Posted in NY Post Jersey Shore beach roped off to protect nesting birds just in time for Memorial Day weekend May 23, 2026 A pair of American Oystercatchers made their home on the sand in Belmar — and environmental officials are prohibiting beachgoers from trespassing in the area to protect them and their eggs https://nypost.com/2026/05/23/us-news/large-stretch-of-jersey-shore-beach-roped-off-to-protect-birds-ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend/