Dr. Ruth Patrick, a life member of the Philadelphia Botanical Club, passed away Monday September 23, 2013. Dr. Patrick was a pilar of the Phiadelphia Academy of Natural Sciences where she lead the Limnology Department for decades. Dr. Patrick was still active and coming into the office until she was 100! Dr. Patrick became a Life Member of PBC nearly as soon as it was available. Dr. Patrick's legacy includes many accomplishments. She was the formost authority on rivers and diatoms. She … [Read more...] about Dr. Ruth Patrick, 1907 – 2013
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2013 Annual Meeting Held Februray 16th
The Flora of New Jersey's customary annual meeting was held via teleconference February 16th, 2013. This speared our members a long drive to the herbarium on a less than perfect day. One topic of interest was the resignation of Stevens Heckscher from the position of Vice Chairperson. Stevens busy schedule and lack of available time forced his hand. Stevens will remain a memeber of our executive board and will continue to be an occasional contributor. The members present held a voice … [Read more...] about 2013 Annual Meeting Held Februray 16th
2013 Meeting Dates Announced
The 2013 meeting dates are now posted on the events calander. The dates and times are: February 16, 2013; Saturday @ 10AM April 20, 2013; Saturday @ 10AM July 28, 2013 (7PM Sunday evening) October 5, 2013; Saturday @10AM We are interacting by teleconference calls this year due to the high gas prices. Please check the Events calander to obtain the conference call in numbers. Contact Joe Arsenault, FNJP Chairperson, if you have questions or comments (856-697-6044; NJPlants@aol.com) … [Read more...] about 2013 Meeting Dates Announced
Dr. Gerry Moore to Speak on Difficult Plant Groups of Pine Barrens
"Taxonomically Challenging Plant Groups in the New Jersey Pinelands", Gerry Moore Ph.D, January 23, 2013 Dr. Gerry Moore, the leader of the National Plant Data team for the US Department of Agriculture's Plants Database will speak at the monthly Pinelands Research Series hosted by the New Jersey Pinelands Commission. The Commission's scientific staff have a wonderful monthly symposia that cover a wide array of Pinelands related scientific topics. January's topic will be especially of … [Read more...] about Dr. Gerry Moore to Speak on Difficult Plant Groups of Pine Barrens
In memory of David Fairbrothers, Ph.D, 1925-2012
By Joe Arsenault It is with deep sadness that I report the passing of Dr. David Fairbrothers. Dr. Fairbrothers, a life long Rutger University botany professor and resident of NJ, died in his new Vermont home October 29, 2012. He was 87 years old. The Flora of New Jersey Project (FNJP) was named by Dr. Fairbrothers. He was one of the founding members of this small, active group of botanist describing New Jersey's Flora. David was a teacher and mentor to many, specifically to most of the … [Read more...] about In memory of David Fairbrothers, Ph.D, 1925-2012