The Latest Breaking News from Wharton State Forest

Freedom-versus-common-good debate roils New Jersey forests

The age-old debate pitting personal freedom versus the common good is roiling fragile forests in New Jersey that the United Nations has singled out for special protection

The Independent UK · Feb 9, 2023

Wildfire in New Jersey state forest spans 13,500 acres

PHILADELPHIA — The Wharton State Forest wildfire, possibly the largest fire in New Jersey in 15 years, has consumed about 13,500 acres of the Pinelands, and is 85% contained, officials from the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said late Tuesday morning.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jun 21, 2022