The county boasts one of the nation's oldest sailing organizations, the Barnegat Bay Yacht Racing Association. The association runs races for boys and girls and men and women each summer Saturday through Labor Day. The highlight is the annual year-end bash at the Seaside Park Yacht Club. Another popular sport is running. Picturesque boardwalks in Point Pleasant Beach, Lavallette, Ortley Beach, Seaside Heights and Seaside Park are attractive to walkers.
Fishing is done on just about every body of water.
Salt and fresh water spots abound throughout the county. A popular spot for jet skiers is the Barnegat Bay, especially near the large bridges at Route 37, Toms River. In recent years, the Department of Parks and Recreaction has added historical walks in Ocean County Park, Lakewood. Other programs range from tennis lessons to trips to see the Baltimore Orioles play at Camden Yards. Ocean County is among the state's fastest-growing, and the department faces the challenge of responding to a larger, more diverse population.