We will do the full loop 8 miles if the weather is not too cold or windy. There is a 5 mile trail for those who do not wish to do the full 8 miles. Bring food and water. Binoculars and cameras are also good to have on this trip, there should still be plenty of water fowl.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

Also known as Seven Bridges Road, this road travels the length of Great Bay Wildlife Management Area. We will view the abandoned fish factory, the old Coast Guard station and a historic Native American site. We will also visit several other historic sites in the area, such as the former location of the "Tuckerton Tower", rumored to play a role in our entry into World War I. Please pack a lunch, bring your binoculars and dress for the weather.

PICK-UP: Parking Lot, Wells Mills County Park, Waretown

FEE: $14.00 per person
AGE: 9 years - Adult

Sponsored by the Ocean County Parks Department.

Travel in quiet comfort to view the majesty of the Pinelands. Look for signs of animals that remain active in winter. Learn of strategies used by plants and animals to survive the cold and often dry conditions of the Pine Barrens in winter.

Location: Whitesbog General Store

Sponsored by the Pinelands Institute for Natural & Environmental Studies

Stroll the Historic Village, learn about Whitesbog's role in history and visit Suningive, Elizabeth White's historic home, the worker's cottages and other buildings that speak to Whitesbog's heritage. $5/person.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Preservation Trust.

Join us for a 7-mile paddle on the "Jewel of the Pinelands". Meet at Lake Oswego. Experienced winter pines paddlers only. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation.

Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

Rich variety of habitats: cedar swamp, old fields, hardwood forest and freshwater lakes. Possible view of Bald Eagles. Bad weather cancels. Bring lunch and water. 8-9 miles, moderate to brisk pace.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

Volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy Gardiner is continuing her free monthly "Wednesday Walk-in-the-Woods" program at Bass River State Forest. Explore the nature of Bass River State Forest on this 5-mile, moderate-paced hike from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meet at the Lake Absegami breezeway. Be advised the closest restroom is at the Forest Office on your way to the lake.

Bring lunch and eat at the historic Civilian Conservation Corps rain shelter or continue back to your vehicle. Be prepared for mostly flat walking. Rain cancels.

For more information and to register contact the Bass River State Forest Office at (609) 296-1114.

This informative presentation will focus on honey bees, detailing their serious decline known as colony collapse disorder and the resulting implications for our food supply and society. This is an updated version of last year's "Bee Aware" presentation. Adults only, please. Handouts will be provided with valuable information on how individuals can make a difference starting with their home and garden. Registration required by calling 609-265-5068.

Note: The Rutgers Cooperative Ext. building is located at 2 Academy Dr., behind the main County library in Westampton. Take Woodlane Rd. to Pioneer Blvd. Continue past the library (on left) and the special services school on the right. Turn left on Academy Dr. The RCE building is on your right.

Sponsored by the Burlington County Park System.

The Pinelands Commission usually meets on the second Friday of each month. These meetings are open to the public and are most frequently conducted at the Richard J. Sullivan Center for Environmental Policy and Education, 15C Springfield Road, New Lisbon, New Jersey. The Commission does sometimes meet at other locations in the Pinelands during the year, so please confirm the meeting place by calling the Commission's offices.

Committees of the Commission meet between the regularly scheduled monthly meetings. The committees include Comprehensive Management Plan (CMP) Policy and Implementation, Permanent Land Protection, Personnel and Budget, Public and Governmental Programs, and Science.

This informative presentation will focus on honey bees, detailing their serious decline known as colony collapse disorder and the resulting implications for our food supply and society. This is an updated version of last year's "Bee Aware" presentation. Adults only, please. Handouts will be provided with valuable information on how individuals can make a difference starting with their home and garden. Registration required by calling 609-265-5068.

Sponsored by the Burlington County Park System.

The event will again be held at the Vienna Inn in Egg Harbor Twp. Keynote speakers will be Ted Gordon and Nancy O'Mallon, with entertainment by PPA's Russell Juelg. This fun afternoon is free & open to the public. The Family Style Dinner is from 4:30PM to 7:30PM; $30 per person prior to Feb 1, 2010; after that, $33 per person.

About 5 miles. Easy to moderate pace. We will hike in the environs of the Jackson Rd., which runs between Tuckerton Rd., and Atco, including the loop trail in the Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge. This is a good chance to see this refuge dedicated to the preservation of wildlife. A $2.00 per person donation to the refuge will be collected. If coming in from the Sawmill Rd. (west) entrance, do not park in the area in front of the Nature Center but proceed to the next area.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

Celebrate the start of spring and all that is green this St. Patrick's Day, by hiking the scenic trail on The Nature Conservancy's Manumuskin River Preserve. Join staff for a guided tour through Manumuskin, which at 3,500 acres is the largest Conservancy preserve in New Jersey. The preserve hosts an array of rare plants, animals and plant communities mainly due to the pristine water quality and undisturbed nature of the area.

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Registration/Fee:
This hike is free. Reservations strongly recommended.

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Sponsored by The Nature Conservancy.

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Pinelands Rediscovered: The Princeton Artists Alliance is a nature and artist collaboration to express visions and interpretations of The New Jersey Pinelands. The Alliance explored the pinelands on their hands and knees and in the air to understand the vastly unique qualities of the New Jersey Pine Barrens.

Interpretations in sculpture, mixed media, photography and painting describe the ecosystem and its dramatic importance in our region. The exhibition is accompanied by information from the New Jersey Conservation Foundation.

The exhibit runs from March 19 - May 30, 2010.

Burlington County College. Featuring a record total of 43 presentations, including 27 new courses, six field trips and two all-day bus tours.

Sponsored by the NJ Pinelands Commission and Burlington County College.

The 14th annual New Jersey Land Conservation Rally is one of the nation's largest statewide conservation training events. The Rally is a daylong educational event offering more than 30 workshops, roundtables, and networking opportunities. Over 350 conservationists attend each year.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve covers 115,000 acres around the most pristine estuary from Boston to Virginia. Discover how it is being used and how their research is helping to preserve our coastal environment.

Sponsored by the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences.

Welcome spring with a paddle on Burlington County's 10-mile canoe trail. Rentals are not available. Meet 8:15 for breakfast at the Vincentown Diner, Rte 206 and Rte 38. Contact leaders to confirm trip, logistics and meeting time.

Sponsored by the NJ Sierra Club.

Join us to see some of the Pine Plains (Dwarf Forest) areas this spring. We expect to see Broom Crowberry blossoming as well as some very interesting recently burned areas. Meet at the PPA headquarters at 10:00 a.m. After a brief overview, we will car-pool and caravan to the several sites. Pack a lunch, drinks, and snacks -- lunch in the field. Watch the forecast; dress for the weather. Pre-egistration required - $10 per person, payable by credit card or check.

5-6 miles, moderate paced walk among the working cranberry bogs and along woodland roads and paths. Four legged hikers will be provided trail eats. We will have a short trailside snack break and be back in time for lunch near the General Store. Meet at the parking area across from the store.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

Join us on a journey to a controlled burn site and a site that shows re-growth after fire. The focus of this program will be the relationship of the soil and plant life to the frequency of forest fires. Learn about the species adapted to survive and thrive after a fire.

Location: Whitesbog General Store

Fundraiser for our partners at Earth Share NJ, the state's only environmental workplace giving federation.

Fine Wine, Wonderful Food, and Great Art. Plus the Exclusive Experience New Jersey Naturally Auctions.

Listen to the night sounds of the Pines, learn about Whitesbog and experience the seasonal changes of the Pinelands. All walks are 3‑5 miles in length, weather permitting and led by experienced leaders. Reservations requested. $5/person.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Preservation Trust.

7-8 miles, moderate pace. When the cawing of the crows signals the end of winter. First night hike after the vernal equinox. Hope for warmer nights and the sounds of whippoorwills. Meet at Atsion.

Sponsored by the Outdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

12 miles, moderate pace. We will hike the yellow trail out to Quaker Bridge. We will hike the Batona and Batsto Lake trails back. A pretty hike with a variety of terrains. Scenic views of river and stream. Also look for the Quaker Bridge Turkey. I've seen him every time I've hiked there. It means good luck! Hike Conditions: Should be dry. Normal stops, Well-behaved pets OK. NC. Meet at Batsto.

Sponsored by the Outdsdoor Club of South Jersey. Membership is required to attend Club program; however, you may attend one Club program as a guest.

If you're a serious hiker, you will love this 10-mile trek through the Franklin Parker Preserve. Experience the diverse ecology and beautiful scenery of 9,400 acres in the New Jersey Pine Barrens of Burlington County, acquired in 2003. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and pack water and lunch.
Meet at the gate on Route 563 in Chatsworth. Contact Chris Jage at chris@njconservation.org or 609-567-2112 for more information. Space is limited. Registration required. $5 members/$10 non-members.

Sponsored by the NJ Conservation Foundation.