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• Public Presentation: New Jersey’s Revolutionary Rivalry, the untold story of Colonel Tye and Capt. Huddy

  • When
    03/18/2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Bahrs Landing Restaurant, 2 Bay Avenue, Highlands, NJ
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  Public Presentation: New Jersey's Revolutionary Rivalry, the 

  Untold Story of Col. Tye & Capt. Huddy by Rick Gerffken

  Wednesday, March 18^th at Bahrs Landing Restaurant, Highlands.

  6:30pm: Coffee and cookies  7:00pm: Presentation  8:30pm Close

  Please click on "register" at the left of your screen

  Zoomers must register by 6:00pm on 3/18/26 to receive an access link. 

  Please note that $5.00 non-Member Zoomers fee is to help

  cover Zoom website costs. Thank you.

  The intriguing and little-known story of the Revolutionary War conflicts between a runaway slave called Col. Tye fighting for the British and his Patriot foe.

  

  Runaway British fighters  >>

  << Col. Huddy being taken from prison.

  The extralegal hanging of militia Capt. Joshua Huddy in Highlands, New Jersey created an international incident when George Washington resolved to hang a British P.O.W. in retribution. 

  
  

  These incidents threatened the success of the Paris Peace Treaty talks which were saved by the intervention of the Queen of France, Marie Antoinette.

  
  About Rick Geffken

  Rick Geffken is a well known of local historian and author. In 2023, he was recognized for historical contributions by The Monmouth County Historical Association and the Monmouth County Clerk for his efforts in the preservation and knowledge of Monmouth County history. The Monmouth County Genealogy Society awarded Rick the Barbara Carver Smith Distinguished Service Award in 2025.

  A former U.S. Army officer and Viet Nam veteran, Rick retired from a career with Hewlett-Packard. He earned a BS from St. Peter’s University, a Teaching Certificate from Monmouth University, and an MA from Montclair State University. Rick’s books include:

  The Story of Shrewsbury Revisited, 1965-2015

  Lost Amusement Parks of the North Jersey Shore

  Hidden History of Monmouth County

  To Preserve & Protect, profiles of people who recorded the history and heritage of Monmouth County, New Jersey

  Stories of Slavery in New Jersey.

  New Jersey’s Revolutionary Rivalry, the Untold Story of Col. Tye vs. Capt. Huddy

  

  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.

  Contact: myhumphreys@gmail.com

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• Public Presentation-Birds of the Navesink

  • When
    04/16/2026
  •  
    7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Triumph Brewery, 1 Bridge Ave, Red Bank. NJ
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  Public Presentation: Birds of the Navesink by Lindsay McNamara

  Thursay, April 16^th at Triumph Brewery, 1 Bridge Ave, Red Bank, NJ.

  6:30pm: Coffee and cookies  7:00pm: Presentation  8:30pm Close

  Please click on "register" at the left of your screen

  Zoomers must register by 5pm on 4/16/26 to receive an access link. 

  Please note that $5.00 non-Member Zoomers fee is to help

  cover Zoom website costs. Thank you.

  Learn from an experienced naturalist how to start identifying birds of the Navesink on your own, about great spots in the region for birding (including what you can expect to find), and what makes a location a great area for bird activity.

  This multimedia presentation will get you excited to look in your neighborhood, local park or backyard for our area’s exceptional range of migratory and year-round birds.

  Lindsay will also draw on her experience supporting bird banding research to share insights into how concerned community members are using science to learn about, monitor, and protect birds.

  About Lindsay

  Lindsay McNamara has been birding since she was nine years old when she saw her first Great Blue Heron along the Raritan River.

  She has led bird walks since 2018 for groups like American Littoral Society, Bergen County Audubon Society, National Audubon Society, New Jersey Audubon Society, NJ Emerging Conservation Professionals, Raritan Headwaters Association, and Raven Crest Botanicals in New Jersey, New York, and Virginia.

  Lindsay has also taught virtual birding classes and has recently stepped out on her own to create Beachy Birder Adventures LLC. She is a Certified Access Birding Outing Leader, Reiki Level 1 certified, a member of the Mindful Birding Network and Birdability’s Captains Conservation Corps. Lindsay is always looking to engage new birders in her lifelong passion and her favorite bird is the one she’s looking at!

  

  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.

  Contact: myhumphreys@gmail.com

  
  

  
  

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• River Rangers 2026 Canoeing Program: Week 1 July 27-31

  • Start
    07/27/2026
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    07/31/2026
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
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  RIVER RANGERS℠ 2026 - Summer Canoeing Fun on the Navesink

  River Rangers 22^nd 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. Please click on "Register" at the left of your screen to register and pay. More information HERE

  

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

  Price is $275 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 2026 Canoeing Program: Week 2 August 3-7

  • Start
    08/03/2026
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    08/07/2026
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
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  RIVER RANGERS℠ 2026 - Summer Canoeing Fun on the Navesink

  

  River Rangers 22^nd 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. Please click on "Register" at the left of your screen to complete the Registration and Payment process. More information HERE. 

  

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

  Price is $335 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 2026 Canoeing Program: Week 3 August 10-14

  • Start
    08/10/2026
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • End
    08/14/2026
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Navesink River and Swimming Rivers
  • Spaces left
    18

  Register

  RIVER RANGERS℠ 2026 - Summer Canoeing Fun on the Navesink

  

            River Rangers 22^nd 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. Please click on "Register" at the left of your screen to complete the Registration and Payent Process. More information HERE

  
  

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

  Price is $325 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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