Category Archives: Morris County

#MorrisCty – Trails are Opened and GREAT!

Morris County Park Commission NJ sent this bulletin at 03/17/2020 04:15 PM EDT

March 17, 2020
 **Starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020**
Please Check Back for Updates
CLOSED THROUGH MARCH 31, 2020 (may be extended):
Facilities: All indoor facilities, including; Visitor Centers, Public Restrooms, Environmental Education Centers, Mennen Sports Arena, Park Commission HQ at the Cultural Center have been closed to the public.
Programs: All indoor/outdoor programs have been cancelled. The Friends of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum sponsored programs at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum have been cancelled through April at this time. The Willowwood Foundation has cancelled the April 26th Tubbs Lecture and the May 17th Lilac Party.
Rentals/Park Permits: All facility rentals are cancelled.
Permitted events: All permitted events are cancelled. Under Consideration: The Frelinghuysen Arboretum Grounds 
CURRENTLY OPEN: Golf Courses: Berkshire Valley G.C., Flanders Valley G.C., Pinch Brook G.C. & Sunset Valley G.C. Moving from accepting cash to “credit card only” transactions. Food & Beverage operations are closed.Allowing golfers that ride in carts to take their own car if desired and available.  If walking only is desired that is fine too.Posting signs on Port a Johns advising guest to use personal hygiene materials.Additional cleaning of all touchpoint areas throughout the day such as door handles, countertops, etc.
Lee’s County Park Marina Parks: At this time the Grounds & Trails of all General Purpose Parks and Linear Parks and Central Park of Morris County are open to the public. Park patrons are encouraged to use your parks, but not to congregate and to follow public health guidance.
All Public Restrooms are Closed but many sites have Portable restroom facilities please bring personal sanitary supplies.It should be noted that playgrounds, benches, picnic tables, etc. are not be disinfected.

**Starting Tuesday, March 17, 2020**
Please Check Back for Updates List of Parks By Category
Park Commission Headquarters at the Cultural Center is closed to the public without scheduled advance notice.
General Purpose Parks/TrailsColumbia Trail Trail and parking lots remain open
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Hedden County Park Park Grounds and Trails remains open
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 peopleJames Andrews Memorial County Park Trails remains open
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Jonathans Woods Trails remain open
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Loantaka Brook Reservation Park Grounds and Trails remain open
Zagster Bikes may not be available for use
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Restrooms are closed
Mahlon Dickerson Reservation Park Grounds and Trails remain open
Campgrounds may open on April 1st No gatherings of more than 50 people
Restrooms are closed
Minnisink Reservation Undeveloped Park
Mount Paul Memorial County Park Park Grounds remain open
No gatherings of more than 50 peopleOld Troy County Park Park Grounds and Trails remain open
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Passaic River County Park Park Grounds remain open
Patriots’ Path Trails remains open
Schooley’s Mtn. County Park Park Grounds and Trails remain open
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
The Lodge and Boathouse are closed
Silas Condict County Park Park Grounds and Trails remain open
Restrooms are closedNo gatherings of more than 50 people
The Casino is closedTourne County Park Park Grounds and Trails remain open
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Traction Line Recreation Trail Trail remains open
Waughaw Mtn. Greenway Undeveloped Park
West Morris Greenway Trail remains open
Horticultural Facilities & Gardens
Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center Grounds and Trails remain open
Buildings closed to the publicRestrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Elizabeth D. Kay Environmental Center Grounds and Trails remain open
Buildings closed to the public
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Frelinghuysen Arboretum Grounds and Trails remain open (Grounds and Trails may close to the public)
Buildings closed to the public
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Willowwood Arboretum Grounds and Trails remain open
Buildings closed to the public
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Historic Sites
Cooper Gristmill Grounds and Trails remain open
Buildings closed to the public
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Historic Speedwell April 4th Opening Day
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm April 4th Opening Day
Mount Hope Historical County Park Trails remain openEnvironmental Education
Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center Trails remain open
Buildings closed to the publicRestrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area Trails remain open
Buildings closed to the publicRestrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Recreation Facilities
Mennen Sports Arena Closed
Central Park of Morris County Grounds and Trails remain open
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Craigmeur Recreation Area Closed
Lee’s County Park Marina Open
Buildings closed to the public
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Lewis Morris County Park Grounds and Trails remain open
Buildings closed to the public
Restrooms are closed
No gatherings of more than 50 people
Sunrise Lake is closed
Campground closed to April 1st
Seaton Hackney Stables Waiting on operational plans from Concession Operator
No gatherings of more than 50 people

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Find a fun seed variety pack and have fun growing your own vegetables!

Social Distancing Does Not Equal Shut In

Do not become a couch potato. Social distancing and telecommuting does not me shut in! Get outside! We have awesome parks with trails to explore.

Morris County Park Commission
Morris County Park Commission

Great parks with hiking and biking trails!

https://www.morrisparks.net/index.php/parks/search/eyJyZXN1bHRfcGFnZSI6Imh0dHA6XC9cLzM3LjYwLjIzNS4xM1wvfm1vcnJpc3BhXC9pbmRleC5waHBcL3BhcmtzXC9zZWFyY2hcLyIsImNhdGVnb3J5OnR5cGUiOiIxMSIsInN1Ym1pdCI6IlN1Ym1pdCJ9

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Update ***US Department of Homeland Security extends enforcement deadline of Federal REAL ID Act from Oct. 2020 to Oct. 2021***

For whatever reason, the State Of NJ decided to introduce the ability to change your gender on your Driver’s License. No matter how you feel you identify, DON’T DO IT!! The State of New Jersey is suppose to come into compliance with the Federal Real ID Act by October 1, 2020.

Have a look at the Federal Requirements that are required to obtain a Real ID: https://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/real-id-act-text.pdf Changing your gender on your State License now will keep you from qualifying for the Federal Real ID. Or at least open up an administrative nightmare to navigate to obtain the Real ID.

NJ Officials are well aware of this deadline. It is beyond my comprehension why this obstacle is being introduced without making the Real ID compliance known.

What ever your thoughts or preferences are for identifying, it isn’t worth running the risk of being turned away at the airport if an emergency arises and you have to fly!

Morris Music Men Back At @DrewUniversity

Morris Music Men

You want a fun night out?  These guys can not only sing; but they perform!  I cannot get through there YouTube Channel without smiling!

Drew University is the place to be on May 3rd!

General admission tickets, priced at $20, are now available to the @MorrisMusicMen ‘s performance on May 3, 2020.

“Lights! Camera! Music!

The Morris Music Men go to the Movies, at Drew University in Madison, NJ. Call 877-808-8697 Ext 2 or online at Eventbrite.

Morris County – Family Fun! A Winter’s Day on the Farm

February 2, 2020 – 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Join an exciting, outdoor family adventure to experience traditional farm life as it was in the early 20th century. Enjoy an open-air, tractor pulled wagon ride, meet the friendly farm animals, learn the importance of ice harvesting and what tools were used, and stop by the Visitors Center and create your own craft to take home. Warm up in the cozy Farmhouse where seasonal foods are cooking on the wood-burning cook stove. 

  • $8 per adult, $7 per senior (65+)
  • $6 per child age 3 – 16
  • FREE for children under age 3. Friends members are half price.
  • Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morris Township
  • Contact: 973-326-7645.

#MorrisCty #Denville – Saturday, April 27, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Saturday, April 27, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

by Ferlanda Nixon
TAP into Denville
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Click to Locate a Participating Drop Box Site Here

In addition to these participating sites; there are always permanent drug drop boxes set up Here:

Chatham Township Police Department 46.9 miles
401 Southern Blvd. Chatham, NJ 07928
Madison Police Department 48.2 miles
62 Kings Rd Madison, New Jersey 07940
Chester Township Police Department 52.5 miles
1 Parker Rd Chester, NJ 07930 908-879-5514
East Hanover Police Department 52.7 miles
2 Deforest Avenue East Hanover, NJ 07936 973-887-0432
Hanover Township Police Department 53.4 miles
1000 Route 10 Whippany, New Jersey 07981 973-428-2512
Washington Township Police Department 54.9 miles
1 East Springtown Rd Long Valley, NJ 07853
Mendham Boro Police Department 56.1 miles
3 Cold Hill Rd. S. Morris, New Jersey 07926 (973)-543-2581
Parsippany Police Department 56.3 miles
3339 Rt. 46 Parsippany, New Jersey 07054 973-263-4300
Mt. Olive Police Department 57.4 miles
204 Flanders Draketown RD Budd Lake, New Jersey 07828 (973)-691-0850
Denville Township Police Department 58.0 miles
1 St. Mary’s Place Denville, New Jersey 07834 973-627-4900
Rockaway Boro Police
Department 58.6 miles
33 Maple Ave Rockaway, New Jersey 07866 (973) 627-1314
Wharton Boro Police
Department 58.8 miles
10 Robert St. Wharton, New Jersey 07885
Montville Police Department 59.3 miles
360 Route 202 Montville, New Jersey 07045 (973) 257-4300
Rockaway Township Police Department 59.4 miles
65 Mt. Hope Rd Rockaway, New Jersey 07866
Lincoln Park Police Department 59.8 miles
34 Chapel Hill Rd Lincoln Park, NJ 07035 United States 9736945533
Netcong Police Department 60.2 miles
23 Maple Ave. Netcong, New Jersey 07857 973-347-7700
Mt. Arlington Police Department 61.3 miles
520 Altenbrand Ave Mt. Arlington, New Jersey 07856
Pequannock Township Police Department 62.9 miles
530 Newark-Pompton Turnpike Pompton Plains, New Jersey 07440 (973)-835-1700
Riverdale Police Department 64.7 miles
91 Nwk Pompton Turnpike Riverdale, NJ 07457
Kinnelon Boro Police Department 64.9 miles
130 Kinnelon Rd Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405 (973) 838-5400
Butler Police Department 65.3 miles
10 High street Butler, New Jersey 07405 973-838-4100
Jefferson Township Police Department 67.1 miles
1033 Weldon Rd Oak Ridge, New Jersey 07438 (973) 697-1300
Please contact Barbara Kauffman at Morris County Prevention is Key for more information.
(973)-625-1998 bkauffman@mcpik.org

#MorrisCty – Industrial History of Northwest New Jersey

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