9:00 am - 10:15 am Beginner’s Tree Ecology and ID July 1, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am Beginner’s Tree Ecology and ID Ever wonder what trees do besides provide the air we breathe or the shade for your picnic?Join us as we learn how to identify trees, discover their astounding ecosystem functions, and share other fascinating and little-known facts—like why sycamores shed their bark and whether trees are communicating in the soil under our feet!Please dress for […]
8:15 pm - 9:45 pm Evening Orchid Exploration July 6, 2023 @ 8:15 pm - 9:45 pm Evening Orchid Exploration Join us for this unique after-hours program scheduled to highlight July's full(ish) moon over the spectacular Orchid Range.Meet at the Farm Barn Orientation Center and take in the subtle changes that nightfall brings to Duke Farms during a twilight walk to the Orchid Range. There, we will encounter a wide variety of orchids, some of […]
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Duke Farms After Dark: Fireflies July 7, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Duke Farms After Dark: Fireflies Be dazzled by a lightshow of firefliesDon’t miss this unique opportunity to encounter some of the New Jersey nocturnal species as we open our property after the sun goes down. 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 […]
9:00 am - 10:15 am Wading in the Brook: An Up-Close Look July 8, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am Wading in the Brook: An Up-Close Look Search for everything from bugs to fish as we wade through Dukes Brook and identify some of its resident critters.The best way to learn about our waterways is to get in them! The session will begin with wading safety practices followed by guided a exploration of the components of a stream ecosystem. We'll collect some […]
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Anthotype Printing with Native Plants July 11, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Anthotype Printing with Native Plants A make-and-take class that combines native plants and an alternative photo technique. No experience necessary!Capture the ephemeral charm of our native plants through the process of anthotype printing. This form of alternative photography takes advantage of the fragility of plant pigments under strong sunlight and is often used to create colorful impressions of foliage and […]
8:30 am - 4:30 pm Sustainable Landscape Design July 14, 2023 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Sustainable Landscape Design This full-day, hands-on workshop is for individuals wishing to create landscapes that are stunning and earth-friendlyCourse OverviewThis course focuses on weaving sustainable ecological concepts into traditional residential design. It also includes graphics instruction to communicate ideas efficiently and boldly on paper. Content centers on the paradigm of curvilinear drift design and encourages the use of […]
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Big Bike Ride July 14, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm The Big Bike Ride Never been to Duke Farms? Maybe it’s just been a few years since your last visit and you want a refresher.Join us for a bike ride to explore the property. Riding a bike is the fastest and most efficient way to enjoy the highlights in one visit. We’ll begin our journey at the Bike Tent, […]
9:00 am - 11:00 am The Big Tree Hike July 15, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am The Big Tree Hike A quest to find all of our arboreal champs.Duke Farms is proud to host some of the largest and most magnificent trees in the state. The few that have been officially recognized by the NJ Forest Service as “Big Trees” are an especially important part of the local heritage that belongs to all who share […]
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm Duke Farms After Dark: Firefly Meadow Walk July 20, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm Duke Farms After Dark: Firefly Meadow Walk A unique after-hours opportunity to take in all the changes that dusk brings to Duke Farms and to see our meadows aglow with fireflies!Whether you call them fireflies, lightning bugs, or one of their many other names, these insects are some of the most beloved and anticipated ambassadors of summer all across the world. On […]
8:00 pm - 9:15 pm Duke Farms After Dark: Firefly Meadow Walk July 20, 2023 @ 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm Duke Farms After Dark: Firefly Meadow Walk A unique after-hours opportunity to encounter some of New Jersey's nocturnal species and see our meadows alight with fireflies!Don’t miss this unique opportunity to encounter some of the New Jersey nocturnal species as we open our property after the sun goes down. Let your eyes adjust to darkness as you meander through Duke Farms meadow […]
9:00 am - 10:00 am Anthotype Printing with Native Plants July 22, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Anthotype Printing with Native Plants A make-and-take class that combines native plants and an alternative photo technique. No experience necessary!Capture the ephemeral charm of our native plants through the process of anthotype printing. This form of alternative photography takes advantage of the fragility of plant pigments under strong sunlight and is often used to create colorful impressions of foliage and […]
9:00 am - 1:00 pm Summer Dendrology Workshop August 5, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Summer Dendrology Workshop In this course, we will explore the trees of Duke Farms through the lens of biology, ecology, and biodiversity.Course OverviewLecture 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, […]
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Wading in the Brook: An Up-Close Look August 5, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Wading in the Brook: An Up-Close Look Search for everything from bugs to fish as we wade through Dukes Brook and identify its resident critters! The best way to learn about our waterways is to get in them! The session will begin with wading safety practices followed by guided a exploration of the components of a stream ecosystem. We'll collect some aquatic […]
