Duke Farms

Closed for Wildlife & Ecosystem Recovery
2025-01-27, 2025-01-26, 2025-01-20, 2025-01-19, 2025-01-13, 2025-01-12, 2025-01-06 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township, NJ, 08844, United States
Duke Farms is closed for Wildlife & Ecosystem Recovery. All trails and the Farm Barn Orientation Center are closed to the public.

Northern Harriers and Short-eared Owls Walk
2025-01-18 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Let’s get birdy!

Let’s ring in the new year with some birdy friends! Start 2025 off right, looking for Northern Harriers and Short-eared Owls around Duke Farms. Grab your favorite adventure buddy and join us for a bird walk on Saturday, January 18 from 3-5 pm. We will also look out for other raptors, wading birds, songbirds, waterfowl, and anyone else on the property.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

About the Instructor
Lindsay McNamara has over 12 years of experience working in conservation, environmental nonprofit communications and development. She holds a B.A. in Environmental Studies and an M.A. in Public and Organizational Relations. She has been birding since she was nine years old when she saw her first Great Blue Heron along the Raritan River. She’s been leading bird walks since 2018 and is always looking to engage new birders in her lifelong passion. You can join her on her monthly bird walks through her new LLC Beachy Birder Adventures, and her favorite bird is the one she’s looking at.
Photo by Lindsay McNamara.

Winter Solstice Wander
2024-12-21 14:30 - 16:00
Celebrate the sun’s return with an expedition to find all the life it still sustains.

Depending on your outlook, the winter solstice is either the longest, darkest night of the year—or a threshold to brighter days ahead. But let’s save the philosophy for nightfall and make the most of the daylight we do have. After all, even on the shortest day of the year, there’s still photosynthesis to get on with, food to scrounge up, shelter to seek, and (for us humans) a quiet continuity of wintertime life to get out there and find.
This program will take place entirely outdoors. Please dress for the weather. Participants will travel about 2 miles on paved, gravel, and dirt surfaces.
Meet in front of the Farm Barn Orientation Center for check-in. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes before the start of class. We cannot accommodate late arrivals and the class will depart on time.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email, and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.

Accessibility
Duke Farms is committed to equitable nature access, and participants in our programs can expect or request the following accommodations:

Paved, flat trails
Instructors with voice amplifiers
Assistive listening devices (ALDs) for indoor programs
American Sign Language Interpreters, with ten (10) days’ notice
KultureCity sensory bags
We welcome working, trained service animals as described by the ADA

We may be able to provide additional, reasonable accommodations not listed here; please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Conifer Walk
2024-12-21 11:00 - 12:30
Pining to spruce up your evergreen knowledge? This is the class fir yew!

When the bare branches of winter start to get you down, turn to the conifers for a breath of fresh, pine-scented air. More ancient and more steadfast than the deciduous divas of autumn, our native coniferous trees like red cedar and black spruce deserve a spotlight too. On this walk, beginners to tree ID and ecology will get acquainted with several common species, learn what to look for to tell a spruce from a cedar or a hemlock from a pine, and discuss the fascinating ecology and evolutionary history that sets these trees apart.
This program will take place entirely outdoors. Please dress for the weather. Participants will travel about 2 miles on paved, gravel, and dirt surfaces.
Meet in front of the Farm Barn Orientation Center for check-in. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes before the start of class. We cannot accommodate late arrivals and the class will depart on time.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email, and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.

Accessibility
Duke Farms is committed to equitable nature access, and participants in our programs can expect or request the following accommodations:

Paved, flat trails
Instructors with voice amplifiers
Assistive listening devices (ALDs) for indoor programs
American Sign Language Interpreters, with ten (10) days’ notice
KultureCity sensory bags
We welcome working, trained service animals as described by the ADA

We may be able to provide additional, reasonable accommodations not listed here; please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Orchids After Dark
2024-12-20 19:00 - 20:30
A nighttime walk through our orchid range will have you seeing this plant family in a whole new light—literally.

A bracing winter night walk transports us to the Orchid Range, and from there: Panama? Nepal? Ghana? The incredible diversity of color and form in this global flower family is ours to explore, and the evolutionary stories hidden there are ours to read—if we know how. Are their unique, co-evolved entanglements with pollinator, fungus, and land what give rise to orchids’ reputation as fragile and fickle plants, or is this what simply what happens whenever a species is unmoored from its native habitat?
This program is appropriate for adults and will take place partially outdoors. Please dress for the weather. Participants will travel about 2 miles on paved and gravel surfaces.
Meet in front of the Farm Barn Orientation Center for check-in. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes before the start of class. We cannot accommodate late arrivals and the class will depart on time.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email, and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.

Accessibility
Duke Farms is committed to equitable nature access, and participants in our programs can expect or request the following accommodations:

Paved, flat trails
Instructors with voice amplifiers
Assistive listening devices (ALDs) for indoor programs
American Sign Language Interpreters, with ten (10) days’ notice
KultureCity sensory bags
We welcome working, trained service animals as described by the ADA

Please contact us to ask for any program details not specified here. We may be able to provide additional, reasonable accommodations not listed here; please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Wilderness First Aid
2024-12-10 18:00 - 2024-12-14 17:00
Emergencies can happen anywhere and at any time, but in the woods we’re more limited in what we can do.

Course Overview
WFA students will learn practical wilderness first aid skills and gain the confidence to step up, make decisions, and ultimately create positive outcomes from unpredictable situations.
We don’t have all the medical resources we have at home when we’re in the woods, so it’s vital to have the essential tools, the right skills, and know how to improvise when faced with a medical emergency in the backcountry. Practical hands-on exercises and scenarios will improve retention and confidence. Developed for the public from years of teaching this course to Search & Rescue professionals, students now benefit by learning the most current practices for patient assessment, trauma interventions like splinting and bleeding control, environmental emergencies like venomous snakebites and bee stings, medical emergencies like strokes and chest pain, illnesses, and more. These skills not only apply just to hiking, but anytime we’re in the outdoors. We welcome students from all outdoor pursuits – scout leaders, quad riders, beachgoers, mountain bikers, fishermen, adventure racers, and even those who just enjoy relaxing at the family BBQ. Having the knowledge, skills, and confidence to step up and help in a time of need is invaluable.
Upon completion, students will receive a 2-year ASHI WFA certification, which is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and accepted by Scouts BSA and GSUSA.
Featured Topics

Patient assessment
Trauma interventions – Bleeding control, splinting, wound care, etc…
Medical interventions – Stroke, diabetes, allergies, breathing difficulty, etc…
Environmental emergencies – Heat, cold, bites & stings, plants, weather, etc…
Backcountry first aid kit contents

Schedule
December 10 from 6:00PM-10:00PM
December 12 from 6:00PM-10:00PM
December 14 from 9:00AM-5:00PM

About the Instructors
Joe Galvan is a lifelong hiker and in his element when sharing outdoor experiences, mentoring others, and connecting with the outdoor-minded in our community. Joe is a search and rescue officer and instructor, MRA accredited mountain rescue unit lead, National Park Service Technical Rope Rescue instructor, Adirondack Winter Mountaineering School Instructor, Adirondack 46er, and an accomplished mountaineer with ascents across North America and Europe.
Scott Fitterman grew up hiking and camping in an outdoor-minded family and became a scout leader to give back when his 3 kids joined scouting. Scott is a search and rescue officer and instructor, volunteer EMT, wilderness first responder and wilderness EMT instructor, public safety diver, National Park Services technical rope rescue graduate, Catskill 35er, New York State Licensed Guide, and leads week-long treks in the backcountry for scouts in the northeast.
L﻿earn more about the instructors and The TrailBound Project.

Prerequisites
CPR certification – Adult CPR & AED (or higher). Anyone can take the WFA course but the 2-year WFA certification cannot be provided until successful completion of the course and proof of CPR is presented. The Red Cross offers CPR certification courses.
This program assumes participants are comfortable outdoors. The course will be conducted both inside and outside depending on the weather.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Science Writing Workshop
2024-11-15 10:00 - 12:00
Master the art of science storytelling!

Course Overview
Learn the fundamentals of science communication with an award-winning author! The workshop begins with a 20-minute presentation on how to effectively use written language to share scientific information with a general audience, then a follow up Q&A. The presentation is followed by a 45-minute writing activity, with additional time afterwards for sharing and critique.
Please come prepared with a notebook and writing utensil, or a laptop/tablet for the writing activity.

About the Instructor
Chris Alice “Alie” Kratzer is an engineer, scientist, entrepreneur, illustrator, and author. She serves as the founder and Director of Owlfly LLC and manages its two divisions: Owlfly Engineering and Owlfly Publishing. Alie’s newest book is The Cicadas of North America, an unparalleled glimpse into the lives of some of the world’s most delightful insects. Her first book, The Social Wasps of North America, was released in 2022 and established Alie as one of the youngest published field guide authors in history.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Autumn Dendrology Workshop
2024-11-09 09:00 - 13:00
In this course, we will explore the trees of Duke Farms through the lens of biology, ecology, and biodiversity.

Course Overview
Lecture material on how trees fit into our local ecosystems—both today and into the future—will contextualize the strong focus on tree identification necessary to understand these complex organisms. Some background in basic tree identification is recommended, but not required. This course will be geared toward educators, land managers, ecologists, conservationists, shade tree commission members, and other professionals.
Featured Topics

Tree identification
Climate change impacts

Continuing Education Credits
The Autumn Dendrology Workshop is approved for credits from the following organizations.
New Jersey Board of Tree Experts: TBD
New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry (NJUCF): TBD
International Society for Arboriculture: TBD
American Society for Landscape Architects: TBD

Prerequisites
This program assumes participants have a basic knowledge of native species identification and understand general ecology concepts. Please note that classes will take place partially outdoors and will require travelling several miles on various trail types (paved and unpaved) and uneven terrain for up to 3 hours.

Program Guidelines
Pre-registration is required, walk-ins are not be accepted. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Birding & Stewardship Series: Barred Owl
2024-11-08 17:00 - 19:00
Build it and they will come—stewardship edition.

Participants will go on an evening birding walk through Duke Farms to learn about the meadow and forest restoration projects that have supported our bird of the month, the barred owl. Thanks to these efforts, many warblers and other bird species can find nesting sites and food sources here on our grounds, and we’ll talk about birding for all of them. Also learn how vital these ecosystems are to bird populations, why restoration is important, and how Duke Farms did it!
Following the owl walk, participants will dissect owl pellets to learn more about their diets.
Participants will come away with basic birding skills such as using binoculars, using field guides, and taking advantage of community science apps like eBird and Merlin.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable.
Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be rescheduled or cancelled. This program has a rain date of November 15. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
Please note, we will be traveling through areas with increased potential for tick exposure. Please come prepared.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

The Year of the Oak
2024-11-02 10:00 - 11:00
Acorns galore!

Have you noticed an unusually large amount of acorns falling from oak trees this fall? This is because this year is a “mast year” for some species of oak trees. Learn more about why oak trees mast, what significance this has on our forests, and how oaks and wildlife alike benefit from this adaptation.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Birding & Stewardship Series: Cedar Waxwing
2024-11-02 08:00 - 10:00
Build it and they will come—stewardship edition.

Participants will go on an early morning birding walk through multiple types of restored habitat and ending at the Arboretum. Along the way, we’ll learn how Duke Farms’s restoration efforts have supported our bird of the month, the cedar waxwing! Thanks to these efforts, many warblers and other bird species can find nesting sites and food sources here on our grounds, and we’ll talk about birding for all of them. Also learn how vital these ecosystems are to bird populations, why restoration is important, and how Duke Farms did it!
Participants will come away with basic birding skills such as using binoculars, using field guides, and taking advantage of community science apps like eBird and Merlin.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable.
Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be rescheduled or cancelled. This program has a rain date of November 9. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
Please note, we will be traveling through areas with increased potential for tick exposure. Please come prepared.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Birding & Stewardship Series: Palm Warbler
2024-10-12 07:00 - 09:00
Build it and they will come—stewardship edition.

Participants will go on an early morning birding walk through different types of restored habitats at Duke Farms, including meadow, forest, and wetland. Along the way, we’ll learn how Duke Farms’s restoration efforts have supported our bird of the month, the palm warbler! Thanks to these efforts, many warblers and other bird species can find nesting sites and food sources here on our grounds, and we’ll talk about birding for all of them. Also learn how vital these ecosystems are to bird populations, why restoration is important, and how Duke Farms did it!
Participants will come away with basic birding skills such as using binoculars, using field guides, and taking advantage of community science apps like eBird and Merlin.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable.
Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be rescheduled or cancelled. This program has a rain date of October 19. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
Please note, we will be traveling through areas with increased potential for tick exposure. Please come prepared.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

An Evening with the Bats
2024-08-22 20:30 - 21:30
How will you celebrate International Bat Night?

Join us as we learn to identify and appreciate these unsung nocturnal mammals for International Bat Night. We will take a brief walk to observe bats on the property and use acoustic monitoring technology to identify them, while discussing their role in the ecosystem and the threats they face.
This class will follow a 1-mile route on both paved and unpaved trails.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Beginner's Tree ID
2024-08-15 18:00 - 19:30
Trees do a lot for us; why not learn how to thank them by name?

Such constant features of our landscape, trees can be easy to take for granted compared to an unexpected wildflower or a chance wildlife sighting. But this time of verdancy is an invitation to pay closer attention to the steadfast giants that share and shape our land. Join us to get to know their defining traits and impressive diversity a little better, and learn how to identify the trees nearest to your home or heart!

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Life in the Meadow
2024-08-13 18:00 - 19:00
Explore the marvels of the meadow!

Join us on a walk through one of the meadows at Duke Farms! Learn about the interactions of life in the meadow and the vital role that meadows play in supporting biodiversity. We will observe a variety of wildflowers, butterflies, bees, and more!
This one-mile walk will take us on both paved and dirt trails.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Intro to Astronomy
2024-08-10 21:00 - 22:30
Join us for a night under the stars at Duke Farms!

Join us for a night under the stars at Duke Farms! We will start in the classroom with an introduction to understand space, and then take a one-mile walk to observe several objects through telescopes. We might also see some nocturnal critters!
Please note that this class requires clear skies and will have a rain date of August 10th if necessary. Check your email after registering for updates.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Summer Dendrology Workshop
2024-08-03 09:00 - 13:00
In this course, we will explore the trees of Duke Farms through the lens of biology, ecology, and biodiversity.

Course Overview
Lecture material on how trees fit into our local ecosystems—both today and into the future—will contextualize the strong focus on tree identification necessary to understand these complex organisms. Some background in basic tree identification is recommended, but not required. This course will be geared toward educators, land managers, ecologists, conservationists, shade tree commission members, and other professionals.
Featured Topics

Reading the Landscape – Introduction to communities, microclimate, and site history

Continuing Education Credits
The Summer Dendrology Workshop is approved for credits from the following organizations.
New Jersey Board of Tree Experts: 4 CEUs
New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry (NJUCF): 4 CEUs
International Society for Arboriculture: 4 CEUs
American Society of Landscape Architects: 4 hours

Prerequisites
This program assumes participants have a basic knowledge of native species identification and understand general ecology concepts. Please note that classes will take place partially outdoors and will require travelling several miles on various trail types (paved and unpaved) and uneven terrain for up to 3 hours.

Program Guidelines
Pre-registration is required, walk-ins are not be accepted. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Intro to Geocaching
2024-07-27 18:30 - 20:00
Learn about geocaching through guided practice at Duke Farms!

Learn about geocaching through guided practice at Duke Farms! We will begin by talking about what geocaching is and basic navigation skills. Then we will move into the property to practice as a group and discover the world of geocaching.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

An Evening With the Moths
2024-07-25 20:00 - 21:30
Moths and fireflies and bats, oh my!

Celebrate National Moth Week at Duke Farms by learning about these nocturnal insects! We will take a brief walk to observe Duke Farms landscapes in the evening and do some “lighting” to observe and identify a variety of moths. Expect to also see other nocturnal creatures like bats and fireflies.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Birding & Stewardship Series: Wood Thrush
2024-07-20 07:00 - 09:00
Build it and they will come, stewardship edition

Join an up with the birds walk through a forest habitat at Duke Farms, Research Woods, to learn about restoration efforts that have supported our bird of the month, the Wood Thrush! We will also be birding for other species that rely on healthy forests ecosystems for habitat. Thanks to these restoration efforts many bird species utilize this habitat for nesting sites and food sources. Learn about how vital these ecosystems are to bird populations, why restoration is important and how Duke Farms did it! Participants will also learn basic birding skills such as using binoculars, field guides, and community science apps like eBird and Merlin.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
Please note, we will be traveling through areas with increased potential for tick exposure. Please come prepared.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.

Firefly Walk
2024-07-13 20:30 - 21:30, 2024-07-11 20:30 - 21:30, 2024-07-06 20:30 - 21:30, 2024-07-05 20:30 - 21:30
Do you call them fireflies or lightning bugs? Or something else?

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to encounter some of the brightest nocturnal species in New Jersey. Let your eyes adjust to darkness as you meander while discussing firefly ecology, bioluminescence, and conservation efforts. To protect wildlife and preserve the experience for others, we do not encourage the use of flashlights during this event.

Program Guidelines
Registration is required. Please let us know if you are no longer able to attend so your space can be offered to someone else. Cancellations received at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund, if applicable. Programs at Duke Farms are RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe weather, classes may be canceled. Email notice will be given as early as possible via email and refunds will be issued in the case of cancellations.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.
