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GSWA Welcomes 2 Dynamic Leaders to Board of Directors

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  MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY (February 12, 2024) — The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA), a local, environmental non-profit organization, announced the addition of two accomplished professionals to its Board of Directors effective January 26, 2024. The new board members, Ryan Dawson of Mendham and Ian MacCallum, Jr. of New Vernon, bring a wealth of experience and expertise that will significantly contribute to the success of the organization. Ryan Dawson joins GSWA with a proven track record in real estate. Born in Morristown and a lifelong resident of Morris County, Dawson is deeply involved in his community, serving on several boards... read more →

Free Native Pollinators Webinar Series

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Create a Haven for Pollinators   MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY (January 15, 2024) — Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) announced today they will host four free webinars focused on native plants and the essential role pollinators play in the ecosystem. Led by nationally acclaimed experts, these monthly hourlong programs lead up to the organization’s fourth annual, online Native Plant for Pollinators program that runs April 1-19, 2024. An additional Q&A webinar is scheduled for mid-April. Registration and information can be found at GreatSwamp.org or 973-538-3500. “Whether you're looking to start, add to, or amend your native pollinator garden, these professionally led webinars offer something... read more →

Great Swamp Gala Silent Auction is Live!

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Nearly 200 unique items up for bid   MORRISTOWN, NJ – The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) announced today their 2023 Gala & Silent Auction is live, and it is their biggest and widest collection ever. With close to 200 items ranging from home décor to fine wine to sporting events and more, GSWA encourages the public to log in early and browse and bid at e.givesmart.com/events/y54. This highly anticipated silent auction takes place online now through 9:00 PM on Thursday, October 5, 2023. “We have a stunning array of items and experiences up for bid this year,” stated Sally... read more →

Great Swamp Gala-A Win for the Environment!

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  MORRISTOWN, NJ – The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) announced the success of their annual Gala Celebration and Silent Auction held on October 5, 2023. The event took place once again at the Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park, New Jersey, where attendees were treated to an evening of meaningful experiences. "This was a special and enjoyable Gala for me personally," stated Sally Rubin, GSWA Executive Director. "Based on feedback we received, our guests felt the same way! It was an evening of thoughtful conversation about the environment, paying tribute to a beloved friend and GSWA supporter, a robust... read more →

ENTER TO WIN FREE OF GREAT SWAMP GALA TICKETS

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Donor purchases tickets for public to attend for free   MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY – The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) announced today that an anonymous supporter has purchased ten tickets to the Gala Celebration and Silent Auction and is donating them to people who have not previously attended this event which takes place Tuesday, October 18, 6:00-9:00 PM at the Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park, New Jersey. “We are grateful to this anonymous donor and excited to offer five pairs of tickets to people who have not yet had the chance to experience all that our Gala has to... read more →

GREAT SWAMP BRINGS MAGIC TO THEIR GALA

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Keynote speaker Rep. Mikie Sherrill with a tribute to Jay DeLaney   MORRISTOWN, NJ – The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) announced today their upcoming annual Gala Celebration and Silent Auction is slated for Thursday, October 5, 2023. This much-anticipated event takes place from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the prestigious Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park, New Jersey. For event details and tickets information, visit GreatSwamp.org. This year's Gala features the distinguished Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill as the Keynote Speaker. Serving as the U.S. representative for New Jersey's 11th congressional district, Congresswoman Sherrill leads legislation against climate change, supports clean... read more →

GSWA MUSIC FEST TO ROCK CHATHAM TWP

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by Val Thorpe GSWA Director of Communications & Membership   An afternoon of live music, food trucks, Swamp Sprouts kids’ corner, and caring for the environment   MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY (June 5, 2023) — The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) announced today that their 6th annual Great Swamp Great Music festival returns to historic Brook Valley Farm this summer, Sunday, June 25, 12:00-6:30 pm (gates open at 11:00 am) at 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp., New Jersey – minutes off Route 287. Tickets are on sale now at GreatSwamp.org.  Attendees are encouraged to bring their friends and family along with... read more →

Summertime Family-Friendly Water Workshop Weekends

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  (Morristown, NJ, May 2023) — The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) and Morris Museum are pleased to announce their new partnership; our inaugural set of events, beginning with Water Workshop Weekends, will take place on July 7, 8, and 15, 2023. "We are excited to offer these unique, water-themed, joint programs to each other's constituents," stated Sally Rubin, Great Swamp Watershed Association Executive Director. "Our complementary missions reveal a natural synergy between GSWA and the Morris Museum that we believe will inspire a greater appreciation of clean water and a healthy environment for years to come!" “Climate and environmental... read more →

Great Swamp Watershed Association Preserves More Land

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MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY (April 3, 2023) — Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) announced today the successful negotiation of an easement that took place at the end of 2022. The nearly 2.5-acre easement, part of a larger multi-acre parcel in Bernards Township, contains multiple habitats including Passaic River frontage, floodplain and wetland forest, and rich warm season meadows. The conservation easement contains land representing all these habitats as well as an agricultural area. “Preserving this land minimizes impervious cover, non-point runoff, and other pollution that might have emanated from a new house so close to the river, while protecting this valuable, marshy habitat,” stated... read more →

GSWA Elects Board Co-Chairs-Appoints New Trustees

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MORRISTOWN, NEW JERSEY (April 10, 2023) — The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is announced today that Jordan Glatt, Special Assistant to the President and Director of Strategic Partnerships at Felician University and B. David Naidu, Partner at K&L Gates, a global law firm, were elected to co-Chair the Board on January 20, 2023. Glatt joined the GSWA Board in 2019 and Naidu in 2021. In addition to his position at Felician University, Glatt is the Shared Services Czar for the state of New Jersey reporting directly to the Governor. Prior positions include Director of Strategic Partnerships at the Community... read more →