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NJ DROUGHT WARNING!
Action Needed!
New Jersey faces persistent drought conditions as we enter spring. NJ could mandate water restrictions if conditions do not improve.
Remember: The NJ Highlands supplies drinking water to 6.2 million residents! With reservoir levels low and wildfire risks up 266%, every drop counts.
As gardening season begins, let’s reconsider using sprinklers to water lawns.
For more information click here:
Ocean at Seaside Heights, New Jersey.
"Go Green With Hope” Township
Hope Township will be hosting their annual Green Fair Saturday April 27th, 2024 from 10 AM to 3 PM. Stop by the New Jersey Highlands Coalition table to learn how we are advocating for clean water and air and responsible land development in northwestern New Jersey!
Highlands Council public comment opportunity
The New Jersey Highlands Council has released proposed amendments to the Highlands Regional Master Plan for public comments. Proposed amendments include:
Adjustments to the Land Use Capability Zone map using 2020 data with the addition of FEMA flood maps
Warehouse siting standards in the Highlands.
These amendments would improve current Highlands Council maps with updated information reflecting current and future land, water, and climate issues in New Jersey and provide its communities with a defense against the oversized impacts of large warehouse projects.
Six public hearings will be held in counties across the Highlands and Trenton. View the hearing schedule here.
Additionally, comments will be accepted by email via [email protected] until April 1, 2024.
How Logging Endangers Warren County's Rural Charm
Roaring Rock Park, Washington Township, Warren County NJ
Longtime Warren County residents will remember of floods of 2005 and 2006, and will appreciate the need for effective flood control. Recent commercial logging near Merrill Creek Reservoir raises concerns, notably the potential for increased stormwater runoff and water quality degradation. This is alarming considering the logging industry's exemptions from certain flood hazard regulations in the state of New Jersey. As climate change intensifies rain events, current logging practices and the lack of effective regulation seem increasingly risky.
Balancing private property rights with environmental and public welfare needs is crucial. Adopting forestry management plans tuned more towards ecological restoration could offer an environmentally friendly alternative to logging, safeguarding our forests and enhancing flood control measures.
If you are interested in learning more, click on the above link.
Call to action to save our natural resources!
New Jersey Highlands Council public meeting
Thursday December 14th, 2023
100 North Road, Chester NJ
Meeting starts at 4 PM
Hey neighbors,
The New Jersey Highlands Council has called for a public meeting on Thursday, December 14th, 2023. It's not just any meeting – it's about the future of our forests and the charm of Warren County's rural landscape.
We've all seen the effects of unchecked forestry around here – barren lands where trees once stood, muddy waters where fish once swam. We reacted when they started to clear the land at Roaring Rock Park. We were horrified by the forestry activity at Merrill Creek. It's heart-wrenching, isn't it?
Remember the Highlands Act? It was meant to shield our wooded mountains in the Highlands – our main source of crystal-clear drinking water. But, let's face it, there are gaps in the law that let folks clear land without much thought. The Highlands Council is stepping up to fill these gaps with sensible rules that keep our forests standing tall.
This meeting is a chance to turn things around. The Council is considering a policy that could change the game for our forests. This is about stopping the harm to our natural treasures and ensuring our kids can enjoy the same lush, green vistas we love.
The proposed policy by the Highlands Council seeks to put reasonable restrictions on such land use, aligning with its mission to protect and enhance the natural resources within the New Jersey Highlands.
This meeting isn't just a tick-box exercise. We've got groups like the NJ Forestry Association pushing back hard. The Council needs to see our faces, hear our voices, and feel our support. Your presence matters – it's not just about protecting trees; it's about safeguarding our way of life, water, and wildlife.
Your attendance will send a clear message: the health of our forests, the quality of our water, and the preservation of our natural heritage are non-negotiable. Let's ensure that the Highlands Council's policy reflects the public's interest in maintaining the ecological balance and the beauty of our beloved Highlands.
Be there. Make your voice heard. Support sustainable forestry in the New Jersey Highlands.
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Jaindl ditches plans for controversial warehouses!
Representatives for the Jaindl Land Co. announced at Wednesday night’s [November 1st 2023] White Township Planning Board meeting that they are abandoning plans to build 1.8 million-square-foot and 800,000-square-foot warehouses, and negotiating to sell the land to [the State of] New Jersey.
“We won!!!!!” Citizens for Sustainable Development ("CSFD") member Sarah Hare declared on her Facebook page.
Team SRRP congratulates CSFD for their YEARS of hard work and determination facing down a very well financed land developer. It is exciting that the parcel of land may very well be preserved as farmland, under the proposed conditions of sale to the state of New Jersey.
Congratulations!
Jaindl Land Co. announced it's abandoning plans to build millions of square feet of warehouse space in White Township and negotiating to sel
Pohatcong Native Arboretum native tree and shrub planting
Washington Township invites you to a wonderful day of tree and shrub planting. Let's make a lasting impact on our local environment! 🌱
🗓 When: Saturday, October 21
⏰ Time: 9AM - 1PM
📍 Where: Pohatcong Native Arboretum
Why You Shouldn't Miss This:
1️⃣ Make a Lasting Impact: Plant native trees and shrubs to boost local biodiversity and improve our air quality.
2️⃣ Meet New People: Meet neighbors, make new friends, and be part of a positive change.
3️⃣ Enjoy the Great Outdoors: What better way to spend a morning than in the natural beauty of the Pohatcong Native Arboretum?
💌 RSVP: Email [email protected] to let us know you're coming.
We can't wait to see you there! ❤️
SRRP and NJHC at Festival in the Borough 2023!
We had a great time meeting over 50 visitors to the tent this year, and look forward to meeting you again during future Washington Borough NJ events!
Merrill Creek and Warren Highlands Trail
Members of the public have raised concerns regarding the closure of sections of the Warren Highlands Trail that pass through Merrill Creek Reservoir due to the commercial logging operations on that property to the Warren County Board of Recreation Commissioners during their recent meetings.
If you, too, want to raise your concerns about the abrupt closure of a county trail that had prior access, you are invited to participate in the public comment portion of the agenda. Here is where you can briefly state your viewpoints on trail closures.
The Board's next public meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, October 10th. The meeting will start promptly at 5:00 PM and end at 6:00 PM. Public comments are anticipated to occur at the start of the meeting, so please arrive early.
Location:
Warren County Land Preservation Dept.
500 Mt. Pisgah Ave.
PO Box 179
Oxford NJ 07863
(Turn into the driveway and continue counterclockwise around the building to enter through the lower doorway)
Moss covered boulder at the White Lake Natural Resource Area in Hardwick, New Jersey.
Meet us for Festival in the Borough 2023!
Downtown Washington Borough, Warren County, New Jersey
Join us at the Festival in the Borough, one of Warren County's premier outdoor celebrations! As you indulge in vibrant music across three stages, explore diverse vendors, and enjoy local shopping and delightful food, remember to make a special stop at our shared tent with the New Jersey Highlands Coalition.
We're excited to meet you and share our passion! Discover how we're making strides in preserving New Jersey's beautiful public lands and championing clean water and air for our community. Let's celebrate together and champion a brighter, greener future for all. We can't wait to see you there!
Trail maintenance day at the Pohatcong Creek Natural Area
Hi all, Washington Township, Warren County NJ is organizing a trail maintenance day
Pohatcong Creek Natural Area
this Saturday, August 5th, from 9 AM to 11 AM!
54 Mine Hill Rd, Washington, NJ 07882 (Parking is available at the Pohatcong Native Arboretum lot)
what to bring: water, gloves, small gardening tools (shears, loppers), bug spray
Due to the recent flash flooding, the trails have suffered some damage. Many of the walking boards (for the wet areas) and one bridge have been washed out of place, sometimes as much as 100 feet downstream. Luckily, they are mostly intact and only need to be moved back into place, but for this, our trails need your help!
Additionally, if time permits, some small connector trails connect the high school to the trail. These have become overgrown and desperately need maintenance (brush clearing).
Volunteer effort is essential in keeping the trails open for all to enjoy. We hope that you can join us, and we will greatly appreciate your help!
They are now logging Merrill Creek!
Hey there, fellow outdoors lovers! One of our SRRP team members discovered this week that commercial logging is occurring at Merrill Creek Reservoir in Warren County, NJ. It stinks when you go hiking to enjoy green pastures and try to get away from it all, only to find yourself confronted by heavy machinery cutting down trees and scarring hiking trails. Isn't that escape the reason you go hiking in the first place?
The logging at Merrill Creek is similar to what we faced at Roaring Rock Park in 2021. Logging is about more than losing trees. It leads to soil erosion, which can mess up the land and our waterways, which we depend on for recreation (fishing) and clean drinking water.
Now, you might be thinking, "But Merrill Creek is private land. The landowners can do what they want with it, right?" Well, it's not that simple. These are our natural spaces, and we all have a stake in them. Plus, some of these logging activities are being kept hush-hush, which is a red flag.
So, what can we do? First off, we need to spread the word about this issue. Then, we must push our lawmakers and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to enforce and strengthen laws protecting our forests.
Our forests are more than just timber. They're home to wildlife, they give us clean air, they help ensure our clean water supply, and they're our escape to nature. Let's stand up for them and ensure they're here for our kids and grandkids to enjoy.
