by Merrill Creek Reservoir | Jun 15, 2026 | Habitat, Insects, Plants
Between 2021 through 2022 Merrill Creek Reservoir had a Botanical Inventory performed at the property. The results of that inventory found “375 plant species, including 293 native species (78.1%) and 82 non-native species (21.9%). Additionally, the property hosts...
by Merrill Creek Reservoir | Jun 10, 2026 | Animals, Habitat, Merrill Creek Reservoir
Merrill Creek is often thought of just the reservoir; however, the actual Merrill Creek is the real star of the property. The NJ Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has classified the Merrill Creek as an “FW2-TPC1” waterway which is a top-tier...
by Merrill Creek Reservoir | Jun 1, 2026 | Animals, Habitat
The next time when visiting Merrill Creek Reservoir notice the condition of the utility poles along Fox Farm Road and Richline Road. Many of the poles appear to have been “chopped” at and damaged about three to six feet above ground. On closer examination you will...
by Merrill Creek Reservoir | May 23, 2026 | Merrill Creek Reservoir
As summer approaches and you may find yourself looking for something fun for the kids -check out Merrill Creek Reservoir’s Sensory Trail and Tree Finder Game! What is a sensory trail you say? A sensory trail is a path designed to engage multiple senses, often used to...
by Merrill Creek Reservoir | May 13, 2026 | Birds, Habitat
A male Golden-winged Warbler (Vermivora chrysoptera) was spotted and photographed on May 10, 2026 at Merrill Creek Reservoir by visitor Kristin Mylecraine, PhD! Considered one of the rarest and most critically endangered native warblers that breeds in New Jersey, the...
