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Field trip program wins Governor's Award 

Program honored in the educator-led environmental education category. 

Winter program: 2022 water quality report review

Join us for a virtual presentation with a question-and-answer opportunity with Princeton Hydro.

Save the dates: 2023 events

Mark your calendar for LHF and lake-related events in 2023!

2022 in review

Reflecting on the programs, events, and initiatives that made our 10th anniversary year a success!  

Report and release tagged trout on Lake Hopatcong  

 A three-year study to track trout survival rates and their correlation to overall lake health.
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation works to foster a vibrant and healthy Lake Hopatcong and its surrounding community. We do this through a variety of programs and initiatives in the following areas: environment, education, community and historical preservation, public safety, recreation, and arts and culture.

Environment

The Lake Hopatcong Foundation has a strong focus on maintaining and improving the lake environment as the health of the lake affects all facets of the Lake Hopatcong experience. Programs center around improving water quality and invasive aquatic species prevention.  

Education

Water has an impact on our environment, economy, and community. The Foundation is dedicated to understanding Lake Hopatcong’s value as a vital resource and passing that knowledge along to our children, ensuring that it will be carried to future generations.
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Community

With four towns, two counties, and the state,  all claiming at least some portion of Lake Hopatcong, the community can sometimes feel disjointed. One of the goals of the Lake Hopatcong Foundation is to build the sense of lake community, and to support the local businesses that surround it.
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Public Safety

As safety is always of the utmost importance on Lake Hopatcong, the Foundation is continuously coordinating with local safety officials to improve safety on the lake and connect the community with educational information and opportunities. In past years we have funded signage campaigns to report dangerous boating and have also contributed to the Jefferson Fire Department's purchase of a new fireboat for the lake.

Arts & Culture

The rehabilitation of the historical Lake Hopatcong Train Station and subsequent opening of the Lake Hopatcong Foundation Environmental and Cultural Center provides the Foundation with the ability to offer a selection of programs and exhibits open to the public. 
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Recreation

The Foundation is working to improve and enhance recreation opportunities on and around Lake Hopatcong. The centerpiece of our efforts is the Lake Hopatcong Trail, which, when completed, will traverse approximately 40 miles through four towns, eventually encircling the lake.

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Upcoming Events

DIVE IN to your creativity art contest
(all day)

Wednesday, February 1, 2023
LHF Events
Art Association in Roxbury meeting
 7:15pm - 9:30pm
First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Community Events
Boating Safety Course & Exam
 8:00am - 5:00pm
Shore Hills Country Club
Saturday, February 11, 2023
Community Events

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