Plant the seeds of knowledge and grow a love for local farms at Grown in Monmouth camp this summer!

At Grown in Monmouth Camp, through the Monmouth County Park System, campers will tour Monmouth County and learn hands-on what it takes to grow fruits, vegetables, hydroponics, animals, and more! Just a sliver of the activities will include fruit picking, visiting a petting zoo, and making your own ice cream!

Grown in Monmouth Camp is for students entering grades 4-6 and runs from July 28 - August 1 at Huber Woods Park. Registration begins March 2 at 12 p.m. For more information visit https://reg.monmouthcountyparks.com/search2.aspx

According to Park System Naturalist Jason Goldman, who organizes and runs the camp, “One of our goals was to connect the children to fresh food. Although the Grown in Monmouth camp only lasted a week, the experience will stay with campers much longer as it cultivated an appreciation of agriculture and its role in the county’s past, present, and future.

CAMP INFORMATION

Camp information forms, as well as special accommodation forms (if needed), must be completed and returned before attending camp.

Visit www.MonmouthCountyParks.com and click “Camp Forms”, for information on this year’s camp forms process. For additional questions, please call 732-842-4000, ext. 4312.

DROP-OFF/PICK-UP

Please drop off your child at the Huber Woods Park Environmental Center. Please do not arrive earlier than 10 minutes before camp begins or later than 10 minutes after camp ends. Each day campers will need to be signed in and out. Campers cannot be released to anyone not listed on the Parent Pick Up list. A valid photo ID is required by all authorized individuals at the time of pick up. Campers should be picked up promptly at the end of camp.

REQUIRED FOR CAMP PARTICIPATION

• Campers are to wear closed-toe shoes; sneakers are best.
• Please have your child apply sunscreen and bug spray before arriving at camp.
• Bring a backpack with the following items in it, all clearly marked with your child’s name:
• Nonperishable lunch and snack
• Refillable water bottle
• Sunscreen, hat, and bug spray
• Raincoat or poncho

Optional: You are encouraged to pack your camper with some money in case they want to buy farm goods during the visits.

DO NOT BRING TO CAMP

• Any foods containing nuts, nut oils, or nut byproducts
• Valuables and electronics - the Park System cannot be held responsible for lost or stolen items

INCLEMENT WEATHER

If at any time you are unsure as to whether your camp will be held, please call the Weather Cancellation Number at 732-842-4000, ext. 6. A recorded message will be in place at least ONE HOUR prior to your camp’s starting time. If your camp is not listed on the message, it is running as scheduled.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact Jason Goldman at 732-872-2670, ext. 225, or [email protected].

For more information about the Monmouth County Park System, please visit www.MonmouthCountyParks.com or call 732-842-4000. For persons with hearing impairment, the Park System TTY/TDD number is 711. The Monmouth County Park System, created in 1960 by the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, is Monmouth County’s Open Space, Parks and Recreation agency.

Eligibility	Youth grades 4 - 6
Age Groups	Children
Community Services	Arts & Recreation Recreation / Social / Sports Seasonal Programs Summer Camp

Last Updated: 02/25/25