Last year, in early 2025, a wildfire scorched woodlands along Woosamonsa Road in Hopewell Township, leaving many residents shaken and reminded of how quickly fire can threaten homes, habitats, and…
Jenn Rogers
Jenn Rogers
Jenn Rogers is the Executive Director of Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space, an accredited land trust that has preserved land in the Valley for people and nature since 1987. She is a long-term conservation professional, and has spent the majority of her career working (and living) in Hopewell Valley.
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Ecoanxiety—the growing fear that our environment is deteriorating beyond repair—has become increasingly common. It’s hard not to feel this way when environmental protections are weakened and vital programs are defunded…
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The flash of a tiny bird darting through your backyard—iridescent green, a throat like a jewel, wings buzzing like a bee—signals the presence of one of New Jersey’s most beloved…
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Celebrating Pollinator Week: Meet the Black Swallowtail, NJ’s State Butterfly
by Jenn Rogersby Jenn RogersIt’s Pollinator Week! A time to celebrate, bring awareness to, and enjoy the incredible variety of creatures that perform the vital function of pollination—in our meadows, woodlands, farms, and backyards.…
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In honor of National Trails Day on Saturday, June 7, celebrate the joy of the outdoors by exploring one of our many hiking trails. National Trails Day, organized by the American Hiking…
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Written by FoHVos volunteer Jack Hagan. Jack and FoHVos Executive Director Jenn Rogers been birding together for 10 years and will be leading a hike on June 7. Here in…
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Learning from the Flames: Why Fire is Both a Threat and a Tool
by Jenn Rogersby Jenn RogersValue local news? Hopewell Valley counts on MercerMe for daily reporting. But quality journalism takes time, care, and resources—and it only continues with your support. Monthly Supporter $10 A MONTH…
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Ways Your Winter Shrubs Help Feed The Birds
by Jenn Rogersby Jenn RogersIn addition to enhancing holiday decor, native berries provide wildlife with high-quality food.
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The (Now) Northern Cardinal: A Year-Round Bird Watcher’s Favorite
by Jenn Rogersby Jenn RogersDon’t wait for spring migration to watch one of the most colorful, melodious songbirds. The Red Bird is on view year-round.
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This Fall, Put Your Feet Up for Wildlife: Leave the Leaves
by Jenn Rogersby Jenn RogersValue local news? Hopewell Valley counts on MercerMe for daily reporting. But quality journalism takes time, care, and resources—and it only continues with your support. Monthly Supporter $10 A MONTH…