Nature photography: now plant-based and solar-powered. Mark the summer solstice and capture the ephemeral charm of our native plants through the little-known process of anthotype printing. This form of alternative photography makes use of the fragility of plant pigments under strong sunlight to create colorful impressions of foliage and flowers. What better time to try […]

As the sun sets and your local wildlife settle down for the night, crepuscular and nocturnal creatures take over the scene Explore Duke Farms after dark on this night hike where you will become familiar with what crepuscular and nocturnal wildlife live in New Jersey and what they all share in common: the need for […]

Build it and they will come, stewardship editionJoin an up with the birds walk through restored wetlands to learn about the restoration efforts at Duke Farms and how birds like American Kestrels, among other species, benefit. Thanks to these restoration efforts many bird species utilize this habitat for nesting sites and food sources. Learn about […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]