PRESERVING the RICHNESS of the OUTDOORS
Burnham Park Association
Burnham Park was donated to the Town of Morristown, New Jersey, by the visionary Frederick and Catherine Burnham in 1911 to provide passive open space for the enjoyment of those who did not have large tracts of land themselves and to provide a natural woodland space for the relaxation of the public.
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The Burnham Park Association is a nonprofit, grassroots all-volunteer organization founded in 1948 to serve as stewards of Burnham Park, Jones Woods, the Green Strip and surrounding areas. The BPA is dedicated to preserving, protecting environmentally sensitive lands, viewsheds, critical natural resources and historic sites. It collaborates with other organizations on various projects and events, and works to educate area citizens, promoting community engagement with the goal of preserving a beautiful area for the enjoyment and benefit of future generations. ​
Events
BPA Virtual Meeting
June TBA @7:30pm
Meetings are virtual and open to anyone. Find out what's happening, provide input, learn about volunteer opportunities. Contact us for the Zoom invite if you'd like to attend.
Goose Management
Late March - May
Every spring, with Morristown oversight, the BPA and nearby Alexander Hamilton Neighborhood Association pursue goose control in Burnham Park through “addling” (replacing geese eggs with dummy eggs). Contact us to join the team.
Great Swamp Online Native Plant Sale
Pick Up May 4
It's time to pick up your native plants if you ordered online from the Great Swamp Watershed Association. The Native Plant Sale is supported by 10 towns and 7 community groups, including the BPA.
BPA Arbor Day
May 4 @4pm
Meet at the basketball courts in Burnham Park. Join us for the dedication of the trees replanted by the Morristown Shade Tree Commission after the originals were vandalized. Refreshments and an update on Park improvements will follow.
BPA Neighborhood
The BPA neighborhood is located in Morristown and Morris Township, New Jersey. It roughly encompasses Hillcrest Ave, East Lake Blvd, West Lake Blvd, Burnham Pkwy, Mendham Rd / Washington St, Dellwood Ave, Log Rd, Edgehill Ave, Midland Dr, Springview Dr, Fairmount Ave, Ferndale Ave, Parkview Plaza, Edgar Place, Dorothy Drive, Grace Way, Upper Field Rd and Millers Farm Rd.
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Living within these boundaries is not required for membership or to participate in BPA activity. We have members from adjacent neighborhoods and other locations within and beyond Morristown and Morris Twp.