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| Events For 03/09/12
(Friday)
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OWL CALLING BY MOONLIGHT WALK
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center,
170 Longview Road
, Far Hills,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Owl calling at night at Bamboo Brook, Friday March 9 at 6 pm - 8 pm: Late winter is a great time to listen and call for our breeding owls, as courtship and nesting has already begun! We will amble along our woodland edges, calling for Screech Owls to fly in and perch above our heads. We might hear Great Horned Owls singing their courtship duets, and if the weather is mild, perhaps even see courtship flights of the American Woodcock!
FREE
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| Events For 03/13/12
(Tuesday)
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SPECIAL PINELANDS PLANTS ADVANCED COURSE
Time: Tuesdays 7-9 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Event Sponsor: Pinelands Preservation Alliance
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End: 11/30/12
Location: Pinelands Preservation Alliance,
117 Pemberton Road,
, Southampton,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Each participant will study a 5000 squarefoot site on the Franklin Parker Preserve (Burlington County.) Participants may work alone or with a partner. There will be 9 monthly workshop sessions at PPA headquarters.The goal is to create a complete, specimen-based list of all vascular plant species on the site. The course fee is $150 to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org. Registration is limited to 30 people.
The James C. Rutherford Jr. Scholarship is available to qualifying registrants. The scholarship was established with contributions made to Pinelands Preservation Alliance in memory of Jim Rutherford, a local biologist who was an enthusiastic student of all phases of Pine Barrens ecology, an ardent conservationist, and an attendee of the Special Pinelands Plants courses of 2005, 2006, and 2007.
Scholarship applications should be sent to Becky Free, Pinelands Preservation Alliance, 17 Pemberton Rd., Southampton, NJ 08088. The application letter should include name, address, phone and email, and an explanation of why you wish to participate and how it will benefit your career or studies. Include resume. Deadline for scholarships is May 1, 2012.
$150 per person to be paid in advance.
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| Events For 04/12/12
(Thursday)
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FORAGED FLAVOR WITH TAMA MATSUOKA
Time: 7 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Contact: 908-234-1225
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EMAIL
Wild plants become tantalizing dishes when forager and cookbook author of Foraged Flavor, Tama Matsuoka, surveys a backyard. Engage intellectually, philosophically and gastronomically as Tama discusses her unique work including: establishing a wild kitchen garden, creating sustainable edible meadows, incorporating foraged foods, and working with Eddy Leroux, revered chef at New York's premier restaurant, Daniel.
Enjoy a 45-minute guided foraging tour to identify edibles in their native environment prior to the presentation. Tour begins at 6 pm.
Both events will take place atthe home of Jane and Mike Steele
RSVP and payment required throughcarol@njconservation.org prior to the event.
$10 for presentation only
$40 for special tour, presentation, copy of Foraged Flavor.
Purchase tickets through carol@njconservation.org. Details of the meeting location will be provided upon registration.
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| Events For 04/14/12
(Saturday)
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YELLOW TRAIL HIKE AT FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Route 563
, Chatsworth,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
The 5-mile Yellow Trail at Franklin Parker Preserve in Chatsworth, Burlington County, provides excellent views of the variety of wildlife habitats and vegetation communities in the NJ Pine Barrens. Open water of reservoirs, old cranberry bogs now restored to more natural wetlands, Pine/Oak forests, and Cedar Swamps are some of the highlights. The pace will be leisurely with plenty of stops along the way. Pack a lunch and plenty of beverages, and meet us at the South Gate (Speedwell Avenue). Leader: Russell Juelg, Land Steward-Pine Barrens Education, New Jersey Conservation Foundation
$15 to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 05/05/12
(Saturday)
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TOP TO BOTTOM HIKE ON THE BATONA TRAIL
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Route 532
, Chatsworth,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Come on out and shake off the winter blues by hiking the Franklin Parker Preserve, Burlington County, from its top to its bottom. This 10-mile hike will follow the new route of the Batona Trail that crosses the Franklin Parker Preserve. We will pass through some the hidden spots of the preserve where wildlife such as beaver and bald eagle are often seen preparing for another spring.
Limited to 25 people.
$5 to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 05/11/12
(Friday)
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BIRDS OF BAMBOO BROOK OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER
Time: 8:30 am - 10 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center,
170 Longview Road
, Far Hills,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center in Chester Township contains a variety of habitats for both resident and migratory birds. Join New Jersey Conservation Foundation and Lisa MacCollum, Assistant Director, Land Acquisition, as we follow the trails along the brook and through the fields, forest and a formal garden in search of the sights and sounds of the birds found on the grounds during the migration and nesting season.
This event is FREE. You may contact carol@njconservation.org with quesstions.
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| Events For 05/19/12
(Saturday)
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SPRING STAR PARTY AT THE FRANKLILN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 7 pm - 11 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Event Sponsor: Willingboro Astronomical Society
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Route 532
, Chatsworth,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Looking for fun and an educational night under the stars? Please join New Jersey Conservation Foundation and the Willingboro Astronomical Society at the Franklin Parker Preserve in Chatsworth, Burlington County, for our annual Spring Star Party. The night time sky offers an incredible and diverse array of wonders that fill the dark skies of the Pine Barrens. You may contact carol@njconservation.org with questions. This event is FREE.
In case of cloudy or inclement weather, visit www.wasociety.us for cncellation information.
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| Events For 05/20/12
(Sunday)
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PHOTOGRAPHY WITH MICHAEL HOGAN, NATURE PHOTOGRAPHER
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Grissom Road
, Mannington Meadows,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Enjoy a walk with professional nature photographer Mike Hogan, and learn how to capture the beauty of this natural setting. Bring your camera, a snack and plenty of water.
Limited to 20 people.
More detailed directions to the meeting location will be given upon registration.
$20 per person paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 05/31/12
(Thursday)
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SPECIAL PINELANDS COURSE-FUNDAMENTALS
Time: Thursday evenings, 7-9 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Event Sponsor: www.pinelandsalliance.org
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End: 08/02/12
Location: Pinelands Preservation Alliance,
17 Pemberton Road
, Southampton,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
“Fundamentals of Pinelands Field Botany and Vegetation Communities,” a joint program of New Jersey Conservation Foundation and Pinelands Preservation Alliance, will be offered as a 10-week course this summer.
Using popular field guides and technical manuals, the course will focus on how to identify plants in the wild. Special attention will be paid to rarities. Participants will also learn to recognize the major vegetation communities of the Pinelands. The class will also discuss the protection measures that are in effect for the rarities of the region.
The James C. Rutherford Jr. Scholarship is available to two qualifying registrants. The scholarship was established with contributions made to the Pinelands Preservation Alliance (PPA) in memory of Jim Rutherford, a local biologist who was an enthusiastic student of all phases of Pine Barrens ecology, an ardent conservationist, and a participant in PPA’s Special Pinelands Plants Courses of 2005, 2006, and 2007.
To apply for a scholarship to the Special Pinelands Plants Course-Fundamentals or Special Pinelands Plants Course - Advanced, please send a letter and your resume to:
Becky Free
Director of Philanthropy
Pinelands Preservation Alliance
17 Pemberton Road
Southampton, NJ 08088
becky@pinelandsalliance.org
Include full name, address, phone and email address. Your letter should explain why you wish to participate in the Special Pinelands Plants Course, how it will benefit your career or studies, and what your need is for the scholarship. Please include a copy of your resume. Scholarship recipients are expected to attend the entire course.
Preferential consideration will be given to full-time students. If you have any questions about the scholarship please contact Becky at 609-859-8860 ext 21 or by email at becky@pinelandsalliance.org.
Field trips at the Franklin Parker Preserve will run from 9 am - 3 pm on Saturdays or Sundays on 10 consecutive weekends:
June 10, June 16, June 24, June 30, July 8, July 22, and July 28
$150 per person to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 06/02/12
(Saturday)
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COOPER RIVER KAYAK/CANOE TRIP
Time: 12:00 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: To be determined,
, Camden,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Paddle the Cooper River in Camden with New Jersey Conservation Foundation and staff member, Marie Tranguch, Regional Manager South Jersey Metro. This is a joint venture with the Urban Treckers Boatworks and Delaware River Keeper Network.
Explore the crannies and rocks along the river and you may see cormorants, kingfishers, green herons and possibly a bald eagle. $15 per person not including canoe or kayak rental. If you need a boat, please contact mariat@njconservation.org and she will try to locate one for you.
Close-toe shoes and life jacket is required. Pack water, sunscreen, hat and a snack. Reservations must be made in advance through carol@njconservation.org. Location to be determined at a later date.
Limited to 20 people.
$15 per person.
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RED TRAIL HIKE AT THE FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 10 am - 3 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Event Sponsor: www.pinelandsalliance.org
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Route 532
, Chatsworth,
Contact: Tom Dunn 609-859-8860 X14
WEBSITE
EMAIL
New Jersey Conservation Foundation and Pinelands Preservation Alliance join together to bring you this 6-mile Red Trail at the Franklin Parker Preserve. The trail is primarily a footpath through the woods, but portions of it coincide with dike and service roads, which allows hikers to see the many and diverse features of the Preserve. It provides access to Cedar Swamps and Hardwood Swamps, and traverses Pitch Pine Lowlands and Pine/Scrub Oak Forests. The pace will be leisurely, with plenty of stops along the way. Pack a lunch and plenty of water, and meet us at the North Gate (Lake Entrance).
Limited to 25 people
$15 per person
Register and purchase tickets through tomdunn@pinelandsalliance.org
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NATIONAL TRAILS DAY AT APSHAWA PRESERVE
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Macopin Road
, West Milford,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Don’t miss the opportunity to celebrate National Trails Day at the Apshawa Preserve in West Milford, Passaic County. This beautiful property, owned and managed by New Jersey Conservation Foundation and Passaic County, boasts rocky outcrops, a tumbling brook and panoramic views. Ingrid Vandegaer, New Jersey Conservation Foundation's Highlands Project Manager, will lead this 2-hour hike. Be sure to bring your binoculars and plenty of water, and to wear appropriate clothing, and hiking boots. FREE.
The event is free, but please contact carol@njconservation.org for questions and to register.
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| Events For 06/18/12
(Monday)
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MEADOW WALK THROUGH BAMBOO BROOK
Time: 8 - 10 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center,
170 Longview Road
, Far Hills,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Blaine Rothauser, nature photographer and biologist, will lead this walk through the meadows of Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center in Chester Township, Morris County. There are beautiful flowering trees and flowers in our formal gardens as well as the surrounding area. Common milkweed, butterfly weed, and wild bergamot are plants that folks will likely see in June. Magnifying glasses may be a help in identifying some of the smaller creatures, and of course, a camera to capture the beauty of early summer.
This event is FREE. You may contact carol@njconservation.org with questions and for reservations.
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| Events For 06/23/12
(Saturday)
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TRAIL RIDE ON HORSEBACK IN TEWKSBURY
Time: 9:s0 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Join Beth Davisson, Project Manager of the Black River Greenway for New Jersey Conservation Foundation, and Karen Taylor of the Tewksbury Trail Association, for a ride through two of New Jersey Conservation Foundation's most beautiful properties: The Cold Brook Preserve and the Hill and Dale Property. We’ll stop along the way for a snack. You must bring your own horse.
Pre-registration required.
The rides will be of varing lengths and speeds depending on the number of participants, going from walk only through walk-trot-canter.
Donations are appreciated.
Register through carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 07/14/12
(Saturday)
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BLUEBERRY PICKIN' AT FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 9 - 11 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Route 523
, Chatsworth,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
The Franklin Parker Preserve, New Jersey Conservation Foundation’s largest preserve, is known mostly for its history of cranberry cultivation, but there are also some huge, previously cultivated blueberry fields. Many of these areas continue to produce big, delicious blueberries! Come out for an “all you can pick” experience. Meet at the North Gate (Lake Entrance). We will carpool and caravan from there. Bring plenty of beverages. Wear long pants, a long-sle3eved shirt, and a hat so you don’t expose too much skin to the bugs. Trip leader: Russell Juelg, Land Steward-Pine Barrens Education.
$5 per person to be paid in advance through carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 07/16/12
(Monday)
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PINE BARRENS TREEFROG OUTING AT THE FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 7 pm - 11 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Route 532
, Chatsworth,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
On warm, humid nights in the early summer, the iconic treefrogs of the Pine Barrens gather at ponds for their annual mating ritual. We’ll visit one or more of these ponds and listen for and hopefully get up close and intimate with these beautiful creatures. Bring a flashlight and meet us at the North Gate (Lake Entrance)to the Franklin Parker Preserve. We will carpool and caravan from there. Wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and a hat so you don’t expose too much skin to the mosquitoes! Your trip leader will be Russell Jeulg, Land Steward-Pine Barrens Education.
$5 per person. Register through carol@njconservation.org or 908-234-1225.
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| Events For 07/19/12
(Thursday)
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LEARN ABOUT THE
Time: 9-11 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center,
170 Longview Road
, Far Hills,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Kelli Kovacevic, Superintendent of Natural Resource Management, Morris County Park Commission, and Tim Morris, Stewardship director at New Jersey Conservation, will help to expand your knowledge of invasive species that threaten the diversity of native plant communities and their associated wildlife. Learn how to minimize the impact of these most unwanted plants including Multiflora rose, Japanese barberry, Oriental bittersweet, and Asian honeysuckles to give native plants some room to grow.
This event is FREE. You may contact carol@njconservation.org or 908-234-1225 for more information and to register.
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| Events For 07/21/12
(Saturday)
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BREWING BLUEBERRIES AT THE FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Route 532
, Chatsworth,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Join New Jersey Conservation Foundation staff home-brewing experts Russell Juelg and Chris Jage to learn the basics of brewing beer at home (or in this case, in the woods!). The recipe for the day will include wild blueberries that we will forage on the Franklin Parker Preserve.
Limited to 20 people.
$25 per person to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 08/11/12
(Saturday)
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BUTTERFLIES OF BAMBOO BROOK
Time: 9 - 11 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center,
170 Longview Road
, Far Hills,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Search for butterflies in summer meadows along Patriots’ Path at the Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center. In the mid-1960s, New Jersey Conservation Foundation was one of the organizations that conceived the idea of creating a path that would traverse Morris County and connect with trails in neighboring counties. Blaine Rothauser, nature photographer and biologist, will teach children and adults how to identify butterflies and share fun facts about these beautiful creatures
This event is FREE. You may contact carol@njconservation.org for more information and registration.
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| Events For 08/25/12
(Saturday)
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CAMDEN URBAN GARDEN TOUR
Time: To be determined
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Camden,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Join New Jersey Conservation Foundation's Maria Tranguch, Regional Manager South Jersey Metro, and several other organizations on an urban garden tour in Camden, showcasing the Delaware Valley's fastest growing urban garden movement. The tour will bring to light challenges, benefits, and policies surrounding urban food production.
Please put this program on your calendar, and check the website in the late spring for specific date,time, and meeting location.
$15 per person to be paid in advance through carol@njconservation.org or 908-234-1225
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| Events For 09/08/12
(Saturday)
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BOTANICAL EXPEDITION AT THE FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 9 am - 3 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Event Sponsor: www.pinelandsalliance.org
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Route 563
, Chatsworth,
Contact: Tom Dunn 609-859-8860 X14
WEBSITE
EMAIL
This is a joint hike with New Jersey Conservation Foundation and Pinelands Preservation Alliance on the Franklin Parker Preserve in Chatsworth. The Pine Barrens of New Jersey is famous for its distinctive vegetation. There are several plants here that evidently occur nowhere else on earth. Spend a day at the Preserve learning about the surprising diversity of plant life here, and how the plants represent the stage upon which all the other life forms play.
Meet at the South Gate (Speedwell Avenue), and we will carpool and caravan from there. Bring a lunch and plenty of beverages. Wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and a hat so you don’t expose too much skin to the bugs!
Limited to 25 people.
$15 per person to be paid in advance through tomdunn@pinelandsalliance.org
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| Events For 09/15/12
(Saturday)
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FALL HIKE AT APSHAWA PRESERVE
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 am
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Macopin Road
, West Milford,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
New Jersey Conservation Foundation’s Apshawa Preserve has beautiful vistas and a variety of hiking trails. The Apshawa Preserve is a 576-acre natural area preserved by New Jersey Conservation Foundation and Passaic County. This 2 hour hike will take you over rocky outcrops with views of the reservoir. This is a great place to take pictures so be sure to bring your camera and binoculars. This moderately strenuous hike over uneaven terraine,will be led by New Jersey Conservation Foundation's Ingrid Vandegaer, Regional Manager, Highlands.
$5 per person to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org. Children are FREE.
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| Events For 09/16/12
(Sunday)
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MUSHROOM FORAY IN HUNTERDON COUNTY
Time: 10 am - Noon
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Prallsville Mills,
Route 29
, Stockton,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Have you always wanted to learn more about mushrooms? Join Alix Bacon, Regional Manager, Western Piedmont, New Jersey Conservation Foundation, to forage for mushrooms in the Wickecheoke Creek Greenway.
We will meet at the Prallsville Mill in Stockton.
Bring a basket for mushroom collecting, your camera, and lot of water.
Limited to 30 people.
$5 per person payable in advance to carol@njconservation.org or 908-234-1225
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| Events For 09/25/12
(Tuesday)
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AUTUMN WALK AT BAMBOO BROOK
Time: 4 - 6 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center,
170 Longview Road
, Far Hills,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Emile DeVito, staff biologist, New Jersey Conservation Foundation, will lead this early autumn hike. This is a great time of year to observe Monarch butterfly migration and late season wildflowers. The meadows of Bamboo Brook contain beautiful fall asters, goldenrods, and many native pollinators. These drought-resistant, colorful, native flower meadows are a hub of activity, so bring a magnifying glass and observe remarkable details of flowers and their pollinators!
This event is FREE. You may contact carol@njconservation.org for registration and questions.
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| Events For 10/06/12
(Saturday)
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GREAT SWAMP HIKE AND RECEPTION
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Great Swamp Wildlife Refuse - Fenske Visitor Center,
32 Pleasant Plains Road
, Basking Ridge,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
One of our most popular hikes features New Jersey Conservation Foundation staff biologist Emile DeVito, and biologist and nature photographer, Blaine Rothauser, who will enlighten and entertain you on a walk through the restricted management area of the Great Swamp Wildlife Refuge following a reception at the Fenske Visitor Center.
Bring your cameras, binoculars and water.
Space is limited so sign up early!
$5 per person to be paid in advance through carol@njconservation.org
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| Events For 10/13/12
(Saturday)
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PHOTOGRAPHY WITH MICHAEL HOGAN, SESSION II
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Grissim Road
, Mannington Meadows,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Join Mike Hogan, professional nature photographer and Janet Eisenhauer, Project Manager Delaware Bay Watershed, New Jersey Conservation Foundation, at the Fichera property at Mannington Meadows, Salem County. You will come away with new knowledge of photography and how to produce your best pictures.
Bring your camera, a snack, and plenty of water.
Space is limited
Specific directions will be given at the time of registration.
$20 per person to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org. Reservations are required.
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| Events For 10/20/12
(Saturday)
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FALL STAR PARTY AT THE FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE
Time: 6 - 11 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Route 532
, Chatsworth,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Is astronomy your thing? Join New Jersey Conservation Foundation and the Willingboro Astronomical Society at the Franklin Parker Preserve in Chatsworth, Burlington County for our annual fall Star Party. The “dark sky” in the Pine Barrens offers a great opportunity to look through a variety of telescopes to site some of the incredible wonders of the nighttime sky.
In case of inclement weather, visit www.wasociety.us for cancellation information.
Refreshments will be served.
$5 per per person to be paid at the "door." Children are free. Contact carol@njconservation.org for more information.
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| Events For 10/27/12
(Saturday)
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FALL HIKE IN TEWKSBURY
Time: To be determined
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Details to be posted at a later date.
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FALL HIKE IN TEWKSBURY
Time: To be determined
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Details to be posted at a later date.
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| Events For 10/28/12
(Sunday)
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JERSEY DEVIL HIKE
Time: 9 am - 2 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Leeds Point,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Gather your courage and join New Jersey Conservation Foundations, Chris Jage, Assistant Director for South Jersey, on an 8-mile hike in Leeds Point, Atlantic County, birthplace of the mythical Jersey Devil. According to the Pine Barrens legend, there is a haunted place in the bog along the Muillica River where the sight of the Jersey Devil is considered to be an omen of disaster.
Bring a snack, water and your camera.
Limited to 25 people.
Specific location will be given at time of registration.
$5 per person to be paid in advance to carol@njconservation.org. Children are FREE!
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| Events For 11/11/12
(Sunday)
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DONALD JONES MEMORIAL HIKE
Time: 11 am - 4 pm
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Sponsored by: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
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Location: Prallsville Mills,
Route 29
, Stockton,
Contact: 908-234-1225
WEBSITE
EMAIL
Our annual Donald Jones Memorial Hike in Stockton, Hunterdon County, is one of our most popular events. Three separate hikes of varying length allow participants to experience the special topography of the Wickecheoke Creek Greenway. Dogs are allowed on some of the hikes. The reception following the hike will is a real treat and will be held at the Prallsville Mills.
You may contact carol@njconservation for further details.
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