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Canoe Rentals at Thompson Park Thompson Park, Marlu Lake 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 Saturday and Sunday,  August 29 & August 30 , 2020, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (ages 3 and up, under 18 with adult) Rent a canoe for a relaxing paddle on Marlu Lake. All equipment provided; a limited number of canoes available. Cost: $15 per boat for 1-3 people for 2 hours of canoeing (cash or check only). Rental Available from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. All rentals must be returned by 3:00 PM.

Open Shoot Archery Saturday, August 22, 2020, from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 (ages 10 and up, under 18 with adult) Stop in to improve your archery skills at our indoor range. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. Please dress for the weather as the Activity Barn is not heated or air-conditioned. All equipment is provided. Cost: $10 per person (cash or check only) For more information, call 732-842-4000, ext. 4236, or email doug.kalucki@monmouthcountyparks.com.

Eco-Kayak Tour of the Manasquan Reservoir Manasquan Reservoir Env Ctr 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell 07731 Tue, Aug 11, 2020, 1:00-2:30 PM (ages 10 and up, under 18 with adult) Tour the Manasquan Reservoir with a Park System Naturalist guide and experience nature close up. If lucky, we’ll glimpse bald eagles resting, great blue herons stalking prey or turtles basking in the sun. No experience is needed. Basic paddling instruction will be given before the trip begins. Each trip’s course will vary according to the water level, weather, and ability of the group. Single and tandem kayaks are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Weight limits are 250 lbs. for single kayaks and 400 lbs. for tandems. One Session $25.00 Per Person

Climb Time @ Thompson Park Sunday, August 9, 2020, 12:00-4:00 PM Freneau Woods Park, Aberdeen 360 Monastery Ln, Aberdeen Township, NJ 07747 (ages 8 and up, with adult) Catch a glimpse of your county’s parks from a whole new angle. Climbers will get to experience the thrill of rock climbing as they make their way to the top of our 25’ portable climbing wall.  You must be at least 8 years old AND 42” or taller to climb.

Canoe Rentals at Thompson Park Thompson Park, Marlu Lake 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 Saturday and Sunday,  August 1 & 2 , 2020, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (ages 3 and up, under 18 with adult) Rent a canoe for a relaxing paddle on Marlu Lake. All equipment provided; a limited number of canoes available. Cost: $15 per boat for 1-3 people for 2 hours of canoeing (cash or check only). Rental Available from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. All rentals must be returned by 3:00 PM.

Canoe Rentals at Thompson Park Thompson Park, Marlu Lake 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 Saturday and Sunday,  July 18 & 19 , 2020, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (ages 3 and up, under 18 with adult) Rent a canoe for a relaxing paddle on Marlu Lake. All equipment provided; a limited number of canoes available. Cost: $15 per boat for 1-3 people for 2 hours of canoeing (cash or check only). Rental Available from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. All rentals must be returned by 3:00 PM.

SUNDAYS Open Pool Time at Fort Monmouth Rec Center Monmouth County Park System Fort Monmouth Rec Center 2566 Guam Lane Tinton Falls 07724 Pool Season May 23 to September 7 Mondays - 7:30 am to 9:00 am; and, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesdays - 7:30 am to 9:00 am; and, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesdays - 7:30 am to 9:00 am; and, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Thursdays - 7:30 am to 9:00 am; and, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Friday - 7:30 am to 9:00 am; and, 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Saturday - 10:00 am to 6:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages CALL:  (732) 842-4000, ext. 4312 WEBSITE Pool Fees: Daily Pass Weekdays: Family (up to 4 people) - $20 Single - $7 Daily Pass Weekends & Holidays: Family (up to 4 people) - $30 Single - $10 Monthly Pass: Family (up to 4 people) - $100 Single - $60 Season Pass: Family (up to 4 people) - $200 Single - $100 EARLY BIRD WORKOUT Monday-Friday, 7:30-9 a.m. Get a workout by swimming o...

Open Shoot Archery Saturday, July 11, 2020, from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 (ages 10 and up, under 18 with adult) Stop in to improve your archery skills at our indoor range. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. Please dress for the weather as the Activity Barn is not heated or air-conditioned. All equipment is provided. Cost: $10 per person (cash or check only) For more information, call 732-842-4000, ext. 4236, or email doug.kalucki@monmouthcountyparks.com.

Canoe Rentals at Thompson Park Thompson Park, Marlu Lake 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 Saturday and Sunday,  July 4 &  5, 2020, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (ages 3 and up, under 18 with adult) Rent a canoe for a relaxing paddle on Marlu Lake. All equipment provided; a limited number of canoes available. Cost: $15 per boat for 1-3 people for 2 hours of canoeing (cash or check only). Rental Available from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. All rentals must be returned by 3:00 PM.

Climb Time @ Thompson Park Saturday, June 27, 2020, 12:00-4:00 PM Thompson Park 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 (ages 8 and up, with adult) Catch a glimpse of your county’s parks from a whole new angle. Climbers will get to experience the thrill of rock climbing as they make their way to the top of our 25’ portable climbing wall.  You must be at least 8 years old AND 42” or taller to climb.

Canoe Rentals at Thompson Park Thompson Park, Marlu Lake 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 Saturday and Sunday, June 20 & 21, 2020, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM (ages 3 and up, under 18 with adult) Rent a canoe for a relaxing paddle on Marlu Lake. All equipment provided; a limited number of canoes available. Cost: $15 per boat for 1-3 people for 2 hours of canoeing (cash or check only). Rental Available from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. All rentals must be returned by 3:00 PM.

Drop-In Zip-line Big Brook Park  Lower Pond Parking Lot  521 Route 520, Marlboro, NJ 07746 Saturday, June 20, 2020, from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM (ages 8 and up, with adult) Experience the thrill of ziplining on our beginner zip-line! Instructors will outfit you with all safety gear and get you soaring through the sky! Park at Big Brook Park’s Lower Pond lot and follow the signs to our zip-line registration table. Fee includes two rides down the zip-line. All equipment is provided. Participants must wear closed-toed and closed-heeled shoes. Each participant must register at the site starting at 10:00 AM on June 20. Registration will end at 1:45 PM. Cost: $15 per person (cash or check only please) For more information, call 732-834-9606, ext. 3, or email jordan.holaday@monmouthcountyparks.com.

Eco-Kayak Tour of the Manasquan Reservoir Manasquan Reservoir Env Ctr 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell 07731 Tue, Jun 16, 2020, 1:00-2:30 PM (ages 10 and up, under 18 with adult) Tour the Manasquan Reservoir with a Park System Naturalist guide and experience nature close up. If lucky, we’ll glimpse bald eagles resting, great blue herons stalking prey or turtles basking in the sun. No experience is needed. Basic paddling instruction will be given before the trip begins. Each trip’s course will vary according to the water level, weather, and ability of the group. Single and tandem kayaks are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Weight limits are 250 lbs. for single kayaks and 400 lbs. for tandems. One Session $25.00 Per Person

Open Shoot Archery Sunday, June 14, 2020, from 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Thompson Park Activity Barn, Lincroft 805 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 (ages 10 and up, under 18 with adult) Stop in to improve your archery skills at our indoor range. This is NOT a beginner instructional program. If you are new to archery, register for one of our instructional classes prior to attending. Please dress for the weather as the Activity Barn is not heated or air-conditioned. All equipment is provided. Cost: $10 per person (cash or check only) For more information, call 732-842-4000, ext. 4236, or email doug.kalucki@monmouthcountyparks.com.

Weekend Open Ice Skating Red Bank Armory Ice Complex 76 Chesnut Street Red Bank 07701 1/1/2020 - 3/31/2020 Weekly on Saturday, Sunday 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages COST:  $9 adults, kids 12 and under $8, skate rental $4 CALL:  (732) 450-9001 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   The Red Bank Armory Ice Complex is open to the public for skating. It is advised that you arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled time in order to enjoy a full skating schedule. Skate on over!

Saturday Open Ice Skating Middletown Sports Complex 214 Harmony Road Middletown  New Jersey  07748 AGE RANGE:  All Ages COST:  adults $10 kids under 12 $8, skate rental $5 CALL:  +1 (732) 856-9700 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   Glide on over to the Middletown Sports Complex's Ice World for some skating- times available on a daily basis! Bring your own skates or rent a pair for $4. Skate Rates: Adults (13+ ) $10 Kids (under 12) $8. Skate Rentals $5 Saturday , March 28, 2020  -12:30 pm - 4:15 pm                                              7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Saturday , March 21, 2020  - 12:30 pm - 4:15 pm                                              7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Saturday , March 14, 2020  - 12:30 pm - 4:1...

Friday Night Open Ice Skating Red Bank Armory Ice Complex 76 Chesnut Street Red Bank 07701 Weekly on Friday 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages COST:  $9 adults, kids 12 and under $8, skate rental $4 CALL:  (732) 450-9001 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   The Red Bank Armory Ice Complex is open to the public for skating. It is advised that you arrive 30 minutes before scheduled time in order to enjoy a full skating schedule. Skate on over!

Friday Open Ice Skating Middletown Sports Complex 214 Harmony Road Middletown  New Jersey  07748 REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages COST:  adults $10 kids under 12 $8, skate rental $5 CALL:  +1 (732) 856-9700 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   Glide on over to the Middletown Sports Complex's Ice World for some skating- times available on a daily basis! Bring your own skates or rent a pair for $4. Skate Rates: Adults (13+ ) $10 Kids (under 12) $8. Skate Rentals $5 Friday , March 27, 2020  - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm                                           7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Friday , March 20, 2020  - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm                                           7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Friday , March, 13, 2020  - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm ...

Thursday Open Ice Skating Middletown Sports Complex 214 Harmony Road Middletown  New Jersey  07748 REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages COST:  adults $10 kids under 12 $8, skate rental $5 CALL:  +1 (732) 856-9700 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   Glide on over to the Middletown Sports Complex's Ice World for some skating- times available on a daily basis! Bring your own skates or rent a pair for $4. Skate Rates: Adults (13+ ) $10 Kids (under 12) $8. Skate Rentals $5 Thursday , March 26, 2020 - 10:00 am - 4 :45 pm Thursday , March 19, 2020 - 10:00 am - 4 :45 pm Thursday , March 12, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Thursday , March 5, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Thursday , February 27, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Thursday , February 20, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Thursday , February 13, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Thursday , February 6, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Thursday , January 30, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 ...

Wednesday Open Ice Skating Middletown Sports Complex 214 Harmony Road Middletown  New Jersey  07748 REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages COST:  adults $10 kids under 12 $8, skate rental $5 CALL:  +1 (732) 856-9700 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   Glide on over to the Middletown Sports Complex's Ice World for some skating- times available on a daily basis! Bring your own skates or rent a pair for $4. Skate Rates: Adults (13+ ) $10 Kids (under 12) $8. Skate Rentals $5 Wednesday, March 25, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Wednesday, March 18, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Wednesday, March 11, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Wednesday, March 4, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Wednesday , February 26, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Wednesday  February 19, 2020 - 10:00 am -  3:30 pm Wednesday, January 29, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Wednesday, January 22, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Wednesday, January 15, 2020 - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Wednesday, Januar...