We will be closed to the public on Friday, February 7th and Saturday, February 8th. For more information click here.
The Farm Barn Cafe will be closed this week.
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Duke Farms’ beautiful natural setting, diversity of wildlife, programming and research enhances the environmental...
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Lecture 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, but not required. This course will be geared toward educators, land managers, ecologists, conservationists, shade tree commission members, and other professionals.
The Spring Dendrology Workshop is approved for credits from the following organizations.
American Society for Landscape Architecture: 4 hours
Ecological Society of America: 1 CEU
International Society for Arboriculture: TBD
New Jersey Board of Tree Experts: TBD
New Jersey Urban and Community Forestry (NJ UCF): 4 CEUs
This program assumes participants have a basic knowledge of native species identification and understand general ecology concepts. Please note that classes will take place partially outdoors and will require travelling several miles on various trail types (paved and unpaved) and uneven terrain for up to 3 hours.
Pre-registration is required, walk-ins are not be accepted. 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 RAIN or SHINE, but in the event of severe 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.
We provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate, please contact us at registrations@dukefarms.org.
In this course, we will explore the trees of Duke Farms through the lens of biology, ecology, and biodiversity.
Sat, Feb 15, 9:00 AM
Duke Farms • 1112 Dukes Pkwy W Hillsborough, NJ 08844 United States
Become a Master Ecologist while using Duke Farms as a living laboratory and network with field experts and professionals.
Thu, Feb 20, 7:00 PM
Course Overview Have you ever gone off-trail to relieve yourself and wondered what you would...
Sat, Apr 12, 9:00 AM
On these days, all trails, bike paths, the Orientation Center, and the Farm Barn Café will be unavailable. This temporary closure allows our team to focus on managing the deer population effectively within key areas of Duke Farms.
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Friday, January 31st
Friday, February 7th
Saturday, February 8th
Friday, February 14th
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