Join us for a rewarding experience at beautiful Sandy Hook by lending a hand at our park clean-up to honor World Ocean Day! 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. This clean up is a collaboration with the National Park Service, Monmouth County Clean Communities, and Above the Hook.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE. This clean up has a capacity of 50 participants. If you are interested in volunteering for this event, adults 18+ can register below. A parent/guardian can sign up behalf of those under 18, and must be in attendance. Registration closes 12:00 PM the day before the cleanup date or when registration is full.
Important Information
Meet at Lot B Pavillion. Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/xhVfV9r6AkVa2mC58
Please try and arrive before 6:30PM to complete a Volunteer Service Agreement Form, required by the National Park Service. The park cleanup introduction and safety briefing will begin shortly after 6:30PM. Cleanup begins immediately after. This cleanup requires individuals to walk on difficult sandy terrain.
What to bring:
We invite volunteers to bring their own reusable supplies! Limit waste by bringing your own 5 gallon 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.
Wear clothes that can get dirty. 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.
All individuals participating are required to fill out a Volunteer Service Agreement to comply with requirements of the National Park Service. 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 download a copy of the 301a Volunteer Service Agreement Form and fill out in advance of coming to save time upon arrival.
No experience necessary. Training and tools will be provided. Participation fulfils community service requirements.
This is a free event. Registration is required.