Building Tomorrow’s Leaders Across Central & Coastal New Jersey
Welcome to the official home of Scouting in Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, Middlesex, Burlington, and Cape May Counties.
Whether trekking through our historic pine barrens, conquering summer camp adventures, or serving local communities, our combined Scouting family provides youth with character-building programs, outdoor exploration, and lifelong leadership skills.
Who We Are
Together, Monmouth Council and Jersey Shore Council serve over 10,000 youth members supported by thousands of dedicated adult volunteers across Central and Coastal New Jersey.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.
Through hands-on outdoor adventure, STEM exploration, civic engagement, and community service, we empower youth from kindergarten through age 20 to develop self-reliance, leadership, and a commitment to helping others.
Our Legacy & Region
Our councils represent a proud tradition of youth leadership spanning more than a century in the Garden State. By uniting our resources, camp facilities, and volunteer networks, we deliver unparalleled outdoor experiences and youth development across six New Jersey counties.
Monmouth Council
Serving: Monmouth County & Eastern Middlesex County
Headquarters: Morganville, NJ
Legacy of Leadership: Chartering Scouting programs since 1917, Monmouth Council has built a strong community footprint focused on character development and environmental stewardship.
Featured Properties:
Quail Hill Scout Reservation (Manalapan, NJ) – Year-round camping, Cub Scout adventures, shooting sports, and outdoor education.
Forestburg Scout Reservation (Forestburgh, NY) – Over 1,200 acres of wilderness for summer camp, aquatic sports, and high-adventure programs.
Jersey Shore Council
Serving: Ocean, Atlantic, Southeast Burlington, and Cape May Counties
Headquarters: Barnegat, NJ
Coastal Tradition: Partnering with hundreds of schools, civic groups, and faith-based organizations to bring character-building outdoor programs to coastal communities.
Featured Properties:
Joseph A. Citta Scout Reservation (Barnegat / Waretown, NJ) – A premier Pine Barrens camping facility featuring summer merit badge programs, STEM centers, outdoor shooting sports, and year-round weekend camping.
Our Core Values
Leadership: Giving youth the tools to lead teams, manage projects, and solve real-world problems.
Character & Service: Instilling a lifelong commitment to civic duty and helping neighboring communities through service projects.
Inclusion & Belonging: Welcoming all young people and families to grow, learn, and succeed in a safe environment.
Environmental Stewardship: Teaching Leave No Trace principles and respecting our natural lands across New Jersey and beyond.
Please note:
Both Monmouth Council and Jersey Shore Council have signed letters of intent to conduct additional due diligence and evaluate opportunities to align their resources, expertise, and capabilities in support of their shared commitment to high-quality, community-based Scouting.
During this advanced stage of the evaluation process, Monmouth Council is providing information for both councils, where appropriate, throughout Monmouth Council website pending a final determination.
Certain Jersey Shore Council specific resources may be marked as “JSC” for simplicity for all of our members.
