Sustainable Jersey hub for Burlington, Camden and Gloucester Counties

Monarch Butterflies: Past, Present, & Future

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The monarchs’ history is lengthy, and details are few, but it’s clear that this species has survived an extremely variable climatic history. About this Event The pending petition before the Department of Interior to declare the monarch butterfly a threatened species requires that we do everything we can to understand the population dynamics of this […]

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Meeting Bee’s Needs

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Do you know what bees need and how to help them? About this Event Nearly 3/4 of all plant species in temperate biomes and 94% in tropical areas are serviced by animal pollinators, a majority of which are bees. Bees are also the most important animal pollinators of agricultural crops. Dr. Kim Russell, pollinator ecologist […]

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Movie: Food Chains (in-person OR virtual)

Allies in Caring Center 100 South Second St, Hammonton, NJ, United States

Join us for a virtual OR in-person discussion of the documentary film Food Chains (watch the film here before you attend the discussion.) The event will be held both in-person at Allies in Caring's Con-Vivir Hub in Hammonton, and virtually via this link. Watch the film in advance, come prepared with any questions you have, and enjoy an informative, eye-opening discussion. […]

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Plant This, Not That: Deer-Resistant Native Alternatives to Invasive Plants

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The NJ Invasive Species Strike Team is known for its work in eradicating invasive species for the protection of native plants and wildlife. Dr. Mike Van Clef will discuss the impacts of invasive species in natural areas, ways to identify and control them at your home, and native alternatives. He will also cover how to […]

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I Spy A …. Butterfly

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The “I Spy A …” series is designed with the goal for families with children ages 4-8 to conduct simple outdoor explorations. About this Event Each class in the series will feature a new topic in a lively, fun way where children and their caregivers can learn together. During each 30-minute Zoom program, participants will […]

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Attracting Birds to Your Jersey-Friendly Yard

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Native plants are the key to attracting birds to your yard. They provide the habitat, food, shelter and nesting places that birds need to survive. By creating a landscape of beautiful plants that are compatible with our native soils, you can make your yard a low-maintenance, chemical-free oasis for the birds! Presenter: Becky Laboy, Education […]

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Don’t Treat Your Soil Like Dirt!

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Healthy lawns and gardens start with healthy soil. Join this webinar series to learn more about your soil and how to keep it healthy. SPEAKER: Becky Laboy, Education & Outreach Specialist for Ocean County Soil Conservation District An attractive and productive yard and garden starts with getting to know your soil. This program will teach […]

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Wild About Composting

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Compost and leaves are great resources for gardeners and provide an excellent source of food and shelter for animals. In this "Wild About Jersey-Friendly Yards" webinar, Sandra Blain-Snow will discuss how to invite a host of animals, birds and beneficial insects into your yard by recycling organic materials. Stop bagging leaves and taking them to […]

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Digging Deeper: What’s Your Soil Telling You?

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Get the scoop on your soil by taking a soil test!  Come find out the importance of testing your soil, how to conduct a soil test, and how to interpret the results to keep your lawn and garden healthy and happy. Speaker: Dr. Stephanie Murphy, Director of the Rutgers Soil Testing Laboratory   Get the […]

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Confessions of a Wildlife Photographer

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Join Blaine Rothauser on Zoom to hear the stories behind his amazing photographs and learn the incredible secrets of wildlife photography! About this Event Have you ever wondered how wildlife photographers get pictures of voles, moles, and shrews that live the majority of their lives in a subterranean state? What technique did I deploy to […]

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