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1. How can I obtain a permit for a picnic at a town facility?

Permits are issued for Smithtown residents only. You must be over 21 years of age. A valid driver’s license is needed to prove residency. Fees:

Camping & Picnic Permits

Camping and Picnic permits will be issued, based upon availability, to town residents over the age of 21. Permits must be applied for in person at the Smithtown Department of Parks:
100 East Main Street
Kings Park, NY

Call first at (631) 269-1122.

Picnic permits are issued after January 1 for events between May 1 and the 1st weekend of October at Hoyt Farm , and for events between May 1 and September 30 for the following parks and beaches:

• Brady Park
• Callahan's Beach
• Schubert's Beach
• Short Beach
• Veterans Memorial Park

Picnic Fees

Schubert Beach and Hoyt Farm Pavilion

• 11 to 50 People - $125.00
• 51 to 100 People - $250.00
• People Exclusively Under Pavilion Schuberts - $350.00
• 101 to 200 People - HOYT - $350.00
• 201 to 300 People - $450.00
• 301 to 400 People - $550.00
• 401 to 500 People Whole Picnic Area Schuberts - $650.00

Small Pavilion (Water View)

• 11 to 25 People - $100.00

Picnic Areas - No Pavilion

• 11 to 50 People - $100.00
• 51 to 100 People - $150.00
• 101 to 200 People - $250.00
• 201 to 300 People - $350.00
• 301 to 400 People - $500.00

Camping Fees Up to 10 People - $35.00

Non Resident Vehicle Parking Fees

• $12 per vehicle per day at Town Parks (only if you are attending a "Group Outing" with a resident who acquired a permit)

Camping permits are issued for weekends only. Camping dates are between Memorial Day weekend and September 16 at Short Beach and between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend at Callahan's Beach.

Non Resident Vehicle Parking Fees at Town Beaches

$12.00 per vehicle per day (only if you are attending a "Group Outing" with a resident who acquired a permit).

NOTE:Excludes Short Beach as there is no non-resident parking available.

Carnival Attractions

Due to liability restrictions carnival type attractions and/or apparatus (i.e. dunk tanks, bouncing tents, animal rides, etc.) are strictly prohibited in town facilities.

Cash or check only.

2. How do I obtain a camping permit?

Camping is available at two Smithtown beaches. Short Beach and Callahan's Beach for weekends only. The permit is for up to 10 people and the fee is $30 per night. Non-residents can park vehicles overnight for a $12 per car fee at Callahan's Beach if you are attending a “Group Outing” with a resident who acquired a permit . However, there is no non-resident parking at Short Beach. Camping and picnic permits will be issued, based upon availability, to town residents over the age of 21. Permits must be applied for in person at the Smithtown Parks Department:

100 East Main Street
Kings Park, NY
Ph: (631) 269-1122

3. I would like to dispose of some furniture and/or appliances, what do I need to do?

Furniture, appliances and other bulk items are not collected with your regular trash, they are picked up by your carter. Please call (631) 269-4548 to arrange for pickup of large household appliances.
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