Articles of category "New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve, NJ"

The New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve was the country's first National Reserve, designated as such in 1978. Over one-million acres of land, spread across seven New Jersey counties make up this protected reserve. It is home to thousands of species of plants and animals, approximately one hundred of which are threatened or endangered. As such an important environmental preserve, those who are interested in the environment and agriculture traveling to the New Jersey area should make the Pinelands a must-see destination.

Not every reserve new jersey protects is as unique as the pinelands. The new jersey pinelands are made special by the wildlife and vegetation which make their home here, as well as by the unique co-operation between local and federal government which keeps the nj pinelands safe. The new jersey pinelands are a wonderful example of sustainable community building.