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Gateway National Recreation AreaThe pristine dunes and beach at Fort Tilden in Spring.
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The Historic Aircraft Restoration Project
(H.A.R.P.) is a National Park Service Volunteer In
Parks program dedicated to preserving the
aviation history of Floyd Bennett Field.
Volunteers, in partnership with the National Park
Service, are doing this by restoring examples of aircraft that once flew from this historic airfield.
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The Historic Aircraft Restoration Project
(H.A.R.P.) is a National Park Service Volunteer In
Parks program dedicated to preserving the
aviation history of Floyd Bennett Field.
Volunteers, in partnership with the National Park
Service, are doing this by restoring examples of
aircraft that once flew from this historic airfield.

State of the Park Reports

These reports showcase the natural, cultural and recreational resources of Gateway National Recreation Area and all the contibuting efforts of the staff, volunteers, friends and partners.

2008
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2006
2005

Permits

In order to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all of our visitors, Gateway National Recreation Area requires permits and in some cases fees for certain individual and group activities. Permits may be park-wide or may pertain to specific park units only. The following information will assist you, but please check with the park for further information or with specific questions. Visit our permit page for details.

*Note - The Breezy Point District 4 wheel drive fishing permits for spring / summer 2009 are sold out. Fall permits will go on sale on September 1, 2009. 2 wheel drive (regular) fishing permits are on sale at all Gateway NRA units. 

Women's Army Corps soldiers crossing out the  

Did You Know?
Did you know that Fort Hancock had an integrated unit in World War II? The 1225th Army Service Unit had African-American soldiers and in 1943 received a group from the Women's Army Corps.
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Last Updated: April 02, 2009 at 17:36 EST