Due to the severe weather forecast, the NJSEA offices will be closed on Friday, Feb. 4. DeKorte Park is scheduled to open at 11 a.m.

Check out this great story on northjersey.com about the surge in bird watching since the pandemic began, why now is the perfrect time to begin being a bird watcher and tips to attract birds to your home. Check it out here

Don’t miss this opportunity to join the BCAS as they traverse Harrier Meadow in North Arlington, a wonderful tract usually closed to the public. They’ll be looking for wintering raptors, sparrows and ducks. The walk runs from 10 a.m. to noon. Park in lot across from entrance to Harrier Meadow on Disposal Road.

Contact: Don Torino at greatauk4@gmail.com or 201-230-4983.

Here’s a look at a classic post by Jim Wright. Happy Groundhog Day!

Like most of us, this DeKorte Park groundhog just keeps getting better and better looking.  (We think he must have seen more than his shadow.)

Actually, we’re just looking for an excuse to run this insane photo by Dennis Cheeseman again.   That’s why you might have the feeling you’ve seen it before. Happy Groundhog Day.