Great Swamp Watershed Association

06/12/2026

BIG NEWS for clean water in New Jersey! 🌿

A huge THANK YOU to the women of Garden State for recognizing the importance of protecting our local waterways. We are honored to be the first environmental project ever awarded a $100,000 grant through their incredible giving program.

This grant will help bring the Loantaka Brook Watershed Restoration and Protection Plan to life, advancing efforts to improve water quality, restore habitat, and strengthen our watershed's clean water legacy for generations to come.

Together, we're proving that community-driven stewardship can create lasting change. Thank you for investing in a cleaner, healthier future for people, wildlife, and our shared environment.

06/12/2026

We enjoyed Andrew The Arborist's reel highlighting the beautiful 'Botany of Nations' exhibit — open now through February 14, 2027 at the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. The plants Lewis and Clark documented are part of a living story that continues in watersheds like ours. This one is for everyone to consider! 🌿

06/12/2026

We are about safe water

06/11/2026

Raise a cup to 45 years of protecting our local waters! We’re celebrating this milestone with a special Summer Afternoon Tea on July 19 at the stunning Cora Hartshorn Arboretum. 🫖

Our team is trading in their field gear for aprons to host a homemade high tea, complete with finger sandwiches, scones, and sweets. Your ticket includes the full service plus an exclusive, hand-thrown GSWA 45th-anniversary mug to take home as a keepsake. It’s going to be a lovely afternoon of community and celebration, featuring a Fancy Hat Contest and trivia prizes. 👒

Tickets are $75 and space is limited—we’d love to have you there to toast to our past successes and the work still ahead. Grab your tickets at greatswamp.org/event/afternoon-tea-26 and start planning your best garden hat! 🌿

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

Let's keep the calls going and don't miss the virtual Hour of Action. READ MORE BELOW

06/09/2026

World Fish Migration Day 🐟 may have passed but you can discover what's swimming in the Passaic River at the June Breakfast Briefing where Alex Sloane reveals the fin-tastic fish hiding in our local streams. Enjoy a light breakfast and learn what their presence (or absence) says about our water quality.

FREE for GSWA members | $10 adults | $5 kids
📅 RSVP Required. Link in bio under events

06/08/2026

We still have a few spots open for both sessions this week! Visit greatswamp.org/events to register!

Kick off the sunny season on the water with the Great Swamp Watershed Association on Thursday, June 11th! Session 1 will be 5:00 - 6:30pm, and session 2 will be 7:00 - 8:30pm. We’re launching from Great Piece Meadows in Fairfield for a scenic guided paddle along the Passaic River, an area bursting with vibrant wildlife, native vegetation, and stunning views.

Life vests are provided, but space is limited! We have ONLY 7 SPOTS AVAILABLE for each trip, and they will sell out fast. Don't miss the boat— visit Greatswmap.org/events to register ASAP and secure your spot on the river! ☀️🕶️

06/08/2026

19 community orgs came together and presented at the Summit Green Showcase proving what happens when we come together. Read the article and find the full video to watch all the inspiring 2-minute talks at: https://bit.ly/4uqd1nU. 🌿💧

06/04/2026

Morristown Resident, your voice matters! 🌳 TONIGHT 5:30-8pm - pick one of 4 parks near you and share your vision for our outdoor spaces! Help shape the new Recreation Plan. Your ideas for the future. 💚 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4dLjTag

Thank you Morristown Minute for the local reporting and sharing the information!