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Rewilding: What it is and How to Do it
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Rewilding: What it is and How to Do it

Summer has nearly come and gone; did everyone get to have some fun out in the sun? Even if you...
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Staying Fashionable While Hiking
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Staying Fashionable While Hiking

As much as a pair of sweats and a stretched out t-shirt may be one of the most comfortable outfits...
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Recollections of The Pine Barrens Protection Act’s 30th Anniversary
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Recollections of The Pine Barrens Protection Act’s 30th Anniversary

Last Saturday, June 17, the Long Island Pine Barrens Society packed their cars full of tents and posters, and made...
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Ingestible Invasives
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Ingestible Invasives

For those lucky enough to own a home, Spring is the season of lawn care. There are many fast spreading...
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Recommendations From The Board of Directors
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Recommendations From The Board of Directors

We’re a month into spring now, how is everybody enjoying (or not enjoying) the warmer weather? While it may still...
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Spring Activities Both Indoors and Out!
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Spring Activities Both Indoors and Out!

Spring is finally here! Though the temperature this morning may not feel like it, this is a long-awaited reprieve from...
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Getting Started with Gardening
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Getting Started with Gardening

February is nearly gone, and while the cold weather may still be keeping us wrapped up, it’s a good time...
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Introducing the LIPBS 12 for 12!
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Introducing the LIPBS 12 for 12!

Happy New Year! The year 2022 has come and gone, and as fast or as slow as it may have...
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How To Enjoy Winter in The Pine Barrens
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How To Enjoy Winter in The Pine Barrens

With cold weather upon us, and only more of it to come, a question of how to best enjoy your...
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3 Tips For a More Sustainable Thanksgiving
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3 Tips For a More Sustainable Thanksgiving

It’s that time of the year when we need to prepare a three-course meal, usually complete with a selection of...
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Gala 45 Wrap Up
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Gala 45 Wrap Up

What a month it’s been! If you’ve been following us online, you probably know that last week we had our...
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What is “The Best of The Rest”?
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What is “The Best of The Rest”?

A little over a month ago, the Long Island Pine Barrens Society announced our newest initiative, The Best of The...
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Protecting Yourself From Ticks
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Protecting Yourself From Ticks

With the summer heat sweeping across the island, it’s one of the best times of the year to get out...
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How Your Donation Dollars Help
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How Your Donation Dollars Help

Have you ever wondered how your donation benefits our non-profit organization?  Let’s take a look at the important projects your...
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Summer Recreation in the Pine Barrens
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Summer Recreation in the Pine Barrens

Summer weather is finally here!  Whether you’re spending time with your family or flying solo, there are many ways to...
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Endangered and Threatened Species on Long Island
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Endangered and Threatened Species on Long Island

Friday, May 20th is National Endangered Species Day.  Many remarkable creatures inhabiting our local environment are at risk of disappearing...
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Earth Day: Its Origin and Significance
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Earth Day: Its Origin and Significance

Every year, the world celebrates Earth Day, a day that demonstrates support for the protection of our amazing planet and...
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How do flowers know to bloom in the spring?
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How do flowers know to bloom in the spring?

As the weather gets warmer and the sun starts shining, you may be starting to see some flower buds opening...
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Resolutions to Start in 2022
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Resolutions to Start in 2022

It’s that time of year again when we all reflect on the past year and start planning for the year...
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Spooky Creatures in the Pine Barrens
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Spooky Creatures in the Pine Barrens

Spooky Creatures in the Pine Barrens If you’re like me, you look forward to the Fall all year. The temperature...
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Cover photo: Steve Young