Nearly 400 folks turned out for River Barge Park Day on Saturday, which celebrated the opening of the Meadowlands Commission's latest park — a 5.5-acre riverside park in Carlstadt.

The day featured free guided tours of the park, free pontoon boat rides, free birding with experts, and free kayak lessions.

We also saw nearly 40 species of birds throughout the day (full list to be posted later this week, schedule willing).

(Thanks to all who participated!)