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NJ Pines Barrens expert Rick Radis will take you to some of his favorite local haunts for Pine Barrens natural history. Sign up early as this is a popular trip. This is a joint trip with SHBO. Leader Rick Radis. Cost: members, $15; nonmembers, $20.

Sponsored by the NJ Audubon Society.

Enjoy visits to three area sites during this Saturday trip. Karl will do his usual magic with plant ID and focus on the diversity of species found at Rancocas, Smithville, and Brendan Bryne. It's a great way to brush up on the skills learned in last fall's tree course. Leader: Karl Anderson. Cost: members, $15; nonmembers, $20.

Sponsored by the NJ Audubon Society.

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

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.

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

Join Pine Barrens expert Rick Radis for a trip to the Parker Preserve and the Martha Furnace for rare plants, natural history, and perhaps an Arethusa orchid. Cost: NJAS members, $15; nonmembers, $20.

Sponsored by the NJ Audubon Society.

BIRDING AND BOTANY IN THE PINELANDS

Associate naturalist John Courtney will share his expertise and enthusiasm about the flora and fauna found in the unique habitats of the Pinelands. This trip will be sure to uncover unusual species. This is a joint trip with Audubon Wildlife Society.

Leader: John Courtney. Cost: NJA members, $15; nonmembers, $20.

Please call to preregister for all field trips. You can also register by mailing a check to Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly, NJ 08060. To facilitate sending site directions, please include your e-mail address when you register or request that directions be mailed. Trips take place rain or shine (within reasonable limits). Group size is limited and a minimum number of participants is necessary. Bring binoculars and/or scopes, lunch (if desired), and dress appropriately for the weather.

Sponsored by the NJ Audubon Society.

Join Tom Boyle as he explores Double Trouble State Park in Ocean County for nesting species and other surprises. A preserved historic village associated with early industries adds interest to this site. Leader: Tom Boyle. This is a joint trip with SHBO. Cost: NJA members, $15; nonmembers, $20.

Please call to preregister for all field trips. You can also register by mailing a check to Rancocas Nature Center, 794 Rancocas Road, Mount Holly, NJ 08060. To facilitate sending site directions, please include your e-mail address when you register or request that directions be mailed. Trips take place rain or shine (within reasonable limits). Group size is limited and a minimum number of participants is necessary. Bring binoculars and/or scopes, lunch (if desired), and dress appropriately for the weather.

Sponsored by the NJ Audubon Society.

Whitesbog Village Tour 1 PM $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

Moonlight Walk at 7 PM. Sturgeon Moon. reservations requested. $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

Whitesbog Village Tour 1 PM $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

Learn how native plants keep our gardens and our environment healthy and beautiful.

Lewis W. Barton Arboretum - Medford, NJ www.medfordleas.org 609-654-3000
Nature Trail Hike / from 10 am - 2pm FREE

Native Plant Society of New Jersey is proud to announce the Native Knowledge Event presented by the Member Gardens of the Garden State Gardens Consortium (GSG). GSG was created as a not for profit organization dedicated to promoting the public gardens throughout the Garden State. Their mission is to increase public awareness of and appreciation for New Jersey's public gardens by promoting their horticultural, educational, historic and artistic value and to facilitate the collaboration of allied professionals in order to promote public garden visitation, stewardship and support.

Public Gardens throughout the state are offering Native Plant themed walks, talks, tours, demonstrations and workshops during the entire month of September. NPSNJ is encouraging you to support your local public garden and increase your 'Native Knowledge' at the same time! Please see below for details.

Learn how native plants keep our gardens and our environment healthy and beautiful.

Lewis W. Barton Arboretum - Medford, NJ www.medfordleas.org 609-654-3000
Nature Trail Hike / from 10 am - 2pm FREE

Native Plant Society of New Jersey is proud to announce the Native Knowledge Event presented by the Member Gardens of the Garden State Gardens Consortium (GSG). GSG was created as a not for profit organization dedicated to promoting the public gardens throughout the Garden State. Their mission is to increase public awareness of and appreciation for New Jersey's public gardens by promoting their horticultural, educational, historic and artistic value and to facilitate the collaboration of allied professionals in order to promote public garden visitation, stewardship and support.

Public Gardens throughout the state are offering Native Plant themed walks, talks, tours, demonstrations and workshops during the entire month of September. NPSNJ is encouraging you to support your local public garden and increase your 'Native Knowledge' at the same time! Please see below for details.

Moonlight Walk at 7 PM. Harvest Moon. reservations requested. $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Preservation Trust.

Whitesbog Village Tour 1 PM $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

Moonlight Walk at 7 PM. Harvest Moon. reservations requested. $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Preservation Trust.

Whitesbog Village Tour 1 PM $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

Moonlight Walk at 7 PM. Harvest Moon. reservations requested. $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Preservation Trust.

Whitesbog Village Tour 1 PM $5/person. 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.

Sponsored by the Whitesbog Historic Trust.

Visit Franklin Parker Preserve for a day in the Pinelands with Lloyd Shaw and search for Tundra Swans, passerines, and a touch of botany. This is a joint trip with SHBO. Cost: Members $15; Nonmembers $20. Bring binoculars and/or scopes, lunch (if desired), and dress appropriately for the weather. Call to reserve space.

Sponsored by the NJ Audubon Society

Experienced naturalist Rick Radis will lead a tour to one of the most remarkable habitats anywhere, the New Jersey Pine Barrens. If you enjoy learning about the natural history of the region, don't miss this trip. This is a joint trip with SHBO. Cost: Members $15 and Nonmembers $20. Please call to preregister for all field trips. To facilitate sending site directions, please include your e-mail address when you register or request that directions be mailed. Trips take place rain or shine (within reasonable limits). Group size is limited and a minimum number of participants is necessary. Bring binoculars and/or scopes, lunch (if desired), and dress appropriately for the weather.

Sponsored by the NJ Audubon Society.

A field trip with the Gloucester County Nature Club

Plants of the Pine Barrens, Saturday, Sept. 24, 9 a.m. to mid-afternoon, Brendan Byrne State Forest - Route 70 East, Woodland Township.

Visit several plant communities of the Pine Barrens, including cedar swamps and upland pine and oak forest. The focus will be on woody plants and forest associations, but will include a look at some late-blooming wildflowers. If time permits, a brief botanical foray to Whitesbog will be included. This will be a joint trip with the Rancocas Nature Center.

Meet at the Brendan Byrne State Forest office - 1 mile East on Route 70 from the Route 70 and 72 circle, look for a Brendan Byrne State Forest sign on the right. Turn in and go a short distance to the office.

Bring binoculars, lunch, beverage. Have sufficient fuel in your car to drive about 20 miles during the day, some of it on unpaved roads. For additional information, call 856-845-7075.

Always a hotspot, Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is a favorite of experienced birders and novices alike. We'll be on the lookout for waterfowl, raptors, and other natural wonders. Meet at the refuge. This is a joint trip with SHBO. Leader: Lloyd Shaw. Cost $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers.

Please call to preregister for all field trips. To facilitate sending site directions, please include your e-mail address when you register or request that directions be mailed. Trips take place rain or shine (within reasonable limits). Group size is limited and a minimum number of participants is necessary. Bring binoculars and/or scopes, lunch (if desired), and dress appropriately for the weather.

Sponsored by NJ Audubon Rancocas Nature Center.

It's winter time and although many creatures are busy sleeping, the birds are not! Join us as we try and spot a variety of our feathered friends from a van along the Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge birding loop. Bring your lunch, binoculars and ID guides. FREE.

Registration is required for all programs by calling Melanie at 609-812-0649 ext. 206 or visit us online at www.jcnerr.org