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Sourland Events

Upcoming Events
The Sourland Conservancy presents: Talk of the Sourlands 
The Sourland Conservancy will continue to host our annual education series this fall. Previously held at the Hopewell Train Station, we have decided to take the program on the road this year. Taking our show “on the road” will help us reach more people all around the Sourlands. Talks will take place at the Titusville Presbyterian Church and Duke Farms, among other places throughout the Sourland Region. We have some exciting speakers lined up, including local artists, native tree and birds of prey experts, the African-American connection to our lands, and more!

You can find our upcoming talks and registration links below! 

Be sure to join our mailing list to be the first to know when the Sourland Speaker Series will start! 

Just a Walk: Rainbow Hill

Stay tuned for the 2024 hike schedule! 

This series is a way to encourage people to go on easy walks in our beautiful Sourland preserves. As a group, we will take a relaxing walk in the woods to admire the unique flora and fauna of the Sourlands, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the relaxing sights and sounds of a lovely public preserve, as well as each other’s company!
This hiking series is free, but participants are required to register and sign a waiver to attend. Donations are appreciated.
Past Events
Fall Tree Sale & Plant Swap

October 8, 2023 at Duke Farms Market
October 14, 2023 at the Sourland Conservancy office

Over one million trees in our beautiful Sourland forest will die within the next few years. That’s twenty percent of all trees – in our gorgeous public parks and preserves, in our yard, and probably in yours. One of the best ways to help the Sourlands is by transitioning your mowed lawn to a beautiful native garden. Planting native trees, shrubs, and flowers in your yard will help you save time, money, and the planet!

Transform your lawn with our annual tree kit sale! The biodiversity kit was designed for areas with moist soil, as they are common in floodplains and streambanks. A limited quantity is available. The kit includes: 

1 Black Willow (Salix nigra)

2 White meadowsweet (Spiraea latifolia)

*Sourland Conservancy Members Only* 3 Sweet Scented Joe-Pye (Eupatorium purpureum)

New Perennial Bed Design (Courtesy of Pensive Weeds)

Planting Tools 

Order your kit at any time and pick it up at the Sourland Conservancy office (83 Princeton Ave., Hopewell) on Saturday, October 14th any time between 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Available while supplies last.

Sourland Spectacular

Saturday, September 9th at The Watershed Institute

Thank you to everyone who attended 12th annual Sourland Spectacular cycling rally! Check out the photos from this years event and stay tuned to learn more about next years Sourland Spectacular. Routes will began and ended at The Watershed Institute. All are welcome to participate and enjoy natural beauty, fresh air, and fun to “Save the Sourlands.” Visit https://www.sourlandspectacular.com/ for more information.

Solo Biker Background Sourland Spectacular
Crowd Sourland Music Festival
The Sourland Mountain Festival

Saturday, July 15th, 3-8:30 pm, Rain or Shine, Unionville Vineyards, (9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ  08551)

We had the best time at the Sourland Mountain Fest! We enjoyed the best local music, food, beverages, activities, and crafts. Celebrating its 18th year, the five and 1/2-hour festival hosted history, critters, wildlife, and outdoor activities with a beautiful view (especially at sunset) of farming fields on the Sourland Mountain. Visit www.SourlandMountainFest.com to learn more and check out the photo gallery! 

Sourland Member Strawberry Social

Hopewell Borough Park 

Thank you to all the Sourland Conservancy members who attended the annual Strawberry Member Social on Sunday, June 11th! We picked delectable native strawberries, learned about sustainable foraging, met our fellow Sourland Conservancy members, and ate delicious ice cream from The Bent Spoon! 

Check out some photos from the event, below!

Stream monitoring participants
Stream School in partnership with The Watershed Institute

Wednesday, May 3 through Saturday, May 20, 2023

Thank you to all who attended this year’s intensive course to become certified stream monitors! We had a blast visiting preserves all over the Sourlands with you to assess the health of the streams.

    If interested in joining us next year, please fill out this form.  If you have any questions, you can reach out to Stewards@Sourland.org.

    Sourland Mountain Festival

    July 15, 2023

    The Sourland Mountain Festival is a once-a-year opportunity to enjoy great, live music in the scenic beauty of the Sourlands.

    While you’re there, learn about the Sourland Conservancy’s dedicated work to protect the region’s important ecological resources, history and culture.

    It’s a really great way to celebrate the Sourlands and support the mission of the Sourland Conservancy!

    Sourland Spectacular

    September 9, 2023

    The Sourland Spectacular is back, celebrating its 12th consecutive year on September 9 at 7am!
    The event at the Watershed Institute on September 9th will feature both staggered starts and lunches. Riders may begin when they would like between 7:00–10:00am in order to complete their route in time for lunch.
    The $50 early bird entry fee (plus processing) until August 15th for the September 9th event includes lunch, arm warmers, and rest stops with snacks. 

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