New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce the 2023 Sandcastle Contest at Hither Hills State Park. The contest will be held each Thursday beginning June 29 through August 31, 2023. Sand sculptors may use sand, water, and any other natural materials native to the beach.
Prizes are provided by the Natural Heritage Trust, the program’s sponsor. Each week’s prizes will be awarded for the best sculptors and castles in several categories.
Registration is held each Thursday 9:30AM at Hither Hills State Park Visitors Center. A $10.00 Vehicle Use Fee will be in effect.
Event Schedule:
Registration-9:30am
Build Time-9:30 am-10:30 am Judging-10:30 am
Awards Ceremony-11:00 am -12pm
For further information, please call Hither Hills State Park at (631) 668-2554.
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