Poricy Park Conservancy is a non-profit 501(C)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductible.

732-842-5966  -  P.O. Box 36 - 345 Oak Hill Road - Middletown, NJ 07748


Since 1970, Poricy Park Conservancy has been preserving 250 acres of open space, wildlife and their habitats, prehistoric fossil beds, and the Historic Murray Farmhouse.


Poricy Park is an exceptional ecological resource whose 250 acres make it one of the largest parks in Monmouth County. Poricy Park is a regional resource, serving residents throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. The park is a center for environmental and cultural education, enhancing the community's enjoyment and appreciation of nature and local history.


Poricy Park Conservancy is a non-profit organization that depends primarily on member's financial support to keep the Conservancy at the pinnacle of environmental education, historical preservation, and natural beauty. Please take a moment to browse through our website and also consider joining the Conservancy's efforts by becoming a member. Membership in Poricy Park Conservancy entitles you to a quarterly member's newsletter, discounted program and event fees, advanced notice of events, discounted merchandise, and invitations to member's only events.


Further, a membership directly contributes to securing the educational, historic, and natural resources of Poricy Park Conservancy for this and future generations.


Meet Our Staff:
  • Joyce Ferejohn - Executive Director
  • Sharon Goodman - Associate Director
  • Ellen Jackson - Curator, Murray Farmhouse & Barn
  • Carmen Peterson - Director of Educational Programming
  • Linda Coppolino - Marketing & PR
  • Larry Korn - Trail Maintenance Coordinator
  • Palma Liebert - Exotic & Domestic Animal Specialist

Instructors and Volunteers:
  • Eileen Beaumont
  • Marie Brown
  • Julee' Csuri
  • Anne Dickens
  • Sharon Goodman
  • Gloria Gross
  • Jennifer Hickey
  • Ellen Jackson
  • Larry Korn
  • Amanda Lozano
  • Susan Malmi
  • Vinnie Mazza
  • Mary Meehan
  • Carmen Peterson
  • Karen Rajala
  • Danielle Rucinski
  • Ellen Scrivani
  • Alison Seavers
  • Doreen Silakowski
  • Dianne Thompson
  • Brenda Tuller
  • Lois Wilkes
  • Sara Winchell

Our Board of Trustees:
  • Tristan Nelsen - President
  • Peter Van Nortwick - Vice President
  • Lee Beaumont - Treasurer
  • Elaine Hinckley - Secretary
  • Janet Currie 
  • Michael Fedosh 
  • Emily Massell
  • Gail Sonatore
  • Susan Stanton
  • Stephanie Murray - Township Committee Designee
  • Township School Administration Designee
  • Township Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Designee