New Jersey Youth Corps of Phillipsburg

09/26/2026

Public lands belong to all of us. Caring for them takes all of us.

This National Public Lands Day, NJYC of Phillipsburg is proud to celebrate the Corpsmembers who roll up their sleeves throughout the year to protect, restore, and improve the public lands of Northwest New Jersey.

From building and maintaining trails and removing invasive species to restoring wildlife habitat, maintaining pollinator meadows and improving parks and open spaces, our Corpsmembers aren’t just learning about conservation — they’re doing it.

In 2025 alone, NJYCP Corpsmembers helped manage 2,679 acres of open space and completed projects at places including White Lake Natural Resource Area, Bread Lock Park, and the newly established Mt. Pleasant Park.

For us, public lands are more than places to work. They’re an extension of our classroom. They provide Corpsmembers with opportunities to learn conservation skills, build a strong work ethic, experience new career pathways, work as a team and see the tangible impact they can make in their own communities.

And when the workday is over, the trail remains. The habitat remains. The park remains. The impact remains.

On National Public Lands Day, we’re proud to stand alongside volunteers, conservation organizations, land managers and fellow Corps programs across the country through The Corps Network who believe these special places are worth protecting.

Get outside. Give back. Get your hands dirty.

Happy National Public Lands Day from the NJ Youth Corps of Phillipsburg!

09/21/2026

The feeling when you meet up with the crew coming from the other direction on the trail.

09/11/2026

Corpsmembers from the New Jersey Youth Corps of Phillipsburg recently spent time fishing alongside clients from LEE Services of Phillipsburg at Merrill Creek Reservoir.

The day offered lessons that extended far beyond casting a line. Through shared conversation, cooperation, patience, and plenty of smiles, participants built meaningful connections while enjoying the outdoors together.

Experiences like this demonstrate the educational and social value of service-learning. Our Corpsmembers strengthen communication, empathy, leadership, and interpersonal skills while helping create inclusive opportunities where everyone feels welcomed and valued.

Sometimes the greatest catch isn’t a fish—it’s a new friendship, a shared experience, and a stronger sense of community. 💙🌿

08/04/2026

We're !! Check out our latest staff posting!

New Jersey Youth Corps of Phillipsburg is seeking a person with a passion for connecting with and engaging young people to assist us in our mission to educate, inspire, and support under-served, out-of-school youth in Warren County, NJ. Through a balance of academics and community-based service-lear...

07/22/2026

Great opportunity!

The priority window for 2026 Emerging Leaders' Summit applications is closing soon!

The ATC's Emerging Leaders' Summit (ELS) brings together a diverse group of young adults, ages 18-30 for trainings, workshops, and experiences with a focus on building skills and community through the lens of the Appalachian Trail.

This year's summit will be held October 9-11 at the New Jersey School of Conservation. The Summit is free for all participants and travel scholarships are available on an as-needed basis. Applications received by July 30 will be prioritized.

For more information and to apply, please visit https://appalachiantrail.org/els

📸 Rachel Lettre

06/24/2026

As we round out - we celebrate ! Check out our latest blog post about how establishing and maintaining habitats that support pollinators mirrors the foundations of the New Jersey Youth Corps of Phillipsburg experience.

We appreciate all the support from New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Town of Phillipsburg New Jersey, Warren County, New Jersey, Government, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Warren County Pollinator Protectors, Commissioner Lori Ciesla, Commissioner James Kern III, Commissioner Jason Sarnoski, Merrill Creek Reservoir, and The Corps Network!

We couldn't do this work without you!

A pollinator garden is more than a collection of flowers. It is a carefully supported habitat where small but essential organisms can find food, shelter, and the conditions needed to grow. That same idea reflects the purpose of the Youth Corps experience. Like a healthy habitat, the program is desi

06/23/2026

Last Friday, we participated in the Town of Phillipsburg Juneteenth celebrations! First, the dedication of a soon-to-be installed plaque recognizing an unknown black child buried at the site of the Phillipsburg Cemetery. Then we celebrated the former Eagle Hotel -(a well documented stop on the Underground Railroad, now housing ) - being recognized as a Town historical site - and then finally raised the Juneteenth Flag to commence the celebration at Shappell Park.

06/12/2026

To celebrate National Service and Conservation Corps Day, a few members of the New Jersey Youth Corps of Phillipsburg joined partners of The Corps Network and young adults from multiple Corps across the region and gathered for maintenance and improvement projects at Meridian Hill Park in Washington, D.C.

In recognition of America’s 250th anniversary, volunteer hours generated help support goal of making 2026 the largest year of volunteer service in U.S. history.

https://corpsnetwork.org/press-release/more-than-120-volunteers-gather-in-washington-dc-for-the-corps-network-11th-great-outdoors-day-of-service/

06/06/2026

Today is National Trails Day! check out our latest blog post!

Thankful for our Partners: Town of Phillipsburg, Warren Parks, Warren County Parks Foundation, Merrill Creek Reservoir, Warren County, New Jersey, Government, New Jersey State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites, New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, The Corps Network!

Trails tell a story about responsibility. When a trail is overgrown, washed out, blocked, or neglected, access is limited. When a trail is cared for, it becomes a shared community asset.

04/22/2026

🌍 At NJ Youth Corps of Phillipsburg, Earth Day is more than a celebration—it reflects our mission.

At we cultivate a nurturing environment that supports the needs of our participants. By integrating classroom learning with meaningful conservation projects, participants strengthen literacy, teamwork, responsibility, and job skills while contributing to a cleaner, healthier environment!
Sound interesting? If you’re 16-25 and need your diploma, NJYC can help you become a better you while you help make the world a better place! Link in bio!