Join a Park System Naturalist for a laid-back morning bird walk at Fisherman’s Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan. Meet at the Activity Center. We’ll meander through the park for about an hour and a half to see what birds we can find. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. We will go even with light rain or snow, so be sure to dress for the weather. FREE!

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Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room,2nd Floor, Hall of Records Annex Building, One East Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey 07728

Toss on your winter gear and tag along with a Park System Naturalist as you explore Huber Woods Park, Middletown, in the wintertime. Meet in the Environmental Center parking lot. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. Please Note: Sturdy footwear recommended, trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over. FREE!

Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Hall of Records Annex Building, One East Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey 07728

Whether just starting a new hobby or working on an old project, all are welcome to this gathering! The relaxed atmosphere means no pressure - you can knit or crochet at your own pace, and farm staff will be on hand to assist those needing a little extra help. Bring your own supplies. Open to ages 10 and up; under 18 with adult. The cost is $5 per person; cash or check only.

Head over to Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown, with any of your questions and garden endeavors and join this informal and inclusive community of nature lovers and garden enthusiasts. FREE!

Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Hall of Records Annex Building, One East Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey 07728.

Celebrate the holidays by visiting Historic Longstreet Farm, Holmdel, and enjoying wistful music as Larry Moser and Mary Nagin play Christmas carols on the hammered dulcimer and fiddle. FREE!

Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room,2nd Floor, Hall of Records Annex Building, One East Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey 07728

Join a Park System Naturalist for this laid-back morning bird walk in Thompson Park, Lincroft. Meet in the Marlu Lake parking area. We’ll meander through the park for about an hour and a half to see what birds we can find. No need to be an expert at identifying birds to enjoy. A limited number of binoculars will be available to borrow if needed. Open to all ages, under 18 with adult. We will go even with light rain or snow, so be sure to dress for the weather. FREE!

Take a guided walk with a Park System Naturalist along the beach at Fisherman's Cove Conservation Area, Manasquan, collecting and identifying some of the ocean’s natural treasures. Make sure you dress in warm clothing and bring along something to carry shells. FREE!

Toss on your winter gear and tag along with a Park System Naturalist as you explore the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell, in the wintertime. Meet in the Environmental Center parking lot. Open to all ages; under 18 with adult. Please Note: Sturdy footwear recommended, trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over. FREE!

Location: Monmouth County Freeholders Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Hall of Records, One East Main Street, Freehold, NJ

Come to the Bayshore Waterfront Park Activity Center, Port Monmouth, for a talk by a Park System Naturalist about this large interesting sea creature of the Jersey Shore as we dive into everything about marine gastropods. FREE!

Location: Monmouth County Planning Board Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Hall of Records Annex Building, One East Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey 07728.

It’s Christmas Eve and there is still so much to do. To top it off, you have a house full of guests. Here is the perfect solution! Send them to Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown, for a one hour "Clear the House" stroll! Explore the gardens on this special holiday with a park guide. We’ll stroll along even paths at a slow pace. FREE!