Hopatcong Environmental Commission

Hopatcong Environmental Commission A page for Hopatcong residents to interact with the Hopatcong Environmental Commission. The duties of Hopatcong Environmental Commission include:

A. B. C. D. E. F.

The promotion of conservation, antipollution, beautification and development of the natural resources of the Borough of Hopatcong. The planning and implementing of and informing the public about local conservation, antipollution and beautification programs. The compiling and keeping of an index of all scenic historic park recreation open areas, publicly or privately owned, including open marshland

s, swamps and other wetlands. The power to conduct research into possible use of the open areas of the Borough of Hopatcong. Recommend to the Borough Land Use Board plans and programs for inclusion in a Municipal Master Plan and the development and use of such areas. Advertise, prepare, print and distribute books, maps, charts, plans and pamphlets which, in its judgment, it deems necessary for its purposes. G. Manage donated or purchased lands for conservation purposes and operate conservation programs. H. Act as the coordinating agency of the community on conservation matters and a liaison between local conservation needs and regional, state and federal agencies ministering to those needs. I. The Commission, with the approval of the Council of the Borough of Hopatcong, may from time to time acquire property, both real and personal, in the name of the Borough of Hopatcong, by gift, purchase, grant, bequest, devise or lease, for any of its purposes, including, but not limited to, use as living museums, sites for scientific study, areas for teaching of natural history, and conservation, places of historic or prehistoric interest, and beauty and habitat for rare and endangered plants and animals, and shall administer the same for such purposes subject to the terms of the conveyance or gift. Such an acquisition may be to acquire the fee or any lesser interest, development right, easement (including conservation easement), covenant or other contractual right (including a conveyance on condition or with limitations or reversions) as may be necessary to acquire, maintain, improve, protect, limit the future use of, or otherwise conserve and properly utilize open spaces and other land and water areas in the Borough of Hopatcong.

08/07/2026
REMINDER that our "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months) OuterSpatial Challenge is underway. Thanks to those tha...
08/07/2026

REMINDER that our "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months) OuterSpatial Challenge is underway. Thanks to those that have started the challenge, but there is still time to join in on the fun.
To complete the challenge, you need to hike at least four of our six OuterSpatial Outings (hiking routes) before the end of October. Everyone that completes the Challenge in OuterSpatial will be entered into a drawing to win a $75 Ramsey Outdoors gift card. If you complete all six hikes, you double your chances to win!
Scan the QR-Code or follow the link below ***on your phone*** to get started with the Challenge. If you do not have the Borough's outdoor app, OuterSpatial, this link will prompt you to install it. Once installed, start the Challenge in the OuterSpatial and select the Outing ((hike) you are beginning. Send questions to [email protected]. OuterSpatial Challenge Link: https://outerspatial.link/5vi0KrfuO3b

REMINDER that our "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months) OuterSpatial Challenge is underway. Thanks to those tha...
08/07/2026

REMINDER that our "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months) OuterSpatial Challenge is underway. Thanks to those that have started the challenge, but there is still time to join in on the fun.
To complete the challenge, you need to hike at least four of our six OuterSpatial Outings (hiking routes) before the end of October. Everyone that completes the Challenge in OuterSpatial will be entered into a drawing to win a $75 Ramsey Outdoors gift card. If you complete all six hikes, you double your chances to win!
Scan the QR-Code or follow the link below ***on your phone*** to get started with the Challenge. If you do not have the Borough's outdoor app, OuterSpatial, this link will prompt you to install it. Once installed, start the Challenge in the OuterSpatial and select the Outing ((hike) you are beginning. Send questions to [email protected]. OuterSpatial Challenge Link:

Explore the outdoors confidently with information and experiences curated by the organizations that protect and manage your favorite outdoor places.

Get Outdoors in Hopatcong by participating in the Borough's "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months). To complete ...
08/07/2026

Get Outdoors in Hopatcong by participating in the Borough's "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months). To complete the challenge, you need to hike at least four of our six OuterSpatial Outings (hiking routes) over the next four months (July through October). You can choose to complete four hikes in a single month or spread your hikes over all four months. Everyone that completes the Challenge in OuterSpatial will be entered into a drawing to win a $75 Ramsey Outdoors gift card. If you complete all six hikes, you double your chances to win! Scan the QR-Code or follow the link below ***on your phone*** to get started with the Challenge. If you do not have the Borough's outdoor app, OuterSpatial, this link will prompt you to install it. Once installed, start the Challenge in the OuterSpatial and select the Outing ((hike) you are beginning. Send questions to [email protected]

Explore the outdoors confidently with information and experiences curated by the organizations that protect and manage your favorite outdoor places.

07/22/2026

The Hopatcong Environmental Commission will be participating in the Hopatcong Monthly Market this coming Sunday- July 26.

Do you have a question about Hopatcong's environment or natural resources?
Do you have a question about Hopatcong's Trails?
Are you aware of any Environmental problems or contamination?
Any questions about Lake Hopatcong?
Are you interested in volunteering with us on environmental issues?

Members of the Commission will be available to address your concerns.

We look forward to seeing you from 11 a.m to 3 p.m

Send a message to learn more

Get Outdoors in Hopatcong by participating in the Borough's "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months). To complete ...
07/01/2026

Get Outdoors in Hopatcong by participating in the Borough's "Four-in-Four Challenge" (4 hikes in 4 months). To complete the challenge, you need to hike at least four of our six OuterSpatial Outings (hiking routes) over the next four months (July through October). You can choose to complete four hikes in a single month or spread your hikes over all four months. Everyone that completes the Challenge in OuterSpatial will be entered into a drawing to win a $75 Ramsey Outdoors gift card. If you complete all six hikes, you double your chances to win! Scan the QR-Code or follow the link below ***on your phone*** to get started with the Challenge. If you do not have the Borough's outdoor app, OuterSpatial, this link will prompt you to install it. Once installed, start the Challenge in the OuterSpatial and select the Outing ((hike) you are beginning. Send questions to [email protected] https://outerspatial.link/5vi0KrfuO3b

Trails Day Work Party.Be part of the outdoors experience.The Hopatcong Environmental Commission is developing two new lo...
05/21/2026

Trails Day Work Party.

Be part of the outdoors experience.

The Hopatcong Environmental Commission is developing two new loop trails in the Eves Mountain Inlet Sanctuary. One of the new loops will include a scenic overlook over Henderson Cove. To complete the new trails, we are sponsoring a Trails Day Work Party on June 13, 2026 from 10 a.m. To 12:00 p.m. We would ask participants to bring branch cutters, brush trimmers and/or hammers to help us widen the new trails. Be part of the Trails experience! Raindate is June 14. We will meet at the Eves Sanctuary parking area, located off SC Route 609 (Lakeside Avenue).

Even if you can't make the work party. we would still urge you all to get out and enjoy the woods. The existing Mountain Inlet yellow loop is an easy 1.25 mile well marked hike.

National Trails Day is June 6, 2026. Our friends and partners at the Lake Hopatcong Foundation are sponsoring a Trail Day Hike and Photo Scavenger Hunt on June 6, 2026 at 10 a,m. on the Liffy Island/James Leach Boardwalk Trail in Jefferson Township. You can sign up or obtain additional information by visiting Lakehopatcongfoundation.org

05/11/2026

Please visit the Hopatcong Environmental Commission Booth at the Lake Hopatcong Foundation's Block Party on Saturday May 16th from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Commission will be distributing free tree seedlings while supplies last. We look forward to seeing you this coming Saturday.

04/27/2026

The Environmental Commission would like to thank everyone that came out for Shred Day! Unfortunately, the weather did not quite cooperate with us for a more successful Clean Up day. However, we would like to remind everyone that you don't need a specific day to clean up your neighborhood, everyday can be Clean Up day!

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GUIDANCE FOR HOPATCONG CLEAN UP DAY and PAPER SHRED DAYAPRIL 25, 20269:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.CLEAN UP DAY1. All residents ...
04/22/2026

GUIDANCE FOR HOPATCONG CLEAN UP DAY and PAPER SHRED DAY
APRIL 25, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

CLEAN UP DAY
1. All residents are strongly encouraged to walk the streets in the vicinity of their home and pick up litter and other garbage or debris. If someone else has already done your area, please do an adjoining street. If you encounter something too large or bulky for you to handle, please notify the Environmental Commission at [email protected] or come to the Municipal Building between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on the day of the event to make special arrangements.

2. We would also encourage all participants to register with the Environmental Commission. Continued funding for this and similar events is dependent on us showing community participation. You can register either in person in the Borough Hall parking lot between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on the day of the event or by using the registration form found at https://forms.gle/TiYVNGB5R3F9aGgU9 or by using the QR Code printed below is attached. Any and all groups, ie. Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Sports Groups or Community Associations should also register.

3. For groups, the Commission has a list of potential locations. Please contact us at [email protected] as the public-facing email address. [email protected] if you need suggestions.

4. You must register with the Commission, if you need equipment: vests, gloves, grabbers, bags etc. The equipment can be picked up at Borough Hall after 9:00 a.m. on the morning of the event. Some of the equipment (vests, grabbers) will be on loan from the county and must be returned. The equipment must be returned to us by 1:00 p.m. on the day of the event at Borough Hall.

5. The cleanup is primarily intended for Borough roadways. We cannot authorize anyone to trespass onto private property without permission from the property owner. Entry onto Borough property is allowed.

6. Small amounts of collected materials can be disposed of in your regular household garbage. Significant amounts can be brought to DPW Building by 1:00 p.m. on the day of the event for disposal. The Borough will have a dumpster available to receive the waste.

7. For youth and community groups, if there is a significant amount of material, members of the commission can arrange to pick up the materials for you. To utilize this service, you must be registered and you must see a member of the Commission at the registration table on the day of the event.

8. The cleanup event is intended for litter and debris found scattered around the Borough. It is not intended to enable residents to clean out their basements, attics and garages.

9. Used auto tires found in the woods and along the roadways can be accepted. To do so, you must be registered and, if possible, speak to a member of the commission on the day of the event.

10. If you are unable to participate on the day of the cleanup, we would still encourage you to clean-up your neighborhood. If any special assistance is needed, you can contact the Environmental Commission at [email protected].

11. In the event of rain, the cleanup will be conducted on Sunday April 26, 2026.

SHRED DAY

12. Simultaneous to the cleanup, the Commission is also sponsoring a Paper Shred Day at the Municipal Building parking lot from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This is a drive-through service. Volunteers will be available to help remove the materials from your vehicles. There is no charge and there is no limit on the amount of materials.

13. This event will occur rain or shine.

14. Wet materials cannot be accepted.
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15. A small number of Tree Seedlings for planting will be available at the Registration Desk between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on the day of the cleanup.

16. Supplies are limited and will be available on a First Comes/First Served basis. Limit of 2 seedlings per participant.

QR CODE FOR Registration:

Date: Saturday April 25, 2026 Check-in: Municipal Building (111 River Styx Rd) Trash Drop-off: DPW Garage (120 River Styx Rd) Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Contact Us: [email protected] Trash bags, gloves, trash pickers available at Check-in

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