Welcome to Friends of Forsythe

Supporting the mission of the Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

Visit the Refuge!

To enhance your trip through the Refuge, Friends of Forsythe NWR have produced a Wildlife Drive Audio Tour, which you can access by clicking the Visit menu above. The tour starts at the Leeds Eco Trail, so be sure to start listening as soon as you leave the parking lot and start driving past the Visitors’ Center on your left.

The Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is open 7 days a week from sunrise to sunset. The Wildlife Drive, trails, and boardwalk are all open to visitors. These are located in the Galloway Township section of the Refuge. Other trails and viewing platforms are also located in other parts of the Refuge.

The Visitor Information Center is open for visitors. There are interactive displays are in the Gallery and a film introduction to the Refuge is available. For more information about the Visitor Information Center, click here.

The multimedia room is open Wednesday-Sunday, 10 am to 2 pm (closed on federal holidays).

2026 Juried Photography Competition Winners!

Friends of Forsythe is excited to announce the winners of our 2026 Juried Photography Contest.  The annual contest is limited to images taken within boundaries of the 48,000 acre Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, and celebrates the amazing natural beauty to be found at the Refuge. This year we had a tremendous response, with 395 images submitted in the Adult competition, and 50 submitted in the Student competition.

Renowned photographer and educator Richard Bernabe served as this year’s judge.

See all of the prize winners and honorable mentions by clicking HERE.

OspreyCam

There are several Osprey nests on the Refuge. Two video cameras monitor one nest. This project is a partnership between Friends of Forsythe, Conserve Wildlife NJ and local resident Jim Ginn. Nest activity is viewable on a monitor in the Visitor Information Center. You can also view it on your computer — click here to watch our Ospreys raise their young.

Help Needed – Join Our Board !

Friends of Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. If you have expertise in finance, marketing, education, or organizational development, we invite you to lend your skills to our mission. We are particularly in need of someone interested in being our Treasurer. Together, our collective strengths will play a critical role in shaping the future of the Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, ensuring that we effectively preserve the natural beauty and ecological integrity of this cherished area.

At Friends of Forsythe, we firmly believe that active community involvement is essential for fostering environmental stewardship and creating impactful initiatives that protect wildlife habitats. By becoming a board member, you will have a unique opportunity to influence the success of vital programs that enhance visitor experiences and promote education about our natural world.

Every contribution matters, and your involvement can make a significant difference in the future of our refuge.

We encourage you to consider this rewarding opportunity. Please visit our website at friendsofforsythe.org for more information on Friends of Forsythe. Contact us at friendsofforsythe@gmail.com for more details on becoming a Board Member today.