use the number of registrations to guide our catering requirements. Thank you.

  There is ADA access to the house from the parking lot and an ADA bathroom. 

  The Monmouth County Historical Commission has scheduled A Weekend in Old Monmouth, a self-guided tour of more than 50 historic sites and museums in Monmouth County, for the first weekend in May. We are pleased to announce that Grover House will be open for A Weekend in Old Monmouth on Saturday, May 3rd from 10:00am - 5:00pm and Sunday, May 4th from 12:00 noon to 5:00pm.  Whether you want to volunteer to be a docent at Grover House or learn more about the Grover Family and NMHA, put A Weekend in Old Monmouth on your calendar.
  

  

  Grover House is on the National and New Jersey Registers of Historic Places. Two rooms were renovated ny NMHA volunteers in 2018-2020 to become our main meeting room with a small kitchen and ADA bathroom, (with heat, light, plumbing!). 

  The hallway is being renovated to house a small collection of Grover Family memorabilia and some information on the Grover House structure.

  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.

  

  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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• A Weekend in Old Monmouth OPEN HOUSE

  • Start
    05/03/2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • End
    05/04/2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    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 3^rd from 10:00am to 5:00pm

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

  
  

  Navesink Maritime Heritage Association welcomes you to its Headquarters, the Grover House, during your Weekend in Old Monmouth Tour. Visit 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 merchandise! The building is ADA accessible, including the bathroom, and there is on-site parking.

  
  

  The Monmouth County Historical Commission has scheduled A Weekend in Old Monmouth, a self-guided tour of more than 50 historic sites and museums in Monmouth County, for the first weekend in May. We are pleased to announce that Grover House will be open for A Weekend in Old Monmouth on Saturday, May 3rd from 10:00am - 5:00pm and Sunday, May 4th from 12 noon to 5 pm.  Whether you want to volunteer to be a docent at Grover House or learn more about the Grover Family and NMHA, put A Weekend in Old Monmouth on your calendar. 
  

  
  

  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 New Jersey Legislator.
  

  
  

  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 is being renovated to house a small collection of Grover Family memorabilia, some information on the Grover House structure, and Grover family history. This is a work in progress and will be expanded over time. Also undergoing renovation are the remaining two rooms; one will be a large meeting room and the other NMHA's library and social space

  

  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  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.

  
  

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• NMHA Members Spring Social Cruise

  • When
    05/18/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Depart from and return to Atlantic Highlands Marina
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  NMHA's Spring Cruise for Members and Guests: Sandy Hook Bay & the Navesink Estuary

  
  

  It’s NMHA’s Annual spring excursion, a pilgrimage of sorts! Sightseeing, Birding, and Educational too. A great way to start Summer! We have chartered the NEW Mariner from Classic Boat Rides - bigger, and with two decks, and more inside space!

  Please click the Register button at the left of your screen to join this cruise. Don't forget to hit "confirm" at the end!

  

  The Mariner is located at Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor, 2 Simon Lake Drive, at Pier 5.
  

  Departing at 9:00am prompt on May 18^th, we will cruise into Sandy Hook Bay to spot some birds and other wild life. Maybe also venture into Raritan Bay. We will then run to the mouth of the picturesque Navesink River to see the local marine and bird life there. Bring your binoculars. This cruise is a great way to meet old and new friends!  We will return to Atlantic Highlands at 12 Noon.

  Registration is $39 per NMHA Member and $49 for non-members, including coffee, tea, juice.  Bring your own food/snacks if you wish.  Water, Mimosas, Bloody Marys and beer will be available from the onboard cash bar.

  You must Register to join this cruise Click the Register button at the left of your screen, complete the form and then hit 'confirm'. 

  
  

  Not a member but would like to go on the cruise and also enjoy other NMHA events and activites? Join NMHA HERE and then register for the cruise. Welcome aboard!

  
  

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• Rally for the Rivers Eco-Fest 2025

  • When
    06/07/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Victory Park, River Road, Rumson, NJ

  The 7^th Rally for the Rivers Eco-Fest at Victory Park, Rumson. It's a great event for young kids!

  Saturday, June 7^th 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.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• River Rangers 2025 Canoeing Program: July 21-25

  • Start
    07/21/2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    07/25/2025
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
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    18

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  RIVER RANGERS℠ 2025 - Summer Canoeing Fun on the Navesink

  River Rangers 21^st year!

  This award winning on-the-water canoeing program is for youth age 10-14 and runs from 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 supplied. More 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 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

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• River Rangers 2025 Canoeing Program: July 28-August 1

  • Start
    07/28/2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    08/01/2025
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
  • Spaces left
    8

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  RIVER RANGERS℠ 2025 - Summer Canoeing Fun on the Navesink

  

  River Rangers 21^st year!
  

  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 supplied. More 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 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

  
  

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• River Rangers 2025 Canoeing Program: August 4-8

  • Start
    08/04/2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    08/08/2025
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
  • Spaces left
    13

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  RIVER RANGERS℠ 2025 - Summer Canoeing Fun on the Navesink

  

            River Rangers 21^st year!
  

  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 supplied. More 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 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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