New Jersey A3425 allows foraging in state parks and forests for personal use, with restrictions on endangered species.

New Jersey A3425 permits individuals to forage fruits, fungi, nuts, plants, and parts thereof in state parks and forests for personal use, defined as consumption by the forager, their family, or friends. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) can limit foraging in areas where it poses environmental or public safety risks, such as protecting nesting birds or preventing erosion. Park personnel can establish temporary barriers and notify the DEP if foraging poses a threat to wildlife, land, or public safety. The DEP will then investigate and decide if foraging can continue.

New Jersey A3425 allows foraging in state parks and forests for personal use, with restrictions on endangered species.

New Jersey A3425 permits individuals to forage fruits, fungi, nuts, plants, and parts thereof in state parks and forests for personal use, defined as consumption by the forager, their family, or friends. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) can limit foraging in areas where it poses environmental or public safety risks, such as protecting nesting birds or preventing erosion. Park personnel can establish temporary barriers and notify the DEP if foraging poses a threat to wildlife, land, or public safety. The DEP will then investigate and decide if foraging can continue.