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New Year’s First Day Hike at Batsto Village Walk/Wharton State Forest: Pine Barrens Guided Walk 2023
Here are more New Year’s activities in New Jersey.
- As of December 28, 2022, these are the details that have been released about this New Year’s Day event.
New Year’s Day First Day Hike: THE RESILIENT PINE BARRENS GUIDED WALK
Looking for some inspiration to tackle 2023? Join Wharton State Forest staff on a 2-mile, guided interpretive walk and learn about some of the resilient species in the Pinelands National Reserve. Topics include American eels, beavers, and carnivorous plants! Service animals are welcome.
Level of Difficulty
Moderate – 2 miles. Wear sturdy footgear & weather-appropriate clothing. Bring water and snacks.
Recommended Ages
Children 10 years and older, with an adult are welcome.
When is this New Year’s Day hiking event?
January 1 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
When is the raindate?
No rain date information has been provided.
Is the event indoors or outdoors?
OutdoorIs registration required?
YesTo register please call the Batsto Visitor Center at 609-561-0024. For more information you may email [email protected]. Cancellations will be posted on the “Wharton State Forest” Facebook page. In the event of cancellation, every effort will be made to call those registered.
New Year’s Day Hike Activities
- 2 mile hike
What is the admission price for this New Year’s Day hiking event in Hammonton?
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Where is this event happening?
This event is happening at
Meeting Spot
Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest 31 Batsto Road Hammonton, NJ 08037. Meet in front of the Batsto Visitor Center.