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A pile of differently branded candy wrappers
1,379 and Counting… A Sweet Solution to Plastic Waste
In November, we launched a special recycling program to collect candy and snack wrappers, aiming to spread awareness about recycling during Halloween—a…

January 21, 2025
Community, Environment

A map displaying the watershed surrounding Lake Hopatcong.
The Ripple Effect: How Watersheds Connect Us All
“In nature nothing exists alone.” - Rachel Carson, Silent Spring Every January 26, World Environmental Education Day highlights the importance…

January 20, 2025
Education, Environment

A tufted titmouse sits on a snowy perch.
Creature Feature: Frosty Feathers
Welcome back to another edition of Creature Feature, where we explore the wildlife that call Lake Hopatcong and New Jersey home! Whether you’re…

January 06, 2025
Education, Environment

A black bear walks near some brush next to a road.
Creature Feature: Hiber-Nation
Welcome to this month’s Creature Feature, where we explore the wildlife that call Lake Hopatcong and New Jersey home. In previous articles, we’ve…

December 04, 2024
Education, Environment

Let’s write the next chapter of Lake Hopatcong’s story
As we enter the season of gratitude and giving, we find ourselves reflecting on our Lake Hopatcong stories, stories of how we connect to the lake, and…

November 22, 2024
Advocacy, Environment, Fundraising

2024 Lake Hopatcong Foundation numbers infographic square
2024 year in review
As the year starts to wind down, we like to take a moment to reflect on all that has been achieved for Lake Hopatcong in 2024. Thanks to your generosity…

November 21, 2024
Advocacy, Community, Education, Environment, Events

Caitlin Doran recycles used wrappers in a collection bin placed outside of the Lake Hopatcong Foundation.
Reduce plastic waste: Recycle your candy wrappers with us this November
We hope everyone had a great Halloween! With all those sweet treats unwrapped, you might be left with a sour aftertaste from the pile of plastic wrappers.…

November 07, 2024
Community, Environment

A group poses with an award
Boat shrink wrap recycling initiative wins award
We are proud to announce that the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, in partnership with Roxbury Township Clean Communities & Recycling, the Morris County…

October 24, 2024
Community, Environment

Pumpkins carved in a Halloween display
Tips for a greener Halloween
Halloween is a time for spooky fun, but it can also come with a frightful environmental impact if we’re not careful. From single-use decorations…

October 23, 2024
Community, Environment

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