Somerset County residents may bring their tree to Colonial Park, Parking Lot F, 156 Mettlers Road in East Millstone or to North Branch Park, 355 Milltown Road in Bridgewater at the northern end of the parking lot near the lighted ballfield.

Both facilities will accept trees from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week.

Each family is limited to one tree that must be free of all ornaments, wires, netting and tinsel. Only natural trees will be accepted. Wreaths and garland will not be accepted, as these items cannot be recycled. Deliveries from groups or dealers will be rejected. Following these guidelines is necessary to maintain a manageable recycling program.

Trees will be chopped into wood chips, which will be used throughout the park system to mulch plantings. Chips will also be made available to the public at the drop-off sites at no cost.

For more information, call the Somerset County Park Commission Horticulture Department at (732) 873-2459, Ext. 22 or NJ Relay at 711 for individuals with a hearing or speech impairment, Monday to Friday (except holidays) from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.