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A pair of river otters lay in the water together, with one resting its head up against the other.
Creature Feature: Fur-Ever Together
Welcome to the February edition of Creature Feature, where we highlight the fascinating species that call New Jersey home. Whether you're a longtime…

February 10, 2025
Education, Environment

A myriad of hazardous household products sit on the ground
Free Hazardous Waste Disposal Days
Disposing of household hazardous waste properly is vital for protecting public health and our local environment. Household hazardous waste is any…

January 29, 2025
Community, Environment

A salted sidewalk
Balancing Safety and Sustainability: The Environmental Impact of Road Salt
Each winter, roads, sidewalks, and driveways turn white not just from snow but from salt. While road salt is important for safety, it comes with a cost…

January 24, 2025
Environment

A pile of differently branded candy wrappers
1,379 and Counting… A Sweet Solution to Plastic Waste
In November, we launched a special recycling program to collect candy and snack wrappers, aiming to spread awareness about recycling during Halloween—a…

January 21, 2025
Community, Environment

A map displaying the watershed surrounding Lake Hopatcong.
The Ripple Effect: How Watersheds Connect Us All
“In nature nothing exists alone.” - Rachel Carson, Silent Spring Every January 26, World Environmental Education Day highlights the importance…

January 20, 2025
Education, Environment

A tufted titmouse sits on a snowy perch.
Creature Feature: Frosty Feathers
Welcome back to another edition of Creature Feature, where we explore the wildlife that call Lake Hopatcong and New Jersey home! Whether you’re…

January 06, 2025
Education, Environment

a burning candle with some cookies
Small changes, big impact for a greener holiday season
The holiday season is a time for warmth and joy, but it’s also an opportunity to celebrate in ways that are kind to the environment. With a few thoughtful…

December 10, 2024
Community, Environment

A black bear walks near some brush next to a road.
Creature Feature: Hiber-Nation
Welcome to this month’s Creature Feature, where we explore the wildlife that call Lake Hopatcong and New Jersey home. In previous articles, we’ve…

December 04, 2024
Education, Environment

Ice retardant systems: Balancing protection, safety, and environmental impact
The following information on the safe usage of ice retardant systems has been provided by the Lake Hopatcong Commission.  The idea of protecting in-lake…

December 02, 2024
Environment, Safety

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