( WHITE TOWNSHIP , NJ – January 24 , 2024 ) - The Warren County Board of County Commissioners is issuing a challenge to its residents to help Warren County become the first county to be certified as a Community Wildlife Habitat with the National Wildlife Federation .
   Commissioner Director James R . Kern III announced the County’s partnership with the National Wildlife Federation and participation in the Community Wildlife Habitat program at tonight’s meeting of the Commissioners , saying , “The goal of this partnership is to help Warren County become a healthier and more wildlife - friendly community by encouraging our residents to voluntarily create wildlife habitats at sites like yards , schools , businesses , places of worship , community gardens , and parks . ”
   Kern also introduced the launch of the Commissioner’s Conservation Challenge . “The challenge is to make Warren County the first county - wide Community Wildlife Habitat certified by the National Wildlife Federation in New Jersey , ” he said .
   “Warren County is known for its natural beauty , but unfortunately , habitat loss is impacting many species that call this county home . By working together , Warren County can create an environment that helps our local plants and animals thrive . As we look for places on county property to certify , anyone can volunteer to make their space more sustainable for our wildlife; whether it ' s at home , at work , at your school , or house of worship , ” Kern added .
   “As an avid outdoorsman , it’s clear to me that a healthy environment is crucial for maintaining the fish and wildlife populations , ” Commissioner Jason J . Sarnoski said , adding , “Our hunting and fishing areas are important to local sportsmen and to the culture of Warren County . ”
   Since 1973 , The National Wildlife Federation has provided millions of people with the basic guidelines for making their landscapes more hospitable for wildlife . To date , through the Certified Wildlife Habitat program , the National Wildlife Federation has certified more than 250 , 000 sites . To be certified , a site must provide the four basic elements that all wildlife need to thrive: food , water , cover , and places to raise young while integrating sustainable gardening and landscaping practices .
   Warren County is asking interested residents to help the certification effort to become a National Wildlife Federation Community by certifying their own properties or communal spaces at
   https://nwf . org/Certifyand to join the County’s education and outreach efforts to learn about how residents can create a healthier and more wildlife - friendly community . By turning your yard , balcony container garden , schoolyard , worship landscape , work landscape , or roadside greenspace into a Certified Wildlife Habitat , anyone can make a positive difference for our local wildlife .
   “The folks at the National Wildlife Federation and NJ Audubon have been wonderful to work with and the passion they have for wildlife shows , ” said Clairanne Arcaro , a member of the county Environmental Advisory Committee who chairs the Allamuchy Green Team . “In Allamuchy , we have been working with both the elementary school students and senior citizens to provide a great learning experience , help protect our wildlife , and have fun , ” she said .
   On Monday , February 12 at 6:30 p . m . , Warren County Park Naturalist Jennifer Correa - Kruegel and the Washington Boro Green Team will be hosting a “Gardening for Wildlife” presentation at the Washington Public Library , 20 Carlton Ave . , Washington . The free event is a great presentation for those interested in learning simple tips and getting free resources for starting their own wildlife garden .
   Don’t forget to keep your eyes out for more information about upcoming events and make sure to visit Hope on April 27 for their annual Green Fair .
   To certify your green space as a Certified Wildlife Habitat visit:
   https://nwf . org/Certify
   For more information about the National Wildlife Federation’s Community Wildlife Habitat network , please visit
   www . nwf . org/community
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   For more National Wildlife Federation news , visit
   www . nwf . org/news
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