| State: | New Jersey |
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| Address: | 790 Ewing Ave, Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417, USA |
| Postal code: | 07417 |
| Phone: | (908) 481-4090 |
| Website: | https://njaudubon.org/centers/lorrimer-sanctuary/ |
| Monday: | Closed |
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| Tuesday: | Closed |
| Wednesday: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday: | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday: | Closed |
Went on two Friday walks this year. Had Mary as a guide both times. Her knowledge of the birds, bird calls and plant life was extensive. It’s a beautiful natural area and the building has just been renovated. They were planning a special Saturday on monarch butterflies when I visited. Especially enjoyed seeing northern flickers, crows and chipping sparrows and learning more about the plants and trees.
Beautiful space with some lovely events. We attended the nature infused cocktail workshop with Mary and had a great time! We’ll be back for the children’s nature classes
We had a really good time here. People are very friendly and kind. They taught us how to make a wreath. You could book the event with them. I highly recommend.
Came for the first time today and already looking forward to returning and seeing what's changed! Trails are pristinely kept, and since the Sanctuary is set back from the road, it feels like you're disappearing into the trees. Educational signs are posted every so often with illustrations depicting the local wildlife and facts about them and their habits. Met a friendly staff member who told me a bit about future plans, which I'm looking forward to seeing! Wildlife everywhere, absolutely incredible.
This is a beautiful and diverse nature education center in Franklin Lakes, staffed by terrific people. There is so much to observe with all the senses! You can go casually for a stroll around, or stay for hours. I've been going there for 40 years, and what's BRAND NEW is the deer exclosure around most of the property. By preventing New Jersey's over-abundance of deer from browsing down all the native plants the moment they start growing, the fence is allowing myriad new plants to appear! The photo below is of a baby spice bush (lindera benzoin), which is habitat for a wide variety of insects and other animals. Rubbing a leaf with your fingers creates the most enticing aroma. You will discover something new every time you go, and the strolls are very relaxing, interesting and even therapeutic for all ages.