Renamed park retains its beauty

#RockSolidHistory from #FranklinLakes, NJ!

While we are deep in winter, I want to remind folks that hiking is a lot of fun in the snow!

Today I am talking about the Franklin Lakes Preserve, which was renamed the G. Thomas Donch Nature Preserve to honor the former mayor who played a big part in getting this land preserved.

The road leading to it was also renamed Russ Schroeder Way to honor the councilman who was also instrumental in creating this lovely park.

Both the park’s name changes occurred in October 2024 by the borough of Franklin Lakes.

You can walk a wide trail or a smaller reservoir-view trail. Both trails eventually intersect and narrow as they abut High Mountain Road and Ewing Ave. Many water birds, wildlife, and native plants shine along the way.
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