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A graphic from the Plastic Free Foundation for 2025
Choose to Refuse and Protect Our Water
Have you heard of Plastic Free July? It’s a global movement that started in 2011 to help people reduce single-use plastics in their everyday lives.…

July 15, 2025
Community, Environment

Patrick Krudop holds an eyedrop with water in it
Just One Drop: Why Fresh Water Matters
Earth is often called the "Blue Planet" because of its vast oceans and abundant water. But despite how much water surrounds us, the amount that is actually…

July 14, 2025
Community, Environment

An ad for the 2025 Gala Auction.
The Auction Is Live and It’s Not To Be Missed
The Lake Hopatcong Foundation Auction is officially LIVE — let the bidding, buying, and giving begin! This year's auction, offered in conjunction…

July 11, 2025
Community, Events, Fundraising

Shrink Wrap being dropped off for recycling.
Boat Shrink Wrap Recycling Program Soars to 22 Tons in 2025
We are thrilled to announce that the third year of the Lake Hopatcong Shrink Wrap Recycling Program—part of the broader Morris and Sussex County…

July 09, 2025
Community, Environment

A man holds a collection box for a specialty recycling program created by Terracycle for repurposing empty candy wrappers.
That’s a Wrap!
We have put a wrap on our candy wrapper recycling program, which we launched last year to raise awareness about sustainability during Halloween,…

July 07, 2025
Community, Environment

An ad for the 2025 Gala Auction.
The Gala May be Sold Out, But You Can Still Take Part!
Always a popular event, our July 17 gala is officially sold out, and we’ve activated a waitlist, in case tickets become available. Many thanks to…

July 01, 2025
Community, Events, Fundraising

NJ Boat Regulation Commission meeting at Lake Hopatcong, July 9
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, July 9, at 10 am when the NJ Boat Regulation Commission will once again hold its July meeting at the Lake Hopatcong…

June 24, 2025
Community, Recreation, Safety

Jean Scrocco and Caitlin Doran pose for a photo outside of the Greg Hildebrandt art show
Imagination on Display: Honoring Greg Hildebrandt
From June 19 to 23, our historic train station transformed into an art gallery brimming with imagination and nostalgia. Visitors stepped into our single…

June 24, 2025
Arts & Culture, Community, Events, People

Patrick Krudop takes a group of students on a hike as part of the field trip program.
Spring Field Trips Make a Splash With Over 2,000 Students
Spring 2025 brought a fresh wave of enthusiasm, energy, and record-breaking participation to our educational field trip program at Hopatcong State Park.…

June 23, 2025
Community, Education, Environment

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