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Tag Archives: Connect With Nature
Where, When to Find the Rare Bloodroot
By Mike Adamovic, Trail Conference volunteer Quickly after the last of the winter snow has dissipated and a flattened, tawny earth emerges to greet the first rays of the spring sun, certain streamsides and other moist areas throughout our region … Continue reading
Posted in Science, Trails
Tagged Bloodroot, Connect With Nature, Nature, Science, Spring, Trail Information, trails, Wildflowers
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Improving the Long Swamp Trail, One Hike at a Time
Eagle Scout could earn another prestigious Hornaday Conservation Award for his efforts combating invasive species in Sterling Forest By Zachary Kunow, Trail Conference volunteer I am a 16-year-old Eagle Scout with Boy Scout Troop 21 of Suffern, N.Y., and have … Continue reading
Posted in Hikes, Invasive Species, New York Trails, Profile, Science, Sterling Forest, Trails, Volunteering, West Hudson Trails
Tagged Boy Scouts, Community Outreach, Community Service, Connect With Nature, Conservation, Eagle Scout, invasive plants, Invasives Strike Force, New York, News, Science, Sterling Forest State Park, Trail Information, trails, Volunteers, West Hudson Trails
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“Stay Away from the Woods”: Countering the Idea that Nature Is Unsafe for Our Kids
By Hank Osborn, Senior Program Coordinator What messages are our children receiving about exploring the outdoors, and how will they affect future efforts to protect our environment? My wife and I try to get our young ones outside as much … Continue reading
Posted in Hikes, New Jersey Trails, New York Trails, Profile, Science, Trails
Tagged Connect With Nature, Conservation, East Hudson Trails, Hank Osborn, hikes, Hiking, hiking with kids, Science, trails
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Bird Count at Closter Nature Center Reveals More Than a Dozen Species
By Steve Kelman, Trail Walker Contributor On what may prove to be one the coldest days of this winter season, a small group of birding enthusiasts gathered at the cabin in front of the Closter Nature Center to take part … Continue reading
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Tagged Bergen County, Birds, Closter Nature Center, Connect With Nature, Conservation, New Jersey, News, Science, trails
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A Closer Look at Snow Fleas
By Hope Rogers, Trail Walker Contributor On a bright winter day, have you ever noticed what look like specks of dark soot in the snow, especially at the base of trees? And then, upon closer inspection, the “specks” are crawling … Continue reading
Posted in Hikes, New Jersey Trails, New York Trails, Science
Tagged Animals, Connect With Nature, hikes, Nature, New Jersey, New York, Science, Snow, Snow Fleas, Trail Information, trails, Winter hiking
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First Guest Artist Exhibition Installed at Trail Conference Headquarters
By Glenda Haas, Art Selection Committee Chair The newly renovated Trail Conference headquarters opened with many bare walls at the ribbon-cutting ceremony this past April. An Art Selection Committee has since been formed, led by volunteer Glenda Haas, and composed … Continue reading
Darlington Schoolhouse Opportunity: A Win-Win Situation
We asked Rick Levine, Life Member, an active Board Member, and member of the Stakeholder Action Team, why the Darlington Schoolhouse project is so important to the Trail Conference. When I first joined the Board, I was not expecting the … Continue reading
Volunteer Spotlight: Susan Barbuto
Susan Barbuto Life Member Franklin Lakes, New Jersey Seize the moment for our children My family and I have decided to make the renovation of the Darlington Schoolhouse a priority in our philanthropy because it is a one-time opportunity to … Continue reading
Darlington Schoolhouse Honor Wall: Naming Opportunities
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Darlington Hits the News Again as Fundraising Thermometer Is Unveiled Outside Schoolhouse
Outside the Darlington Schoolhouse yesterday, our campaign team volunteers gathered to unveil the Bolger Challenge Thermometer! The new, eye-catching sign lets passersby know about the project and how much we still need to raise to reach our goal. Currently, the … Continue reading