Duke Farms

Campus Open
2025-11-08 08:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-07 08:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-06 08:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-05 08:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-04 08:30 - 16:30, 2025-11-01 08:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-31 08:30 - 18:00, 2025-10-30 08:30 - 18:00 (America/New_York) and 7 more dates | NJ
All Trails and the Orchid Range are open.

Farm Barn Cafe Open
2025-11-07 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-06 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-10-30 09:00 - 12:00 | NJ
Nourish yourself with seasonal delights from Chef Lauren

Dendrology Workshop
2025-11-07 09:00 - 13:00 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Pkwy W, Hillsborough, NJ, 08844, United States
Explore the trees of Duke Farms through biology, ecology, and identification.

Course Overview
This workshop offers an in-depth exploration of the trees of Duke Farms through the interconnected lenses of biology, ecology, and biodiversity. By examining the roles trees play within local ecosystems—both in the present and in the context of future environmental challenges, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of these complex organisms. A significant emphasis will be placed on tree identification skills, essential for engaging in topics in forest ecology and conservation. While prior experience in tree identification is recommended, it is not required. This course is designed to meet the needs of arborists, land managers, educators, and other professionals working in related fields.
Course completion requirements: Complete 4 hours of total coursework.
Featured Topics:

Tree identification
Role of trees in the ecosystem
Climate change impacts

Continuing Education Credits
The Dendrology Workshop is approved for credits from the following organizations.
American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA): 4
Ecological Society of America (ESA): 4
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA): TBD
NJ Licensed Tree Care Expert (LTE): 3.75
New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry (NJUCF): 4

About the Instructor
Maxine Marvosa is the Assistant Director of Rutgers Gardens and a PhD student in the Rutgers University Ecology and Evolution graduate program where she studies microorganisms in trees. She has a bachelor’s from Rutgers University and a master’s from Clemson University. Maxine has worked in the Horticulture and IPM fields for the past 8 years. She is a NJ Licensed Tree Expert and an ISA certified arborist with her Tree Risk Assessment Qualification.

Prerequisites
This program assumes participants have a basic knowledge of native species identification and understand general ecology concepts. Please note that portions of this course will take place outdoors and will require travelling several miles on various trail types (paved and unpaved) and uneven terrain for up to 2 hours.

Program Guidelines
All programs begin at the Farm Barn Orientation Center unless otherwise noted.
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 or impeditive 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:
Always

Flat, well-maintained trails
KultureCity sensory bags
Inclusive and responsive instruction
We welcome working, trained service animals as described by the ADA

Upon Request

Instructors with voice amplifiers
Paved trails only
Assistive listening devices (ALDs) for indoor programs
American Sign Language Interpreters, with ten (10) days’ notice

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

Campus Closed for Wildlife & Ecosystem Recovery
2025-11-03, 2025-11-02, 2025-10-27, 2025-10-26, 2025-10-20 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Pkwy W, Hillsborough, NJ, 08844, United States
The Duke Farms campus is closed every Sunday & Monday.

Farm Barn Cafe Open
2025-11-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Pkwy W, Hillsborough, NJ, 08844, United States

Duke Farms Bike Rentals
2025-10-30 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Duke Farms, 1112 Dukes Pkwy W, Hillsborough, NJ, 08844, United States
Learn more about our bike rental program here.

Saturday Parking Passes Required
2025-10-25 | 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.
