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This 43-acre conservation area, located along the shores of Lake Runnymede, was purchased in 2007 for $5.2 million. The community along the lake was originally called Wharton and was founded in 1885. This site was originally used for grazing cattle and horses. The conservation area includes one mile of nature trails, a Native American shell midden, a former cattle operation holding pen, a reserved primitive camping area for organized groups such as Boy and Girl Scouts, and picnic areas and benches under century-old oak trees.
Our hike will focus on identifying common plants and animals using a scavenger-hunt approach for kids ages 5-10. All ages are welcome to hike, however!
Please be sure to bring water and a snack to the hike and wear hiking-appropriate clothes and shoes. A hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and insect repellent are also recommended.
