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NJ nature sites, trails becoming more wheelchair-accessible njspotlightnews.org/video/nj-natur… via @NJSpotlightNews

To save our trees, we must burn down our forests washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/…

DEP today released a map clearly delineating legal roads for driving vehicles within Wharton State Forest. Designated roads shown on the map enhance the visitor experience and public safety by: 🌳Supporting State Park Police patrols and the ability to conduct routine maintenance 🌳Improving access for emergency response personnel 🌳Protecting wildlife habitat and rare plant species found within the forest The map is available online and is also offered as a georeferenced PDF, allowing drivers to use their mobile device to determine their location on the map in real time, including in areas with limited or no cellular service. Find the map at nj.gov/dep/parksandfo… News release at bit.ly/3V6Fd09

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Earlier this month, @njdepforestfire deployed two chainsaw teams to assist with storm recovery efforts in the wake of Hurricane Helene. The crews were assigned to the @forestservice, assisting with clearing downed trees from roads in National Forests in North Carolina & Virginia.

Inside a 40-year effort to protect a tiny wild orchid wbur.org/news/2024/07/2…

The disaster no major U.S. city is prepared for washingtonpost.com/climate-enviro…

"Conservation is a legitimate use of public lands that people should be empowered to pursue," writes PERC VP of Research @Shawn_Regan in his latest for @nytopinion. nytimes.com/2024/09/12/opi…

New Jersey Is One of America’s Fastest-Warming States, Data Shows nytimes.com/2024/07/03/nyr…

By a Stream in Vermont, a Glimpse of a Plant Last Seen a Century Ago nytimes.com/2024/06/11/us/…

Well done video from @PBS: Treasures of New Jersey: The New Jersey Botanical Garden pbs.org/video/treasure… #parks #getoutside

Op Ed: DEP's Wharton vehicle plan is an example of good government at work njspotlightnews.org/2024/05/off-ro… via @NJSpotlightNews

"Ghost forests" serve as haunting reminder of climate change. Here's New Jersey's action plan. cbsnews.com/philadelphia/n… via @CBSPhiladelphia

NJ State Parks has over 800 part-time jobs open! Are you looking for a summer job, thrive on helping others & passionate about the outdoors? Apply now at nj.gov/dep/workinparks News at bit.ly/3ThY4EZ

Excited to sign legislation establishing the New Jersey State Parks and Open Space Foundation. From Liberty State Park to Island Beach State Park, we’ll continue to invest in long-term maintenance and improvements for our treasured state parks & forests. nj.gov/governor/news/…

.@NJDHS Comm’r @sarahmadelman today joined @NewJerseyDEP, disability advocates, IHC grantees & community partners on a tour of Atsion Recreation Area, w/the @PinesAlliance to highlight the successful implementation of Inclusive Healthy Community Grant Funding #disabilityinclusion

From #protecting natural resources to providing outdoor recreational opportunities to all that's what State Park Service staff do! newjersey.news12.com/positively-nj-… #conservation #getoutside #outdoorrecreation #parks #forest #newjersey

Yesterday, DEP held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the State Park Service’s first inclusive playground at Atsion Recreation Area & announced 2 more inclusive playgrounds & equipment replacements at 24 additional State Park Service playgrounds will be completed by the end of 2024.

The @NewJerseyDEP Forest Fire Service will be battling the City Line Rd #wildfire in Brendan Byrne State Forest overnight. A continuing dry spell has made for challenging conditions & the fire may grow large, but is well controlled. Follow @njdepforestfire for real-time updates.

📣Barnegat Lighthouse will fully reopen tomorrow (June 10) for park visitors to climb or tour the iconic structure! Starting tomorrow, the lighthouse will be open daily 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., weather permitting, through Labor Day. Read our news release: bit.ly/3oVgU8A