The Pine Barrens Discovery Tour – For Groups

Our most popular option for School Groups!

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Join our expert naturalists for a lively, 3-4 hour interactive overview of the Pine Barrens that includes:

• A  canoeing experience on a Pine Barrens pond or lake, exploring the variety of native plants along the perimeter.
• A botany walk focusing on the unique adaptations of Pine Barrens flora. Investigate the carnivorous plants of this special ecosystem.
• Netting of Pine Barrens aquatic fauna as indicators of water quality. Discover what native fish, frogs, and insects tell us about their habitat.

For the Pine Barrens Discovery Tour, pricing is as follows:

Overview

Trek along the edges of the Mullica River and uncover the secrets of the Pine Barrens on a family‑friendly adventure designed for curious explorers of all ages! This 3.5‑hour guided experience is your all‑in‑one sampler of the Pine Barrens, combining paddling, hiking, and hands‑on discovery into one unforgettable outing.

Your Pinelands Adventures Guide will lead you on a relaxed nature walk through towering pines, upland forests, and the mysterious beauty of Atlantic White Cedar swamps. Along the way, you’ll learn how the landscape shapes the incredible variety of plants and animals that call this place home.

Next, you’ll take to the water for a guided paddle through the region’s iconic cedar‑stained lakes and rivers. As you glide across the surface, your guide will share what gives the water its distinct color and introduce you to the unique ecology of the Pinelands’ waterways.

Then comes the part guests of all ages love — water sampling, seining, and dip‑netting! You’ll get a firsthand look at the hidden world beneath the river’s surface as you discover the fish, insects, and aquatic life that form the backbone of this vibrant ecosystem.

With hiking, paddling, and real hands‑on science, the Pine Barrens Discovery Tour is the perfect blend of adventure and exploration — an engaging, eye‑opening experience for your students!