Monmouth Parks System Looking for Gardening Volunteers

Were you born with a green thumb, or were you born with regular thumbs and an interest in gardening? 

Either way, the Monmouth County Parks System is inviting residents to join the Pruning Team. The group is made up of volunteers to maintain county parks and trails, which included pruning and trimming vegetation.

Those interested in learning more are invited to attend a free workshop on Pruning Trees and Shrubs at the Thompson Park Visitor Center, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft.

The workshop will cover correct pruning techniques, tools and safety. Open to ages 14 and up, sessions will be held on Tuesday, April 9 and Thursday, April 18 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Volunteers are also welcome to drop-in volunteer days, when they can show up at their convenience and participate. The schedule is as follows (from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.)

• Tuesdays (starting April 16) at Dorbrook Recreation Area, Colts Neck
• Wednesdays (starting April 10) at Thompson Park, Lincroft
• Wednesdays & Saturdays (April 10) at Deep Cut Gardens, Middletown
• Thursdays (starting April 11) at Huber Woods Park, Middletown