(MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ) -- With Spring bringing warmer weather to New Jersey, find new ways to experience the great outdoors with Middlesex County’s Outdoor Guide which brings together a wide range of COVID-19-friendly outdoor activities like wooded hiking trails, scenic bike routes, fishing hotspots, the best places to spot seasonal birds, and much more.
Whether you are taking a long walk through your local park or simply enjoying some backyard time, practice your skills of observation with Middlesex County’s free printable Nature Bingo cards coming soon to the Outdoor Guide page. This fun family activity is the perfect way to really observe the seasonal changes when exploring outdoors. To get started, print as many cards as you need to play with family or friends, and see who can be the first to find all the items in a row, column, or corner to corner.
“Outdoor spaces have been essential throughout the COVID-19 pandemic with many finding a new appreciation for parks and open spaces. With over 6,300 acres of parks and conservation areas to safely gather with friends and family, Middlesex County is a great place to celebrate life’s special moments, take a pause, heal, connect with essential community services, and so much more,” said Board of County Commissioner Director Ronald G. Rios,. “To keep these places safe and healthy for everyone, we encourage residents and visitors to follow current health guidelines, practice physical social distancing, and the use of masks is strongly encouraged.”
With hundreds of acres of green parks, historic towns, and picturesque farmlands, Middlesex County provides residents and visitors a wealth of opportunities for socially distanced fun. Whether you are seeking a picturesque outdoor setting or want to immerse yourself in nature and develop new skills, the County has an adventure waiting for everyone.
For more information about the Outdoor Guide and additional resources, click here. And be sure to follow along and share your outdoor adventure stories on social media using #discoverMiddlesex.
Middlesex County is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, three universities, 18 park systems, and world-class healthcare and research facilities making it one of the nation’s most dynamic regions and a leader in technology, transportation, the arts, and food innovation. As one of the most diverse populations in the country, Middlesex County is home to over 832,000 residents living throughout 25 municipalities and employing nearly 40,000 people. Ranked #1 in the state for best schools, the County offers an award-winning vocational school system, a county college, and workforce development creating a unique ecosystem in which opportunities abound. Conveniently located between New York and Philadelphia, Middlesex County is a leading destination for businesses and residents alike to live, work, and play – and has been since the 17th century.
