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Sandy Hook Park Cleanup: M Lot/Fisherman's Trail

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ORGANIZATION: National Park Service

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.

Join us for a rewarding experience at beautiful Sandy Hook by lending a hand at our park clean-ups! Volunteers will enjoy views of natural, cultural, and/or historical resources while they remove litter and debris, helping protect native habitats and minimize debris around the park. This is a fun family-friendly volunteer opportunity, and volunteers of all ages are welcome. Volunteer.gov Registration closes 2/7/25 at 12PM.


CLEANUP INFORMATION

When: February 8, 2025, 9AM-1PM

Where: Gateway National Recreation Area - Sandy Hook Unit. Meet atParking Lot M. Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/z2pZMWpPhx599Ciw8. Plan for an additional 15-minute drive from the entrance of Sandy Hook.

Register: If you are interested in volunteering for this event adults 18+ can register/apply on Volunteer.gov. If you would like for a group to attend (work, school, organizations, etc.), please review the "groups" section.

Parking Fees: No Fees

Special Information: Arrive before 9AM and complete your Volunteer Service Agreement Form. The park cleanup introduction and safety briefing begins at 9:15AM. Cleanup begins immediately after. This cleanup requires individuals to walk down and back Fisherman’s Trail which is ½ mile of difficult sandy terrain that leads to the tip of Sandy Hook.

Supplies: We invite volunteers to bring their own reusable supplies! Limit waste by bringing your own bucket and gloves if you have them - but don't worry if you don't, we'll have some supplies on site for you to use.


GROUPS

Groups of ten or more require special arrangements and must be confirmed in advance. Please reach out to Mikayla_Turner@nps.gov to be approved to join this cleanup event.


AGE, SKILLS, & WHAT TO BRING:

Complete your Volunteer Service Agreement Form (PDF). All individuals participating MUST fill out a Volunteer Service Agreement. Volunteers under the age of 18 MUST have the parent/guardian approval section signed and a parent/guardian present. Volunteer Service Agreements will be available to sign upon arrival to the site. You may also download a copy of the 301a Volunteer Service Agreement Form and fill out in advance of coming to save time upon arrival.

Wear clothes that can get dirty. Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required. Headphones are not permitted during the cleanup. Bring layers for changing weather and rain gear if necessary. Inclement weather, extreme heat, and/or thunder/lightning cancels the event.

Bring a personal water bottle, sunscreen, hat, and snacks.

No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided. Fulfills community service requirements.


Start Date - 2025-02-08

End Date - 2025-02-08

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About National Park Service

Location:

1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240, US

Mission Statement

The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

Description

The U.S. National Park Service, www.nps.gov, cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage. We care for more than 400 national parks and help communities preserve their historic places and open spaces.

CAUSE AREAS

Arts & Culture
Environment
Sports & Recreation
Arts & Culture, Environment, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

Fri Feb 07, 2025 - Sat Feb 08, 2025
04:00 PM - 03:59 PM

WHERE

N Bragg RoadSandy Hook, NJ 07732

(40.41407,-73.98888)
 

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • Kids
  • Teens
  • Public Groups

REQUIREMENTS

  • Saturday

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