FOPOS Juneteenth Nature Walk // Friday, June 19th

Join FOPOS’s Stewardship Team on June 19 for a special Juneteenth Nature Walk as we celebrate freedom, culture, community, and outdoor wellness in the Preserve. This guided walk offers an opportunity to honor the legacy of Juneteenth while connecting with the natural world and reflecting on the importance of access to green spaces, stewardship, and community.

Led by our summer stewardship interns, the walk will also recognize National Pollinator Month as we explore the fascinating role of native pollinators in sustaining healthy ecosystems. Along the trails, we’ll discover pollinator hotspots, learn about the wildflowers, shrubs, and trees that depend on them, and observe bees, butterflies, and other pollinating species in action.

Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply looking to spend time outdoors with family and friends, this walk is a chance to celebrate freedom, culture, and connection to the land while enjoying the beauty of the Preserve.

Meetup Location: Mountain Lakes House. The Mountain Lakes House parking lot is within the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature preserve located at 57 Mountain Ave, Princeton NJ, 08540. Be sure to drive down the long paved driveway entrance to the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve, marked by a series of black mail boxes. The gravel parking lot is on your left about a 1/2 mile down the driveway.

About FOPOS: Founded in 1969, FOPOS has been working to preserve and protect natural spaces in the greater Princeton area for more than 50 years. As a part of our work, we rely on volunteers to help make progress when it comes to restoration work such as our current forest and riparian restoration projects in the Billy Johnson Mountain Lakes Nature Preserve.

Can't make this session? Consider making a donation to show your love for our local environment! All donations support our year-round stewardship work.