Parsippany: Clean Up Troy Meadows This Saturday

PARSIPPANY, NJ - Get an early start on Earth Day with a trash cleanup in Troy Meadows from 11 a.n. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

But for those who cannot attend the socially distant event, all is not lost as gloves, garbage bags, and maps will be left out until April 25.

Troy Meadows is designated as a "National Natural Landmark," by the National Park Service, a "New Jersey Natural Area" and also a "Natural Heritage Priority site" by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection. Troy Meadows is a remnant of ancient Glacial Lake Passaic along with the Great Swamp, Black Meadows, and Great Piece and Little Piece Meadows. It was the largest freshwater marsh in the State of New Jersey and was classified as the highest quality inland wetland in New Jersey, organizers noted.

Troy Meadows remains an important habitat for a variety of birds, butterflies, mammals, reptiles and amphibians. It is located along the Atlantic flyway and serves as a staging area for migratory waterfowl.

Those interested in attending can set their GPS to 250 Troy Meadow Road and those who need more information can email info@wildlifepreserves.org.

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