Wine and Art at the Farm on May 4th | |
Top row (L to R): Marianne Holcombe, Oil Painting; Cay Maria Adams, Oil Painting; Jerilyn Weber, Pastel; Robert Reid, Wall Sculpture, Wood. Bottom row (L to R): Ruth Jourjine, Wall Sculpture, Ceramic; Pam LaFevre, Watercolor; Laura Trisiano, Multi-Media Wall Sculpture; Phillip N. Rounds, Walnut Bench. | |
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Join Hunterdon Land Trust for our Wine and Art at the Farm spring fundraiser on May 4, 2024, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at 111 Mine Street, Flemington, NJ. Come spend time in the 1800’s Wagon House at Dvoor Farm situated along Walnut Brook to admire new tree plantings coming to life, enjoy live music by Zach Baransky, sip wine, and peruse the art show and sale. And best of all, your ticket price will support our work in creating resilient landscapes through the preservation of farmland and open space.
Bring a friend! There will be an exhibition and sale of more than 140 pieces of art from 50 local artists, with half the proceeds going to Hunterdon Land Trust. (A small sample of the artwork is above!) Tickets are $100 per person and include your first glass of wine and an enticing array of hors d’oeuvres. The food is going to be so delicious we are sharing the menu here. Don’t wait - tickets are limited! You can purchase them here.
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Farm Preserved in Readington Township | |
We are thrilled to share that a 97-acre farm has been permanently preserved thanks to the collaborative efforts of Hunterdon Land Trust, Readington Township, and the State Agricultural Development Committee (SADC). The Barrettstown Joy Farm in northeast Readington Township adds to a large contiguous area of preserved farms across Readington, Tewksbury, and Bedminster Townships, and protects streams and wetlands in the region. | |
Spring Naturalist Walks at HLT Preserves | |
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Spaces are filling quickly for our upcoming spring naturalist walks! Join Hunterdon Land Trust for guided walks at two of our preserves led by local naturalist Juanita Hummel.
April 21, 9 AM | Idell Preserve: Spring Ephemerals, Birds, & Vernal Pools
We will seek out spring ephemerals, forest wildflowers that only bloom for a short period in the spring. We’ll also visit vernal pools to look for tadpoles and scan the trees for migratory bird visitors.
May 5, 8 AM | Zega-Lockatong Preserve: Birding and Wildflowers
We will view migratory birds and late spring wildflowers! While following the trail we will visit both meadow and forest, providing a great opportunity for a diversity of species to be spotted.
These events are free but space is limited - we ask that you RSVP to Emily Dunn, Stewardship Program Manager (emily@hunterdonlandtrust.org).
We are grateful for support of these programs by the National Park Service's Lower Delaware Wild & Scenic River Program, which aims to protect the natural, cultural, and historic values of the Delaware River.
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Upcoming Volunteer Events | |
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As the spring weather arrives, it is a great time to get outside with our stewardship team at these upcoming volunteer events! Join us to learn about caring for natural lands on the following dates:
Stewardship Saturday - Holland Highlands Preserve - April 13 | 10 AM
Tree Planting - Quakertown Preserve - April 17 | 9 AM
Stewardship Saturday - Zega-Lockatong Preserve - May 18 | 9 AM
Visit our events page for more information, and RSVP to Emily Dunn, Stewardship Program Manager: emily@hunterdonlandtrust.org.
We are grateful for support of Stewardship Saturdays by the National Park Service's Lower Delaware Wild & Scenic River Program, which aims to protect the natural, cultural, and historic values of the Delaware River.
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Winter Farmers' Market & Summer Market Opening Day | |
Floral bouquets from Pretty Bird Farm | |
There is one more chance to visit the Winter Farmers' Market inside our Horse Barn at the historic Dvoor Farm! On April 21, celebrate Earth Day (11 AM to 1 PM) with local winter produce, pickles and olives, breads, cheeses, coffees and teas, exotic mushrooms, meats, and fresh floral bouquets. We invite you to meet the farmers, visit our HLT table, and learn how to volunteer. While you're here, enjoy a stroll on our 40-acre preserve. For information on vendors and more, visit our website.
On May 5, we launch the 18th season of the Summer Farmers' Market (9 AM to 1 PM weekly until October 27) with old favorites and new additions!
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Thank you to the below grantors for their support of Hunterdon Land Trust!
Hunterdon County awarded Hunterdon Land Trust $85,200 to purchase 5.68 acres in Readington Township for public open space. Preservation of the property will enhance water quality, protect the stream corridor, mitigate flooding, provide critical species habitat, and expand the greenway corridor.
Hunterdon County awarded the City of Lambertville $209,000 to help permanently protect Holcombe Park located in downtown Lambertville. Hunterdon Land Trust submitted the grant on behalf of the City to protect the natural, cultural, and historic resources of the property while also ensuring the continued use of the land as a place for the public to gather and recreate.
Hunterdon County awarded Hunterdon Land Trust $5,000 in American Rescue Funds to address negative economic impacts as a result of the pandemic crisis. These funds support the Dvoor Farm Rehabilitation Project.
The George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust awarded Hunterdon Land Trust $7,500 as part of their Supporting a Healthy Community: Conservation & Education program. This funding will be used to support operations during FYE 2024.
American Farmland Trust awarded Hunterdon Land Trust $10,000 to participate in a Soil Health Stewards program focused on promoting soil health on grazed lands.
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Dvoor Farm Project - Construction Update | |
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Our progress continues at the Dvoor Farm! The Bank Barn’s cupolas have been rebuilt and installed, and the new forebay has been constructed. The building has new windows and doors and a waterproof skin, as seen in the above photo. The next task is to install the new slate roof and apply insulation and new siding to the barn's exterior.
We are grateful to the many individual donors, New Jersey Historic Trust, Raritan Township, and Hunterdon County, who have provided the funding for this phase of the project.
Below, enjoy this impressive aerial drone footage captured by W.S. Cumby Construction, Inc., our construction management company for this project!
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Raritan Township Green Fair | |
Before joining us for Wine and Art at the Farm on May 4th, we hope to see you at the Raritan Township Green Fair from 11 AM to 2 PM at the municipal building parking lot (1 Municipal Drive, Flemington)! | |
Visit us at www.hunterdonlandtrust.org | | | | |
