Celebrating South Branch Preserve

Last week The Land Conservancy of New Jersey celebrated 30,000 acres preserved with a very special farm-to-table dinner at South Branch Preserve, inviting supporters, partners, and other key stakeholders to join us in celebrating this significant milestone.

TLCNJ thanks everyone who make this special event possible. Andrea from The Artist Baker prepared a delicious meal using organic produce grown on site by City Green, and Man Skirt Brewing poured refreshing, locally sourced brews.

We revisited the history of our most active preserve: its establishment in 2010 thanks to a thwarted housing development, the popularity of our community garden, City Green farm planting roots to feed NJ families, and the many hands that have contributed to the preserve's growth. Guests enjoyed a walking tour of the wetlands, reforestation area, and City Green Farm led by staff members who have a deep connection to this land.

On this special night we also unveiled some exciting plans for the future: a new master plan focused on balancing increased public access to recreational opportunities at South Branch with the critical need to preserve drinking water quality. It establishes a clear vision for improving existing facilities and identifying new, appropriate recreational spaces.

Photos by Rob Yaskovic.