The Somerset County Park
Commission offers interesting and entertaining opportunities for individuals,
families, civic, social organizations, and companies to host special events at park
facilities.
Somerset County Park Commission regularly host family and corporate picnics, dog
shows, scout events, athletic events, including league play
and tournaments, corporate tennis leagues, wedding photos, guided tours of Colonial Park Gardens, and a
myriad of special events.
Over the years, the
popularity of the parks and the variety of the facilities has resulted in a
tremendous increase in usage. To assure that events fulfill all expectations,
the Park Commission has implemented an application process that assures access.
Reservations should be submitted a minimum of two to four weeks prior to an
event to confirm that dates remain open for the desired facility. A reasonable fee schedule for
facilities ranging from ball fields to the Somerset County Showmobile stage and
sound system is available.
Picnics
are permitted at North Branch Park and Duke Island Park in Bridgewater Township,
East County Park in Warren Township, and Colonial Park in Franklin Township,
with all facilities equipped with tables and grills. Three pavilion picnic
areas are available at Duke Island Park, one at East County Park, and two at
Colonial Park. Somerset County residents, corporations, and organizations may
make reservations beginning March 1. Non-residents may make reservations
beginning April 1. A request may be submitted by visiting www.somersetcountyparks.org and
clicking on the green tab that reads “online registration.”
Torpey
Athletic Complex, in Bridgewater Township features a baseball field, softball
field, and a multi-purpose synthetic turf field that is lined for three sports.
The Howe Athletic Complex at Colonial Park features soccer fields and a cricket
pitch. The Mountain View Park, in Hillsborough Township features seven ball
fields. Tennis courts are found at Colonial Park, in Franklin and the Green
Knoll Tennis Center, in Bridgewater. Skillman Park, in Montgomery accepts
applications for special events including organized runs and special events.
The Flying Field at
North Branch Park is available for anyone holding a valid AMA License, is
registered with the FAA, and has a Park Commission Flying Field Permit.
The Colonial Park Gardens in
Somerset, namely the Arboretum and the Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden offer
opportunities for wedding ceremonies and
pictures (Arboretum); wedding pictures
(Rose Garden), and guided tours. Leonard
J. Buck Garden in Far Hills and Natirar Park in Peapack offer opportunities for
spectacular wedding photos throughout the spring, summer, and fall.
Applications for any of
these facilities may be obtained by calling 908-722-1200, ext. 5225 or emailing
kbehr@scparks.org.
Applications
for the Arboretum and Rose Garden at Colonial Park may be obtained by calling
908-722-1200, ext. 5721. For Leonard J. Buck Garden, call 908-722-1200, ext.
5621.
