The Friends of Island Beach State Park is an active support group for the park and we are always looking for new talent and fresh ideas. The group was started in 1996 to help in securing funding and to support the growth of interpretive programs at the park.   The Friends also work to enhance recreational  activities, special events, educational programs, and  encourage protection of the ecosystem. We help to make any visit to this unique, natural wonder of a state park an experience you will remember.

Members of the Friends, many of them park volunteers, also participate in many programs and  activities at the park. This includes the Island Beach State  Park Beach Plum Festival, Governor's Surf Fishing  Tournament, Becoming an Outdoor Woman, Surf Fishing  Program, Barnegat Bay Festival,  National Trails Day, Surf Fishing at the Beach,  Kayak  Tours, Nature Hikes, Interpretive Center Staff, and other  programs.

TO BECOME A MEMBER Click on the following link for a copy of our application form,  print it, fill it out and mail it to our office with your payment. Membership dues are $15 for an individual membership and $25 for a family membership. If you would like to learn more, you can call the Friend's office, or stop in. We are in the first building on the right  after you enter the park, approximately one mile from  the gatehouse. Our telephone number is 732-793-5525 or email friendsofislandbeach@yahoo.com for more information.

Support the friends! All membership fees and donations help us help this natural resource for all to enjoy for generations to come!  So become a member today or participate in one of our sponsored programs and events.  We would love to see you experience what Island Beach has to offer!

General  Meeting of the Friends of IBSP We welcome you to join us at one of our general meetings that are open to the public and members alike.  Contact us by email for future dates..

Can't become a member but want to be involved? Make a donation and help support the work of the Friends of Island Beach. Just click on the link below.