Looking for your next Group Outing?

Here are some ways to bring imagination, adventure, and outdoor fun for groups. Whether you are a Scout Troop, School Group, Summer Camp, Recreational Group or a family looking for unique fun, book for the fall season or reserve for the upcoming winter, spring and summer! Stay tuned for history and culture well, indoors and assembly programs that come to you. We will be sharing more ideas from our latest Field Trip Guide and more. These venues are booking ahead of time.

HangDog Outside Adventure Ropes Course

The largest outdoor adventure ropes course in the Northeast US has recently opened its doors to the public. The course boasts 115 climbing elements, 2 ziplines spanning over 200 ft each as well as a 50ft Free Fall Jump. Climbing offers challenging and fun ways to work on problem-solving skills while encouraging exercise and time outdoors for climbers ages 5+. The various difficulty levels of climbing elements, plus the kids zone, mean that their team can plan the perfect group outing.

hangdoglv.com

Monmouth County Park

Canoeing, farm tours, nature walks and rock climbing are just a few of the reasonably priced activities available to schools, youth clubs, and community groups.  Plus there is group camping, art classes at the Creative Art Center, Horticultural Activities at Deep Cut Gardens, environmental education programs, equestrian programs and many other outdoor adventure challenges. The Therapeutic Recreation Division can adapt and modify group activities to better meet the needs of people with disabilities. 

monmouthcountyparks.com

Alstede Farms

Alstede Farms is a welcoming, family-friendly destination with Pick Your Own throughout the year, and many farm events and tours. This fall wander through the corn maze, Blooming Giants Sunflower Trail, Hay Pyramid, and Evergreen Maze. They also offer accessible wagon rides, ensuring that everyone, regardless of mobility needs, can fully enjoy the farm experience in a comfortable and safe way. Explore the farm’s orchards, fields, and attractions.

www.alstedefarms.com 

Island Aqua Park

Book your group adventure ahead of time for the summer season. Island Aqua Park is a family owned and operated business for over 35 years! Introducing their newest property, one of the biggest inflatable water parks located on the beach in the bay in Margate, NJ. Their other location is in Stone Harbor, NJ. They are welcoming groups of all sorts to come enjoy fun on the water! Come see this water park! Enjoy the bay and GET SALTY!

islandaquaparknj.com

Storybook Land

Now booking for Fall, Spring, and Summer. A 25-acre theme park with rides, stories and exploring. Plus full-service snack bars, large picnic area, and splash pad. Educational aspects include fairy tales, nursery rhymes, reading, and native animals like ducks, geese, and goats. Fall Fun Festival: Saturday Oct 26th~Sunday Oct. 27th; Kids are encouraged to dress in their costumes

to Trick or Treat throughout the park. Purchase tickets online.

storybookland.com

Hands in 4 Youth

Offering multiple program options to get young people to step out of their comfort zone. Their field trips offer a safe controlled space, which encourages participants to push past perceived limits. With individual and team based challenges, nature hikes, team building, campfire, and many activities in a back-to-nature setting, individuals take part in collective analysis, problem-solving, and debriefing techniques. They also offer many summer camp options.

hi4y.org/youth-retreat

TreEscape Aerial Adventure Park

The Aerial Obstacle Course is a ten-course tree climbing, zip-lining, and rope-swinging adventure beautifully placed amongst the trees of the Vernon Valley. Enjoy conquering all the courses we have to offer, two purples, two yellows, three greens, two blues, and our black course, the most challenging course of them all, Drillers Dare! Each course has something challenging and fun that all ages and skill levels can do. Open Weekends thru Nov 26.

thegreatgorge.com/treescape/

Wildlife Conservation Society

Plan a group outing with wildlife and nature in the heart of NYC: The Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, and New York Aquarium. You'll find field trip ideas for Elementary, Middle School and High School as well as outreach programs. Talented educators lead your class through a wild experience. Programs are designed to meet appropriate learning standards in a way everyone is sure to enjoy: explore wildlife, meet an animal and engage in an active learning environment.Various topics from each location to help customize your curriculum.

wcs.org/parks

Healthbarn USA

Our one-of-kind, garden-to-table field trip is a must-do for your students ages 3-15. Try their new ultimate Harvestfest field trip. Kids get to explore the organic garden through a taste test adventure, scavenger hunt, make and taste delicious smoothie, play fun harvest inspired games and learn about local and seasonal food. Camps, and Birthdays & More! 

www.healthbarnusa.com

Mini Golf and Batting Cages at Woodbridge Community Center

Skyline Mini Golf boasts a challenging 18 hole water-themed course with views of the New York Skyline. Water obstacles and uphill putting greens abound in this state-of-the-art outdoor Mini Golf course. Plus outdoor batting cages are open for use during the fall, spring and summer. Book your group! Parties too!

njwcc.com

Wheaton Arts Cultural Center

WheatonArts is one of southern New Jersey's best cultural arts destinations for all sorts of groups and families. The Center offers exhibitions, artist demonstrations, educational programming, classes and workshops. The onsite Museum of American Glass, Down Jersey Folklife Center, Artist Studios plus a one-mile looping Nature Trail, and scenic picnic areas offers many hands-on experiences.

www.wheatonarts.org

Mountain Creek

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, Mountain Creek’s four peaks have something for everyone! Beginners can start at Vernon Peak in our Terrain Based Learning Area™, where friendly Ambassadors will help you learn at your own pace. For more thrills, check out South Peak, home to the region’s only true All-Mountain Terrain Park. Packed with jumps, rails, boxes, and more for all skill levels. It's a freestyle playground waiting for you! Get your Season Passes or Triple Play

mountaincreek.com