Mantoloking Bridge County Park

09/08/2026

LINK TO FALL PROGRAM GUIDE:
https://www.co.ocean.nj.us//WebContentFiles//a63da55c-abaa-4b20-96bc-b06ff2e7c75f.pdf

REGISTRATION INFO:
Registration Form:
http://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

09/08/2026

09/07/2026

LINK to trails/Trail Maps
https://oceancountyparks.org/frmThingsToDo

Berkeley Island County Park
Bike
Berkeley Township

Cattus Island County Park
Toms River

Eno's Pond County Park
Lacey

Ocean County Park
Hike/Bike
Lakewood

Wells Mills County Park
Hike/Bike/Nature
Ocean Township

Beaver Dam Creek County Park
Nature
Point Pleasant

Jakes Branch County Park
Hike/Bike/Nature
Beachwood

Mill Creek County Park
Nature/Bike
Berkley Township

Lochiel Creek County Park
Nature/Hiking
Barnegat Township

Florence T. Allen Conservation Area
Hiking
Berkley Township

Freedom Fields County Park
Hiking
Little Egg Harbor Township

Patriots' County Sports Field Complex
Bike
Jackson Township

Cloverdale Farm County Park
Nature
Barnegat Township

Barnegat Branch Trail
Hiking/Bike
Barnegat, Ocean, Lacey, Berkeley Townships

09/06/2026

9/25-26 - Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy & Gunning show
Tuckerton
10/10 - Pine Barrens Jamboree
Waretown
10/11 - Sunday Fun Day
Lakewood
11/7 - Awesome Autumn Fun
Beachwood
12/6 - Affair at Cedar Bridge
Barnegat
12/12 - Winter Solstice Celebration
Toms River

09/04/2026

Last show of the Carousel of Music 2026. Thank you to everyone that came out to the concerts. We had a blast...hope you did too. Same time next year.

09/04/2026

Pumpkin Patch Painters
Young learners will explore their creativity through hands-on art activities inspired by your child’s experience of autumn. Their imagination will grow like a pumpkin on a vine through storytelling, games, and getting messy with an explosion for autumn colored paint.
LOCATION: Community Center, Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park, Tuckerton
DATE: Friday, October 9
PROGRAM #351021-1K
TIME: 10:00 – 11:00 am
FEE: $5.00 per child
AGE: 3 - 5 years

Boo-tiful Little Ghost
Little artist will “boo-loom” with creativity when they step into this program. Come join this class where your child will learn to express their spooky side through ghostly crafts and games. With Halloween just around the corner, children should expect a trick-or-a-treat!
Please list any food allergies at the time of registration.
LOCATION: Community Center, Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park, Tuckerton
DATE: Friday, October 23
PROGRAM #351021 – 1L
TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 pm
FEE: $5.00 per child
AGE: 5 - 7 years

Maple Morning Art
Cozy up with a warm cup of c***r this autumn morning and join us as the leaves turn and the season changes. From maple leaves to masterpieces, we will explore the beauty of the changing seasons through hands-on art activities, engaging games, and story-filled adventures. Please List any food allergies at the time of registration.
LOCATION: Community Center, Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park, Tuckerton
DATE: Friday, November 6
PROGRAM #351021 – 1M
TIME: 10:00 – 11:00 am
FEE: $5.00 per child
AGE: 3 - 5 years

Gobble, Glitter, & Glue
Come explore the spirit of thanksgiving through fun and hands-on activities. During this program your child will cut, glue and give thanks while expressing their creativity. Your tiny turkeys will also stretch their big imaginations through storytelling.
LOCATION: Community Center, Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park, Tuckerton
DATE: Friday, November 20
PROGRAM #351021 – 1N
TIME: 4:00 – 5:00 pm
FEE: $5.00 per child
AGE: 5 – 7 years

Arctic Art Adventures
Come explore the arctic with friends and learn about the wonders of winter. Here you can let your imagination snowball and create a big winter wonderland of crafts. From snow¬flakes to storytelling, we will spark our imagination!
LOCATION: Community Center, Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park, Tuckerton
DATE: Friday, December 4
PROGRAM #351021 – 1O
TIME: 10:00 – 11:00 am
FEE: $5.00 per child
AGE: 3 - 5 years

Candy Cane Creators
Come join us and celebrate the holiday through sweet candy-cane inspired crafts. Here peppermint fun is sprinkled into every activity and brings joy to the season, one story at a time!
Please List any food allergies at the time of registration.
LOCATION: Community Center, Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park, Tuckerton
DATE: Friday, December 11
PROGRAM #351021 – 1P
TIME: 10:00 – 11:00 am
FEE: $5.00 per child
AGE: 3 - 5 years

REGISTRATION INFO:
Registration Form:
http://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

09/03/2026

Commissioner Robert S. Arace, Liaison to Ocean County Parks and Recreation, and the Ocean County Board of Commissioners are pleased to announce the
44th Annual Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy and Gunning Show

Saturday September 26th and Sunday September 27th. Join us as we once again celebrate the rich history of the Barnegat Bay. Exhibitors, demonstrations, and over 50 contests will be offered at TWO locations, Tip Seaman County Park and the Tuckerton Seaport, both located on Route 9 in Tuckerton. Items for sale will include decorative and working decoys, wildlife art and photos, outdoor clothing, hunting and fishing supplies, antiques, hunting guide services, and more. Many environmental and sportsman’s clubs will have educational exhibits, displays, and information. Some of the contests include working and decorative decoy carving, the New Jersey Duck Calling Championship, archery, boat building, and art and photo. Try your hand at s***t shooting, or have a seat and be entertained as puppies and adult dogs compete in the retrieving contests. A show highlight – the Delmarva Dock Dog Competition - will be featured again, as well. Enjoy activities such as decoy painting, and other family-friendly crafts and games. There will also be scenic boat rides down historic Tuckerton Creek; live music throughout the day; and plenty of food trucks. Admission is FREE! Don’t miss the 44th Annual Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy and Gunning Show…... Saturday, September 26th from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 27th from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ride the FREE shuttle buses between locations, including offsite parking at Pinelands Regional High School and Freedom Fields County Park on Rt. 539. For more information call (609) 971-3085 or visit www.oceancountyparks.org.
LINK TO THE FULL 2026 DECOY SHOW PROGRAM GUIDE:
https://www.co.ocean.nj.us//WebContentFiles//2fdb34a0-f96e-46cd-983d-dc5675467fa8.pdf

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Join us as we once again celebrate the rich history of the Barnegat Bay at the
44th Annual Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy & Gunning Show
Rain or Shine!
Saturday, September 26th, 7am – 4pm ● Sunday, September 27th, 7am – 5pm
FREE Admission & Parking, with shuttle service connecting all locations
Show Locations
Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park & Tuckerton Seaport
Parking Locations
Tuckerton Seaport, Pinelands Regional High School & Freedom Fields County Park

THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE TO ENJOY!

OVER 150 VENDORS
Working & Decorative Decoys
Hunting Boats ~ Duck & Goose Calls
Wildlife Art & Photography
Outdoor Clothing ~ Decoy Lumber
Hunting Dogs and Dog Supplies
Carving, Hunting & Fishing Supplies
Hunting Guide Services

DISPLAYS & EXHIBITORS
Environmental & Sportsman’s Organizations
Educational Presentations
Carving Demonstrations
Basket Weaving
Local History & Folk Art Traditions

CONTESTS
Decoy Carving & Boat Building
Art & Photo
S***t Shooting & Archery
Retriever Competition
Duck** & Goose Calling
(**With the winner representing NJ in the World’s Championship Duck Calling Contest in Stuttgart, AR)

FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES
Delmarva Dock Dog Competition
Decoy Painting & Soap Carving
Scavenger Hunt
Live Music & Food Trucks
Tuckerton Creek Boat Rides

● For more information call (609) 971-3085 or visit www.oceancountyparks.org ●
LINK TO THE FULL 2026 DECOY SHOW PROGRAM GUIDE:
https://www.co.ocean.nj.us//WebContentFiles//2fdb34a0-f96e-46cd-983d-dc5675467fa8.pdf

09/02/2026

Registration for Fall Programs begins this Friday, 9/4 at 8:30am
LINK TO FALL PROGRAM GUIDE:
https://www.co.ocean.nj.us//WebContentFiles//a63da55c-abaa-4b20-96bc-b06ff2e7c75f.pdf

REGISTRATION INFO:
Registration Form:
http://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