Barnegat Branch Rail Trail

05/31/2026

05/28/2026

Nature Poetry Writing Workshop
This program is to help writers of all experience levels with writing nature-inspired poetry. Workshop will begin with reading some examples of published poetry along with group discussion of the selected reading, followed by some generative exercises, as well as a free-writing session. The group will reconvene and share a poem they have written at the end of the session if they wish. This program is primarily a generative workshop critique will not be a focus, though the instructor is happy to provide suggestions and feedback.
LOCATION: Outdoor Classroom, Jakes Branch County Park, Beachwood
DATE: Saturday, May 30
TIME: 1:00 – 3:30 pm
Program # 185186 – 5C
FEE: $15.00 per person
AGE: 12 years - Adult
Registration Form:
https://www.co.ocean.nj.us/webcontentfiles//e6610e8e-b4ed-45da-8057-53c6f85f00ce.pdf
Register by mail or in-person at:
Jakes Branch County Park - Beachwood
Wells Mills County Park – Waretown+
OC Parks Administration Office - Toms River
OC Parks Web Site: www.oceancountyparks.org
Administration Phone: (732) 506-9090

05/27/2026

Community Open House & Paddle
Saturday, June 6, 10am – Noon
Supporting inclusive outdoor recreation and empowering those with physical and movement challenges to explore recreation and sports in our natural waters.
Join this first ever event in Ocean County hosted by Ocean County Parks & Recreation and Ocean Positive showcasing inclusive outdoor aquatic activities AND building community.
Register online using the QR Code or go to: www.bcoceanpositive.org

05/26/2026

Hiking season is here, and what better way to kick it off than to make your very own,
personalized walking stick? Join us for an afternoon with Brad Koller, who will teach
us how to handcraft a beautiful walking stick.
***Wood, tools, gloves, and aprons will be provided and sanitized.
Please bring exact cash or check made payable to instructor Brad Koller for $30.00.
Children aged 11-13 must be accompanied by an adult.
LOCATION: Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River
DATE: Sunday, June 28
TIME: 12:00 - 3:00 pm
PROGRAM #182186 – 2E
FEE: $5.00 per person registration fee
AGE: 11 years – Adult