Stay Connected
Take a look at the latest updates from the Peter J. Barnes III Wildlife Preserve. Here, you’ll find information on upcoming commission meetings, access to meeting minutes, eco-tour schedules, and volunteer opportunities. Join us in preserving and exploring our unique natural habitats through community involvement and educational programs.
Join us for upcoming events designed to connect the community with our nature and conservation efforts. Whether you’re interested in a guided eco-tour, passionate about keeping our preserve pristine during our trash cleanup event, or eager to help enrich local biodiversity by planting native species, there’s an opportunity for everyone. Mark your calendars and become a part of our ongoing mission to protect and appreciate this vibrant natural habitat!
We have some new scheduled events!
Sat. Oct. 11. Weed Warriors: Clearing invasive plants and planting natives. Bring shovels, rakes, loppers, and other helpful tools. Carry-in 1/4 mile and carry out. Please remember to wear boots or old shoes and old clothes. Bring acorns and spiky ball seeds (sweet gum), and any other favorite tree native seeds. We’ll meet at 9:30 at the Opalanie trailhead on Durham Avenue in Metuchen. Email Brian Weeks if you have questions: weeks5@optonline.net. We cancel only for heavy rain. Light rain is no problem.
Attend a meeting to stay informed about conservation initiatives, habitat restoration projects, and community involvement opportunities. These meetings offer a chance to engage directly with our commissioners, share your insights, and actively participate in discussions shaping the future of the Barnes Preserve.
All meetings will be held at Metuchen Borough Hall at 7 PM.
– Barnes Commission Minutes Approved – June 2025
– Commission Meeting – April 2025
– Commission Meeting – February 2025
– Commission Meeting – November 2024
– Commission Meeting – April 2024
– Commission Meeting – October 2023
– Commission Meeting – May 2023
– Metuchen Public Meeting – March 2023
– Edison Public Meeting – March 2023
– South Plainfield Public Meeting – March 2023
– Commission Meeting – January 2023
– Commission Meeting – August 2022
– Commission Meeting – March 2022
– Commission Meeting – May 2021
– Commission Meeting – March 2021
– Commission Meeting – September 2020
– Commission Meeting – July 2019
– Commission Meeting – January 2019
– Commission Meeting – December 2018
– Commission Meeting – August 2018
– Commission Meeting – July 2018
– Commission Meeting – April 2018
The Barnes Commission works with various groups who partner with us throughout the year to steward the flora, fauna, and waters of the preserve. We also recommend that local residents and others participate in our mission of “protecting and preserving the ecological, historical, and recreational values of the area.” Please sign up to participate in a scheduled event.
