Morris County Park Commission

10/22/2026

Saturday, October 24th: Trail Tales at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center!

You'll hear unforgettable family-friendly Halloween stories told by our costumed storytellers, see Jack-o-lanterns and Halloween scenes, and experience the Great Swamp after dark in this special one-hour guided walk. You'll laugh, be a little spooked, and maybe learn something about nature, too!

For ages 6 and up only (please see our Teeny Tiny Trail Tales for a special, littles-oriented version of this event!). $13 per person. Bring your family and friends, or just yourself! All are welcome to wear costumes. Experience the Great Swamp as you've never seen it before in our 24th season of Trail Tales!

Sign up online at tinyurl.com/TrailTales2026 or over the phone at 973-635-6629; slots fill quickly! Preregistration required. Time slots available every 15 minutes starting at 5:30pm. Last slot at 7:45pm. Rain or shine.

10/21/2026

Know before you go! Ongoing paving and road work at various Morris County Parks this fall. 🚧

Have questions? Contact us at morrisparks.net.

10/09/2026

Friends of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum is holding their 2026 Tree Symposium on 11/7 at Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Price is $70 for Friends' Members an d $85 for Non-Members.

For more information and registration, visit https://www.arboretumfriends.org/events/

10/07/2026

Let your creativity get a little spooky at Frelinghuysen Arboretum's annual Boo-Tiful Pumpkin Walk & Craft Fest! Paint, carve or dress up a pumpkin to put on display! Deadline for entry is 10/14. 🎃

Register here: https://www.morrisparks.net/events/boo-tiful-pumpkin-walk-and-craft-fest-6/

Morris County Gardens

10/05/2026

Join us every weekend in October for fall fun at Fosterfield's! 🐮

Fall festivities have begun at Fosterfields!
Come to the farm on Saturdays and Sundays in October to experience the season the old-fashioned way. Watch apples being pressed into c***r, take a wagon ride and pick your own pumpkins! Pumpkin guaranteed with preregistration only.

We are also collecting donations for St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center! Please visit sthuberts.org/wishlist for more information.

10/01/2026

You're invited to our 23rd annual Lenape Day!

The Morris County Park Commission is partnering with members of the Ramapough Lenape Nation for a day of cultural celebration. Learn about Lenape history, experience ceremonial dances and drumming, play traditional Lenape games, tour a life-sized wigwam, try bow drill fire-making, and more!

Walk-ins welcome, rain or shine. Parking at 240 Southern Boulevard; free shuttle buses take you across the street to the event. If you'd like to buy tickets in advance, go to https://www.morrisparks.net/events/lenape-day-6/ or give us a call at 973-635-6629. $5 per person, ages 3 and under free. We hope to see you there!

Image: Event flyer for Lenape Day at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center.

09/22/2026

Fosterfields will be closed on Wednesday, September 23. Thank you for understanding!

09/18/2026

09/14/2026

Join us on Thursday, September 17, where Morris County Park Commission and NJAISA will be hosting a "Grove of 13" tree planting ceremony in honor of America's 250th. Thirteen trees will be planted to represent each of the original thirteen colonies.

This 9/11, we are still thinking of the courage that led so many people to heroic efforts in response to the tragedy that day. Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor the tenacity that led to many lives saved and the sacrifices made by so many first-responders and brave bystanders on behalf of fellow Americans.

It is that kind of tenacity that lies at the core of the United States of America's founding. Our founders first declared this country a nation on July 4, 1776, in the midst of an ongoing war for our independence. As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of this nation, we remember the legacy of all those brave men and women who have prioritized service to others over their own safety.

There are two special events coming up next week to honor our veterans and to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation.

▪️On Wednesday, September 16, volunteers will be providing tree work in Brigadier General William C. Doyle Cemetery through Saluting Branches.

▪️On Thursday, September 17, the NJAISA, together with the Morris County Park Commission, will be hosting a "Grove of 13" tree planting ceremony in honor of our nation's 250th. Thirteen trees will be planted, one to represent each of the original thirteen colonies.

All are welcome at the Grove of 13 tree planting ceremony, but please see the invitation linked in the comments and email [email protected] to RSVP.

Additionally, re: 9/11, if you have not seen the documentary "The Trees," we recommend it. "Filmed over the course of five years, The Trees documents the journey of over 400 Swamp White Oaks from their temporary home in New Jersey to the World Trade Center Memorial Plaza. "

You'll see some familiar faces. 🔗 in the comments.

09/11/2026

We are honored and appreciative to be a part of this effort.

This 9/11, we are still thinking of the courage that led so many people to heroic efforts in response to the tragedy that day. Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor the tenacity that led to many lives saved and the sacrifices made by so many first-responders and brave bystanders on behalf of fellow Americans.

It is that kind of tenacity that lies at the core of the United States of America's founding. Our founders first declared this country a nation on July 4, 1776, in the midst of an ongoing war for our independence. As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of this nation, we remember the legacy of all those brave men and women who have prioritized service to others over their own safety.

There are two special events coming up next week to honor our veterans and to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation.

▪️On Wednesday, September 16, volunteers will be providing tree work in Brigadier General William C. Doyle Cemetery through Saluting Branches.

▪️On Thursday, September 17, the NJAISA, together with the Morris County Park Commission, will be hosting a "Grove of 13" tree planting ceremony in honor of our nation's 250th. Thirteen trees will be planted, one to represent each of the original thirteen colonies.

All are welcome at the Grove of 13 tree planting ceremony, but please see the invitation linked in the comments and email [email protected] to RSVP.

Additionally, re: 9/11, if you have not seen the documentary "The Trees," we recommend it. "Filmed over the course of five years, The Trees documents the journey of over 400 Swamp White Oaks from their temporary home in New Jersey to the World Trade Center Memorial Plaza. "

You'll see some familiar faces. 🔗 in the comments.