Press Release - Fowler Beach Seasonal Closure

Portions of the Fowler Beach area of Prime Hook National Wildlife Refuge which includes the bay beach, dunes and back-barrier portions will close beginning March 1st for the benefit of federally and state protected beach-nesting and migratory shorebirds, including red knot, piping plover, oystercatcher, least tern and other species.
When visiting Prime Hook NWR during beach-nesting bird season, please remember to obey all posted signs and barriers.
• Dog walking is prohibited.
• Closed areas are subject to change and/or modification at any time.
• The beach area will re-open on October 1st for full visitor use.
For more information, please call (302) 684-8419 or visit Prime Hook’s website: http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Prime-Hook