Cub Scout Conservationists! Ridgewood Pack 35 Clears Trail and Plants Native Tree to Boost Wildlife at Historic Bergen County Site
photos courtesy of the Ridgewood Cub Scouts and the Bergen County Historical Society
the staff of the Rdigwood blog
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The spirit of community service and conservation was on full display this week at Historic New Bridge Landing in River Edge, thanks to the dedicated efforts of local youth.
The Bergen County Historical Society (BCHS) extended a special thank you to the young volunteers of Cub Scout Pack 35 from Ridgewood, who devoted their time to enhancing the historic site’s natural landscape.
Restoring the Nature Trail
The Cub Scouts focused their efforts on a unique, quiet corner of the historic park: the nature path. This trail, which offers a unique view of the bridge and ends at the river, was cleared and lined by the scouts, making it more accessible and enjoyable for visitors.
But their commitment to the environment went beyond clearing the trail:
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Tree Canopy Restoration: The scouts planted a native sassafras tree to help restore the area’s tree canopy. This planting is vital for providing natural habitat and sustenance for native birds and insects.
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Litter Removal: The pack tackled local pollution by filling three bags of garbage along the road adjacent to the site, demonstrating their commitment to keeping the area pristine.
In the future, new seating will be installed along the trail, allowing visitors to pause and enjoy this beautiful, quiet setting overlooking the river.
A Partnership for Preservation
The work done by Pack 35 is essential for the long-term preservation of Historic New Bridge Landing, which includes the iconic 1752 Steuben House and Westervelt Thomas Barn. By volunteering their time, these young citizens are actively contributing to the ecological health and public accessibility of one of Bergen County’s most important historical and natural sites.
The BCHS encourages everyone to visit the restored trail at the far end of the meadow to appreciate the hard work of these young conservationists!
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