Environment
Events, Outings, Information

In this component of the club, members learn about the importance of, and strategies for, achieving a healthy and sustainable environment, through increased awareness of conservation issues; members enjoy outings to gardens and points of interest that promote a deeper appreciation of our natural resources. Chair: Nancy Gale
Spring Planting at the Franklin Township Municipal Complex Gazebo
Franklin Woman's Club donated over 200 marigold, vinca, and geranium plants to the township municipal complex. Members planted the flowers at the gazebo garden, and contributed to watering, mulching, and care of the area. Pictured left to right - Mary Lou Bak, Delores Still and Phyllis Beals







Club members enjoyed a spring trip to NJ Botanical Garden at Skylands in Ringwood State Park
FWC members enjoyed a May visit to the NJ Botanical Garden at Skylands, in Ringwood State Park. The lilacs were in bloom, as were the dogwoods and azaleas. Pictured L-R: Karen Hagerman, Susan Carroll, Sharon Seiwert, Stephanie Carr. Photos by Nancy Gale.
Club members enjoyed a fall trip to Palisades Interstate Park and the Woman's Federation Monument
Right: FWC members atop the Women's Federation Monument - L-R: Sharon Seiwert, Phyllis Beals, Nancy Gale, Joanne Murset, Geri Krassowski, Karen Hagerman

View of the Hudson River from State Line Lookout

L-R: Sharon Seiwert, Phyllis Beals, Nancy Gale, Joanne Murset, Geri Krassowski, Karen Hagerman

Autumn colors were ablaze!

View of the Hudson River from State Line Lookout




Club Members visited Frelinghuysen Gardens
On a beautiful April morning, Woman's Club members toured the 127 acre Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morristown, where they enjoyed gardens, woodlands, and flowering trees. The tulips were especially breathtaking at this time of year.

Conservation and Garden Tips
Plant List to Supply Nectar for Butterflies
Butterfly & Caterpillar Host Plants
Spring Planting Tips for Birds & Butterflies
NJ Butterfly Club (https://www.naba.org/chapters/nabanj/)
National Wildlife Certification Checklist
How to Certify Your Yard as a Bird/Wildlife Habitat (https://www.nwf.org/Garden-for-Wildlife/Certify)
Somerset County Recycling Program (https://www.co.somerset.nj.us/government/public-works/recycling)