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Flying squirrel on a tree
Creature Feature: Squeak squad
Welcome back to our monthly Creature Feature series, where we spotlight the wildlife around Lake Hopatcong. After exploring birds and fish, it’s…

October 04, 2024
Education, Environment

Students in the river
Building environmental stewards: A new initiative for high school students
This fall, we are pleased to announce the expansion of our environmental field trip program. Over the past eight years, we have concentrated on engaging…

October 03, 2024
Education, Environment

Lake foam
Foam on the water: Is it harmful or harmless?
Sometimes foam is seen in near-shore areas or in the streams and wetlands that flow into Lake Hopatcong.  Frequently, people assume such foam is due…

October 03, 2024
Education, Environment

Buzzworthy blooms in our native gardens this week
Fall has arrived, and our native gardens continue to bloom! Right now, asters are taking center stage, with both New England asters and blue wood asters…

September 26, 2024
Education, Environment

LEAD Morris on the Lake Hopatcong Foundation Floating Classroom
Lead Morris class of 2024 explores Lake Hopatcong for Environment Day
The 2024 Lead Morris Class got an exciting hands-on learning experience on Lake Hopatcong during their recent Environment Day on September 17. Lead Morris,…

September 24, 2024
Education, Environment, People

Dogtooth Daisies
Buzzworthy blooms in our native gardens this week
Our native plant gardens highlight a range of species that thrive in our area’s conditions. Right now, we have two varieties flourishing during…

September 13, 2024
Education, Environment

SepticSmart Week Logo
Protect our lake with good septic maintenance
Did you know September 16-20 is SepticSmart Week? This nationwide initiative by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is about educating us…

September 11, 2024
Education, Environment

Several people engage in an experiment on the Floating Classroom
Hands-on learning and fun: A summer aboard the Floating Classroom
As the sun sets on another successful season of public eco-cruises on our Floating Classroom, we reflect on a journey that has not only delighted passengers…

September 09, 2024
Advocacy, Community, Education, Environment

A woman and child hike.
Discover adventure and learning on the Lake Loop hike
Are you ready for an exciting day of exploration and education? On Sunday, October 6, 2024, join us for the Lake Loop, a family-friendly, self-guided…

September 05, 2024
Education, Events, Fundraising, Recreation

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