Winter Seal Walk Dates Set at Cupsogue

Seal walks at Cupsogue Beach are back.

The Coastal Research & Education Society of Long Island has announced its schedule for the winter walks, which start on Dec. 23.

The society's one-mile walks, which last about 2 hours, provide an opportunity to see harbor and gray seals up close.

Those species are historically abundant in Long Island waters, but in recent years, the society said, there have been spotting of rare “arctic” species such as harp, hooded, and ringed seals.

The walks, which are suitable for children, start at the western end of the Cupsogue parking lot and participants are asked to arrive 15 minutes early.

Pre-registration is required for the walks and can be made online by clicking here or by calling (631) 244-3352. There is a suggested donation of $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. All donations will be used to support the society.

The following is the Seal Walk Schedule: 

• Dec. 23, 9 a.m.

• Dec. 29, noon

• Dec. 30, 1 p.m.

• Jan 6, 7 a.m.

• Jan 12, noon

• Jan. 13, 12:30 p.m.

• Jan 26., 11 a.m.

• Jan. 27, noon

• Feb. 9, 11 a.m.

• Feb. 10, noon

• Feb. 23, 10 a.m.

• Feb. 24, 10:30 a.m.

• March 9, 10 a.m.

• March 10, noon

• March 23, 9:30 a.m.

• March 24, 10:30 a.m.

• April 6, 9:30 a.m.

• April 7, 10:30 a.m.

• April 20, 8:30 a.m.

• April 21, 9 a.m.

• May 4, 8:30 a.m.

• May 5, 9 a.m.

• May 11, 1 p.m.

• May 12, 2 p.m.