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| | Bergen Swamp properties are special places where you will find unique
associations of plants and animals. Bergen Swamp and Zurich Bog are listed on the National Registry of
National Natural Landmarks. All Bergen Swamp properties are owned by the
Bergen Swamp Preservation Society. They are open to the public by
permission of the society. The chief goals of the Society are the protection and management
of these unique communities, the education of the public about these
areas and scientific research. In
keeping with these goals, the properties of the Society are open to visitors
interested in learning more about these unique communities. For the safety of
visitors and the protection of the flora and fauna of these properties, we
require visitors to adhere to the following guidelines:
- Groups of six or more are not allowed on the properties without prior
written permission from BSPS. For permission, fill out the printable permission form and send to Mrs. Mona Rynearson,
1746 Welcher Road, Newark, New York 14513 (315-331-0656).
- No collecting or damage to plants or animals is permitted.
- No harassing of animals is allowed.
- No releasing of plants or animals is permitted.
- No pets are permitted, other than those registered as service dogs.
- No "gardening" for photography will be allowed.
- No littering.
- Visitors must stay on trails. This is to protect the visitor from getting
lost and to protect fragile habitats from damage.
- Please respect marked research sites; do not touch, move or damage
research equipment or barriers.
- Visitors are responsible for their own safety. Poisonous Massasauga
rattlesnakes may be encountered in Bergen Swamp. Both Bergen Swamp and
Zurich Bog have unstable soils, so visitors should watch their footing. The
Society recommends that visitors not walk on trails alone.
- Visitors should wear appropriate footwear (boots). The trails on these
wetland properties are rugged and may be very wet. Come prepared and you
will enjoy your visit.
- The rugged nature of the trails makes them inaccessible to people who have
difficulty walking. The trails are definitely not wheelchair accessible.
- Children should be supervised at all times. The Society requires that an
adult accompany all children under the age of 16.
- No alcoholic beverages or smoking are permitted on BSPS property.
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