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Volunteers


Due to the situation revolving around COVID-19, certain volunteer opportunities may limited in order to best maintain the health and safety of both volunteers and staff. Outdoor opportunities currently present the best option. Opportunities will be on a first come first served basis, after an approved volunteer application.

Are you looking for a rewarding experience? Do you enjoy outdoor physical activity? If so, then Ocean County Parks and Recreation has a volunteer position for you. Trail volunteers will assist the naturalist by cutting vegetation and preparing trail surfaces. A strong back and a sense of adventure are required. The Parks Department will supply the necessary tools. For further information call:

Nicole Vernachio at (732) 270-6960, Cattus Island County Park
Amanda Truhan at (609) 971-3085, Wells Mills County Park
Michelle Urban at (732) 281-2750, Jakes Branch County Park
Patti Trasferini at (609) 607-1861, Cloverdale Farm County Park
Christopher Claus at (732) 506-5122, Ocean County Park
Jason Hoger at (732) 506-9090, Ocean County Park Administration Office
Catherine McLearen at (732) 929-4769, Cedar Bridge Tavern Historic Site

The Ocean County Parks and Recreation Department has many diverse opportunities that exist for volunteers. The Parks system is grateful and recognizes the generosity of those who give of themselves. Please come join us today!
Currently looking for trail volunteers to assist the naturalist by cutting vegetation and preparing trail surfaces. A strong back and a sense of adventure are required. The Parks Department will supply the necessary tools.

Where to VOLUNTEER


 Volunteer Brochure 2024.pdf

If you are over the age of 18 you can fill out our volunteer form online otherwise, print it out and bring it in with your parent/guardian. To fill your form online, simply click on the name of the park you are interested to volunteer in.

Cattus Island County Park
1170 Cattus Island Blvd.
Toms River, NJ 08753
732-270-6960

Ocean County Parks - Administrative Offices
1198 Bandon Road
Toms River, NJ 08753
732-506-9090

Wells Mills County Park
905 Wells Mills Road
Waretown, NJ 08758
609-971-3085

Jakes Branch County Park
1100 Double Trouble Road
Beachwood, NJ 08722
732-281-2750

Cloverdale County Park
34 Cloverdale Road
Barnegat, NJ 08005
609-607-1861

Ocean County Park
659 Ocean Ave. (Route 88)
Lakewood, NJ 08701
732-506-5122

Cedar Bridge Tavern Historic Site
200 Old Halfway Rd.
Barnegat, NJ 08005
732-929-4769