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2023 NATIVE PLANT SALE is on!!
...start planning your piece of the network of yards... Our yards have the power to provide critical habitat for threatened bird and insect populations and also provide us with beautiful flowers. Create your own important part of the region-wide network of yards that support a sustainable ecosystem – a Homegrown National Park™.
Finding a good selection of appropriate native plants can be difficult., but we make it easier by providing a selection of native plants suited to our local soils and climate . Next Webinar: Evening Briefing: Wasps – The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect Date: February 21 at 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Zoom Webinar in partnership with the Westfield Green Team
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Duke Farms Master Ecology Program
This program is highly recommended by members of the Green Team, who took the course last year. The Master Ecologist certification course is an adult education series designed for environmental educators, land managers and stewards, private landowners, natural resource professionals, and community members with a passion for our natural environment.
Starts Feb 2
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Conservation Projects at Brightwood Park from the Scouts and Local Students
Several exciting and thoughtful projects are underway up at Brightwood this fall from scouts and student conservationists, They are tackling the hard tasks of documenting the effects of invasive species, working towards reforestation, pollinator gardens and protecting young trees from deer. We will keep you posted on the results of these efforts.
Learn more at PERSPECTIVES ON THE PARK.
Learn more at PERSPECTIVES ON THE PARK.
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RUTGERS Environmental Steward ProgramThe program brings in lots of guest speakers from Rutgers, government, and other sectors who are experts in their fields - it's highly recommended from FOBP members and friends who have completed the program.
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Nature Classes for KidsOur educational monthly classes are each a different theme and encourage children to explore the natural setting at Brightwood Park
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For children ages 2 through 8 years: 10:00 to 10: 45 a.m. - ages 2 -4 (must be accompanied by a parent) 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. - ages 4 -8 registration is required |
Here is a peek of what we are working on (subject to change!): March 2 Read Across America Story Walk March 16 Spring is in the Park April 13 Plants and vegetables May 18 Forest Bathing and meditation June 8 Dirt + Water = Mud We are also working with Lincoln School to hold an event on April 20. If you are interested in helping with our programs, please email FriendsOfBrightwoodPark@gmail.com.. |
Volunteers Needed!
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The Brightwood area was once a center of African American society in NJ. The Friends of Brightwood, in an effort led by Rob Lombard, has begun to explore and document this history.
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Samuel Jarvis, 76, of Fanwood Ave (now part of Brightwood Park).
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Friends of Brightwood Park GearNEW! Friends of Brightwood Park totes!
Whether you need a beautiful, sturdy full colored embroidered canvas tote, or a simple keep-in-the-car reusable bag, you can look great and show your support for Westfield's beautiful natural park. And don't miss the terrific hats and tee's!. Get your Brightwood Park Gear today! THANK YOU!!
to our wonderful models, Veronica and Samantha, and their parents, Mark and Yvette Rizzolo. AND to James Napoli and Britta Greene for the photo shoot at Brightwood Park |
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Friends of Brightwood Park are working to:
- preserve & restore the park as a nature sanctuary
- remove invasive species that threaten native plants & trees
- promote hiking, walking, fishing, birdwatching and activities in harmony with the habitat
- offer nature and art programs for all ages
General Membership is Free and includes a quarterly newsletter
Help Preserve Natural Spaces
Become a Member!
Help Preserve Natural Spaces
Become a Member!
LocationBrightwood Park is on the North end of Prospect Street. Go past Franklin School and look for the entrance on the left.
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