You know when I first read the headline of this article I thought it was too good to be true. I thought probably the city was called “beaver dam” or something. I mean who in the world like beavers enough to name a park after their dams? What were the odds. But I was wrong. It’s exactly good enough to be true.
East Brunswick’s Beaver Dam Park to Open This Month
The park is called Beaver Dam Park, and it is located at 11 Fresh Ponds Road.
The park is called Beaver Dam Park for a reason. It has multiple beaver dams visible from the trails. It’s a fantastic opportunity for kids to see the engineering marvels those furry creatures put together. Aside from beavers, there is plenty of pristine wildlife, including foxes, deer, small rodents, hawks, turtles, and herons.
Given the pristine nature of the location, it may prove an asset to the town’s schools. Kids can go on nature trips with their school and talk about environmental issues, sustainability, and how nature reclaims what humans leave behind.
That’s the BEST idea for a park EVER! And from New Jersey! Just let the beavers take over and get out of the way. I agree entirely with the design and planning. They are being smart about this.
Bring your waterproof hiking boots. There are some wet areas here and there. It’s a passive recreation park, so please be responsible and take home whatever you bring with you.
The park is opening to the public on Nov. 15. There is a crushed stone parking lot right at the entrance. If you enjoy bird watching, bring your binoculars and telephoto cameras, you will love it. Take your kids there, and they can be among the first in town to see a brand new park.
I’m on my way! Aren’t you?
