Coming to see us in the Recreation Office?
Please note: During the summer, we are even busier than usual. If you are specifically coming to see us and want to make sure one of us is in the office, please call and let us know what time you are coming. We’ll make sure someone is here if possible or advise when we can meet with you.
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Guidance for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
Recently, there has been an increase in reports of sick and dead wild birds throughout New Jersey. There are many possible causes of sick and dying birds, but Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) or bird flu is often suspected and refers to the disease caused by infection with avian influenza A viruses that naturally spread among wild aquatic birds worldwide. These viruses can infect domestic poultry and other bird and animal species.
Bird flu viruses do not normally infect humans, however, sporadic human infections with bird flu viruses after close contact with infected birds or animals have occurred. The overall public health risk remains low. New Jersey does not have any reported human cases of bird flu.
The Bernards Township Health Department, New Jersey Department of Health, and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection are reminding residents to:
- Avoid direct contact with wild birds and other wild animals.
- Keep yourself and your pets at a safe distance when observing wildlife. Keep pets leashed in public spaces.
- Report sick and dead wild birds, particularly in groups of 5 or more to NJDEP Division of Fish and Wildlife through their Wild Bird Disease Reporting Form: dep.nj.gov/njfw/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza/.
- Report sick and dead domestic poultry or livestock to the New Jersey Department of Agriculture, Division of Animal Health: nj.gov/agriculture/divisions/ah/livestockhealth/avian_influenza.shtml.
WASTE DISPOSAL GUIDANCE
Do Not Touch Dead Birds
How to Avoid Contact with Bird Flu
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The Parks & Recreation Department is located in the town hall building at 915 Valley Road Gillette, NJ 07933. The Parks & Recreation Department offers residents a variety of programs and activities for all age groups. The Stirling Lake, Meyersville Field & Tennis Court, Hicks’ Tract, and Matthew G. Kantor Memorial Park are all managed by the Parks and Recreation Department.
Park Rules and Facilities Use Request forms (permit applications) are on the “Parks and Facilities” Tab.
Long Hill Recreation uses Community Pass for online registration of programs. Program registration through Community Pass is encouraged for all Recreation Programs except when noted otherwise. Students-Need volunteer hours???
We are always looking for Middle School / HS students to help out with recreation events. This is a great way to earn Community Service Hours. Contact the Recreation Dept. to join our team. 908-647-8000 x219 or [email protected].
If you are unable to find the information you need online, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at 908-647-8000 ext. 219 or e-mail us at [email protected].
Parks & Facilities
Policies
Coaching Courses/Community Courses
Employment in Parks & Recreation
Recreation Advisory Committee
Photos/Videos Halloween Parade Photos Halloween Parade Video
Meyersville Tree Lighting Video
2025 Holiday Cookie Decorating Contest Winning Entries
2025 Holiday House/Business Decorating Contest Winner
2025 Holiday Lights Tour
Snowman Contest 2026
Photography Contest Official Rules
