Duke Farms

Summer's Secret Sounds
2025-08-01 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township, NJ, 08844, United States
If a tree falls in a forest, we’ll be there to hear it.

Most of us take in nature’s charms eyes-first, but there’s just as much splendor to be found in sound. All you have to do is take time to tune in—and on this walk, we’ll do just that. What does the depth of summer sound like, anyway? Birds and katydids make first chair, sure. But somewhere out there are squeaking bats, gurgling trees, and curious little bugs turning plants into their personal kazoos. With amplified attention and some specialized gear, let’s leavesdrop on the summertime soundscapes of Duke Farms.

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 held 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.

Accessibility
This class involves traveling about 1 mile on paved (stroller- and wheelchair-accessible) surfaces, with participants moving for the entire duration. Most program routes can be adapted to accommodate mobility needs.
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.

Duke Farms Bike Rentals
2025-08-01 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-29 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-23 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township, NJ, 08844, United States
Learn more about our bike rental program here.

Farm Barn Cafe Open
2025-08-01 09:00 - 14:00, 2025-07-25 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-24 09:00 - 14:00 | NJ
Nourish yourself with seasonal delights from Chef Lauren

Campus Open
2025-08-01 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-31 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-30 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-29 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-26 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-25 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-24 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-07-23 08:30 - 18:00 and 1 more date | NJ
All Trails and the Orchid Range are open.

Bike Rentals Closing at Noon
2025-07-31 12:00 - 16:00 | NJ
The Bike Rental Program will close at Noon on July 31st.

Trails Closing at Noon
2025-07-31 08:30 - 12:00 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township, NJ, 08844, United States
Explore 18 miles of trails through our living lab.

All Trails will close at 12pm on July 31st.

Campus Closure
2025-07-30 13:00 - 18:00 | NJ
The Duke Farms campus will be completely closed starting at 1pm due to extreme heat. All Trails, the Farm Barn Orientation Center, and Bike Rental Program will be unavailable.

Campus CLOSED
2025-07-29 13:00 - 18:00 | NJ
Duke Farms will be close on Tuesday, July 29th at 1:00pm due to extreme heat. This includes all Trails and the Bike Rental Program.

Campus Closed for Wildlife & Ecosystem Recovery
2025-07-28, 2025-07-27, 2025-07-21 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township, NJ, 08844, United States
The Duke Farms campus is closed every Sunday & Monday.

Farm Barn Cafe Open
2025-07-26 09:00 - 15:00 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township, NJ, 08844, United States

Saturday Parking Passes Required
2025-07-26 | NJ
Free parking passes are required to access Duke Farms every Saturday from April – November. These must be reserved in advance and cannot be obtained onsite. Parking passes are made available every Monday for the following Saturday. Reserve yours here.

Bike Rentals CLOSED 7/25
2025-07-25 | NJ
The Bike Rental Tent is CLOSED on Friday, July 25th.
