Summer on the South Shore is calling at Mariners’ Park for a FREE full day event celebrating nature, music, learning, and community spirit. From guided walks (register here) and hands‑on Wild Thing outdoor educational activities to live music, local food, and a spectacular laser guided Sky Tour (register here), South Shore Fest is your chance to explore the rare and beautiful area we love and learn about the people who are helping to protect it.
Bring your curiosity and walk the South Shore at Mariners Park. Follow a gentle, winding path with fun stops that introduce the special places featured on the SSJI South Shore Map. View new SSJI exhibit at Mariner’s Museum with cool Wild Thing items, and more.
Don’t miss Terry Sprague’s presentation at 10:30 AM – Giants & Giants-in-Disguise: The County’s Wildest Wildlife Surprises!
Keep an eye out for a special horizon. Step Into Nature 2026 Raffle … some wonderful prizes are on the Free admission (donations gratefully accepted), rain or shine.
Free admission (donations gratefully accepted), rain or shine—come spend the day with us! Click HERE for more information and to register for guided walks and evening Laser Guided Sky Tour.


