Explore the serenity of the Sourland Mountain Preserve with Nature Conservancy guides on this easy hike. Learn about the site’s unique ecology, including forested trails and interesting boulder formations, and how this largest contiguous forest in central New Jersey plays a critical role in protecting fresh water for drinking and beverage production. Then join us about ten minutes away by car for a tour, tasting and OktoberForest happy hour at Sourland Mountain Spirits, New Jersey’s first farm distillery since Prohibition. We’ll have signature cocktails, farm-to-table appetizers from Brick Farm Market, a “TREE-via” contest with great prizes and take home a swag bag of goodies for all. Hike from 11:00 am to 1 pm; OktoberForest celebration at Sourland Mountain Spirits in Hopewell from 1:15 pm to 3 pm.
