Forest Resource Education Center (FREC) is located in Jackson Township in northern Ocean County. The FREC includes the Interpretive Center and the New Jersey State Forest Nursery. The FREC strives to teach and practice forest stewardship - managing New Jersey's forest resources so that we have healthy trees and forests, clean air and water, and places to learn and enjoy the outdoors. Come to the FREC to be a forester for a day and a steward for life.
When are the trails open? Trails are open daily, dawn until dusk. The interpretive center and nursery offices are open Monday-Friday 8am to 4:30pm.
What activities are available? Fishing or Hunting is available to those licensed. You may also bring a horse or a bike to ride on our sand roads. Other activities include bird watching and hiking. Visit the Interpretive Center or Nursery Office for a map of trails.
Are pets allowed on the trails? Pets are allowed on a leash - please clean up after your pet.
Do you give tours daily? Tours can be scheduled for groups of 10 or more during regular hours. Families and scouts are invited to attend our special events: Fall Forestry Festival in October, Trail Exploration Day in June, and the Full Moon Hike in August.
